LGBTQ Religious Archives Network

📢✨ Join us THIS THURSDAY for the Q***r Spirit Podcast Exhibit Launch Party! 🎙️🌈 Dive into the intersection of sexuality and spirituality with insightful conversations hosted by historian Kristofer Stinson, Ph.D. and featuring Rev. Dr. Marvin Ellison & Rev. Tamara Torres McGovern. Discover how to bring these powerful stories into your own classroom or podcast. Don’t miss out on this special event! 🕕 5PM PT / 6PM MT / 7PM CT / 8PM ET

🔗 Register: BIT.LY/QUEERSPIRITPODCAST

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🌟 Congratulations to Dr. Julie Kelto Lillis! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce her syllabus, “Genders and Sexualities of Early Christians,” has won the LGBTQ-RAN’s Educational Resource Prize for 2024. 🏆

Explore ancient Christian texts to uncover diverse expressions of faith, gender, and sexuality. From the era of Junia and Paul to Justinian and Theodora, this course offers fresh insights into history’s impact on today’s understanding.

📚 Course Highlights:

Dive into early Christian gender and sexual expressions

Analyze primary sources and engage in discussions

Enhance skills in interpreting historical and modern issues

Join us in celebrating this outstanding contribution to LGBTQ+ educational resources!

You can find access to the syllabus under Education on our website. Let us know what you think!

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📜 Announcement: Addition to the Archives! 📜

We are excited to announce that the Southerners on New Ground (SONG) Records have been added to the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network!

Collection Details:

Span Dates: 1993-2015
Volume: 17.3 linear feet
The collection includes administrative and financial records, programming materials, and organizational files from SONG’s various activities such as retreats, training, workshops, and community events. It also contains materials from the Bayard Rustin project, People of Color activities, Pride at Work, and the Highlander Economy Educational Institute.

Historical Note:
Southerners on New Ground (SONG) is an intersectional activist organization founded in 1994 that works to build, connect, and sustain those in the South who believe in liberation across all lines of race, class, culture, gender, and sexuality. SONG is headquartered in Atlanta with regional offices across the South and supports spiritual wholeness for individuals without any religious or denominational orientation.

Finding Aid: Explore the online finding aid for more details.

Location:
David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Box 90185
Duke University
Durham, NC 27708-0185
Contact Information

🎉 SAVE THE DATE: October 20, 2024! 🎉

Join us for the Passionate Prophets Gala, a vibrant online celebration honoring the trailblazers of LGBTQ+ religious history. Together, we’ll salute the incredible leaders who have championed justice, love, and equity. Your support will help preserve this vital history for generations to come.

🕒 3:00pm Pacific / 4:00pm Mountain / 5:00pm Central / 6:00pm Eastern

REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/passionateprophets

DONATE NOW to help us reach our $25,000 goal and ensure our legacy endures.

BECOME A SPONSOR and stand with us in preserving LGBTQ+ religious history.

🌟 Honoring: Rabbi Allen Bennett, Rev. Brandan Robertson, Rev. Dr. Carter Heyward, Rev. Darlene Garner, Rev. Nicole Garcia, and Pride in the Pews. 🌟

Let’s celebrate our history, uplift our voices, and make history together. See you there!

🌈 Are you ready to dive deep into LGBTQ+ religious history and make a difference? Join us for an exciting opportunity at the LGBTQ+ Religious Archives Network (LGBTQ-RAN) this fall!

We’re thrilled to announce our Fall 2024 Internships, ideal for students or recent graduates passionate about preserving and studying LGBTQ+ religious movements. This is your chance to contribute to groundbreaking work in the field, all while gaining valuable skills and experience.

Internship Details:

Jewish History Intern:
Research and write biographical profiles and website content on q***r Jewish history.
Collaborate with LGBTQ Jewish groups to preserve their stories and histories.

BIPOC History & Multi-Media Assistant Intern:
Research and write biographical profiles and content from LGBTQ+ religious communities of color.
Create and develop multimedia presentations for our October 2024 GALA event.
What You’ll Gain:

Hands-on experience in archival research, content creation, and community engagement.
Access to LGBTQ-RAN staff meetings to enhance your professional development.
A stipend of $1,500 for your dedication and contributions.
Application Deadline: July 26, 2024

How to Apply:
Send your cover letter and resume showcasing your relevant education and experience to LGBTQ-RAN Executive Director Mark Bowman at [email protected]. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to contribute to the preservation of LGBTQ+ religious history!

Visit www.lgbtqreligiousarchives.org for more details. Let’s celebrate and safeguard our diverse histories together! 🏳️‍🌈✨

🌈✨ Join us in honoring Honor Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, who is retiring this summer after a remarkable career of social change and progressive leadership. Immerse yourself in the stories of a congregation that has continually provided sanctuary and uplifted the LGBTQ Jewish community.

Explore Congregation Beit Simchat Torah with our online exhibit! Discover the vibrant history of this cornerstone of the LGBT+ and Jewish community in New York City. Founded in 1973, CBST has been a beacon of inclusion, spiritual guidance, and activism. Explore photographs, newspaper articles, and writings that showcase its revolutionary journey.

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Directly following our webinar please join us for “Q***ring Our Anabaptist Archive,” a virtual event for our community to learn about Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests’s new archival home at the Tretter Collection for GLBT Studies!

Executive Director Annabeth Roeschley and Board Chair Xaris A. Martínez will share details about BMC’s archival process, pictures of our move, and exciting ways to engage our living archive. We’re excited to discuss how q***r and trans archival work is a crucial part of activism today. Bring your questions and curiosities for the Q&A!

Register today:
bit.ly/JulyArchives and
bit.ly/BMCarchive

🌈✨ Join us for the New Exhibit Launch Party: Q***r Spirit Podcast! 🎉

🗓 Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM Pacific / 6:00 PM Mountain / 7:00 PM Central / 8:00 PM Eastern
📍 Register Here: bit.ly/q***rspiritpodcast

Hosted by LGBTQ Religious Archives Network, this event celebrates the incredible Q***r Spirit podcast, which began as a radio show in 2019 on OUT Cast radio in Maine. The podcast features interviews with q***r spiritual leaders, exploring the intersection of sexuality and spirituality.

At the launch party, curator Kristofer Stinson, Ph.D., will interview the podcast producers, Rev. Dr. Marvin Ellison and Rev. Tamara Torres McGovern, and provide a virtual walk-through of the exhibit.

Don’t miss this chance to delve into the history, stories, and resources that celebrate and support q***r spirituality. We hope you’ll join us! 💖🌟

Discover the rich history and intersection of religion and non-binary identity in our archives. Dive into stories that celebrate diversity and resilience. Explore now and be inspired! 🌈✨

When you search the LGBTQ Religious Archives for “non binary” what do you find? What is missing?

📚✨ Exciting News! ✨📚

The Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests (BMC) has donated its rich archives to the Tretter Collection for GLBT Studies at the University of Minnesota! Created between the 1970s and the 2020s, BMC’s archive offers an unprecedented look into the grassroots activism of LGBTQIA+ Anabaptists across Mennonite Church USA, Mennonite Church Canada, and the Church of the Brethren.

Join us on July 24 for a special webinar, “Behind the Scenes at the Archives,” hosted by Aiden Bettine and Doris Malkmus. Discover the stories and impact of this significant archive!

📅 Save the Date: July 24, 2024
🕒 Time: 11am PT / 12noon MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET
🔗 Register Now: www.bit.ly/Julyarchives

Let’s celebrate and preserve our history together! 🌈📜 ***rHistory

🌈 Happy Pride Month from the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network! 🌈

As we celebrate love, diversity, and the incredible journey of the LGBTQ+ community, we also honor the rich history and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in religious spaces. 🏳️‍🌈✨

At the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network, we believe that faith and identity beautifully intertwine. Our archives are a testament to the resilience, courage, and faith of LGBTQ+ people who have paved the way for a more inclusive and loving world.

This Pride Month, let’s celebrate our stories, uplift our voices, and continue to build bridges of understanding and acceptance. Here’s to love, faith, and the vibrant tapestry of our community. 🌟❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🌟

Sharing this beautiful service from our partners at More Light Presbyterians!

More Light Presbyterians' Pride Worship Service Join the MLP Board and Staff, as well as musical guest , as we come together with folx across the country to sing praises to the Lord and live int...

🌈📚 Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of LGBTQ+ history! 📚🌈

✨ Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the hidden gems of the Nicholas Tretter Collection and the Wisconsin Historical Society Library with expert archivists Doris Malkmus, Aidan Bettine, and Lee Grady.

🗓️ Wednesday, July 24, 2024
⏰ 11am PT / 12noon MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET

🔗 Register now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BcpP8evQQRGcTATg8ApHYg #/registration

🌈✊🏾 Today, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom and resilience, and recognize the intersection of Black Liberation and LGBTQ religious history. From the pulpit to the pews, Black LGBTQ individuals have been pivotal in the fight for equality and justice. Let’s uplift their stories, celebrate their contributions, and continue the work towards true liberation for all.

Our very own executive director highlighted!

This Pride Month, we are honoring the lives of members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies that have impacted the United Methodist Church.

A specific provision against the ordination or appointment of “self-avowed practicing homosexuals was adopted by the 1984 General Conference. In response, Affirmation Council members Mark Bowman and Beth Richardson created the Reconciling Congregation Program, gathering hundreds of congregations and thousands of individuals who supported LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Methodist Church.

This organization was the precursor to the current Reconciling Ministries Network.

Learn more about the history of the Reconciling Ministries Network at rmnetwork.org/history

LGBTQ History is Methodist History! Check out this shout out and do not forget to check out our website to learn more history, how to preserve your archival materials and register for our rich webinars full of information and history!

June is Pride Month and we're proud to recognize people and places that celebrate our Methodist connection in the LGBTQ+ community. Today, we give a shout out to the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network for its work to preserve history and promote scholarly study of LGBTQ religious movements globally. Check out the site ... and an added bonus is that today your visit to this website is hosted in memory of our friend and former colleague, the late Ken Rowe, a prominent Methodist historian. will always benefit from Ken's contributions! Learn more at https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org/.

Preserve our history and celebrate the progress in LGBTQ rights! The LGBTQ Religious Archives Network works to preserve the personal papers and organizational records from le***an, gay, bisexual, and transgender religious movements.

We offer:
✨ A Profiles Gallery with biographical sketches of global LGBTQ religious leaders.
🎙️ Oral Histories capturing the voices of early LGBTQ religious pioneers.
📚 A Collections Catalog of original source materials worldwide.
🤝 Support and guidance for activists and organizations in preserving their records.

Explore our stories and contribute to our growing archive. Visit our website today!

https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org

🌈✨ Celebrating Pride Month with love, resilience, and faith! 🌟

At the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network, we honor the sacred journeys of LGBTQ individuals who have courageously woven their identities into the fabric of faith traditions around the world. This Pride Month, let’s celebrate the vibrant diversity within our communities and uplift the voices that have paved the way for a more inclusive future. Together, we affirm that every identity and every story is a testament to the divine beauty of our shared humanity. 🏳️‍🌈🙏

🌈🏆 Calling all educators and scholars! Submit your materials for the annual LGBTQ-RAN Educational Resource Prize! 🏆🌈

Are you passionate about teaching LGBTQ+ religious history? The LGBTQ Religious Archives Network wants to honor and amplify your work. We’re looking for innovative curriculum and instructional materials that highlight the significant contributions of the LGBTQ+ community to religious history.

✨ Types of materials:
📚 Course syllabus
📖 Class plans
🎥 Video materials
📝 Teaching guides
🎮 Educational games

🗓 Submission Deadline: June 30, 2024
💰 Prize: $500 + Featured on our website

Your resources will help shape the future of LGBTQ+ education and inspire countless learners. Ready to make a difference? Submit now!



🌐 bit.ly/Prize2024

📚✨ Join us for an enlightening conversation on faith and identity! ✨📚

🗓️ Thursday, June 13, 2024
🕔 5:00pm Pacific | 7:00pm Central | 8:00pm Eastern

The Rev. Dr. Jim Mitulski will interview Royal G. Cravens about his newly published book, Yes Gawd!: How Faith Shapes LGBT Identity and Politics (Temple University Press 2024). Discover how faith influences the politics of LGBT individuals, shaping their identity, socialization, and activism. Don’t miss this powerful discussion on the intersection of spirituality and the q***r experience.

🔗 Register now! Bit.ly/yesgawd2024

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🌈✨ Happy Vesak to everyone celebrating! May this day be filled with peace, joy, and enlightenment. 🌸🕊️

Explore the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network to discover more about the rich tapestry of Buddhism and its intersections with LGBTQ history and experiences. 🧘‍♂️📚✨

What a year for the life and legacy of Rustin!

Did any of you see the film? What did you think?

Come learn more about his world shaping life on April 4th!

Register today: https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org/events/bayard-rustin

Gay & Quaker: The Shaping of Activist Bayard Rustin

Join us for an insightful exploration of Bayard Rustin’s remarkable journey as a gay man, Quaker and influential civil rights leader! 🕊️

Register now for our webinar featuring Rustinian scholar Quincy Rineheart, activist Mandy Carter, and Rustin’s life partner Walter Naegel. Discover how Rustin’s identity and faith shaped his activism on Thursday, April 4th at 5pm PT | 7pm CT | 8pm ET.

Don’t miss this enlightening conversation!

Mary, Mother of God, Is "Gender-Bending, Q***r Prophetess," Writes Catholic Scholar - New Ways Ministry Mary, the mother of God, is a "gender-bending, q***r prophetess who defied the gender conventions of her time," writes one LGBTQ+ Catholic in an essay examining how Mary helped the author experience q***r joy.

🏳️‍🌈 Join us for an enlightening evening at the Virginia Ramey Mollenkott Award Presentation on March 6th! 6:30PM EST 🏳️‍⚧️

We’re celebrating Austin Steelman’s groundbreaking paper on J. Gresham Machen’s impact on evangelical theology and the un-q***ring of religious discourse.

📜 Dive into history and explore the intersections of theology, sexuality, and ideology. RSVP now for in-person or livestream attendance! Link here: https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org/events/vrm-award-presentation-2024