The Naming Project

The Naming Project creates safe space for LGBT and allied youth where faith is shared and healthy life-giving community is modeled.

The Naming Project is a faith-based youth group serving youth of all sexual and gender identities. The primary focus is to provide a place for youth who are gay, le***an, bisexual, transgender, q***r, questioning or allied to learn, grow, and share their experiences. In this way The Naming Project is a space in which youth can comfortably discuss faith and who they understand themselves to be--whe

07/28/2024

Just one week after the ELCA Youth Gathering, we are starting our camp. Please pray for our 24 campers, 8 adult counselors, and all the support staff as we embark on a camping week of "Abundant Life!"

07/20/2024

We had a stellar team and a beautiful q***r garden at the . Malaysia Walker, .w.garnett, , and worked the ministry, administering sparkle blessings, reading Bible stories, and listening to youth and adults from all over the country. God's Q***r Garden of Abundant Life really was giving abundant life.

07/14/2024

The Naming Project is at the ! Today is with MYLE. Later this week, we have a space in the Interactive Learning Center. Come by and say hi.

07/02/2024

The Naming Project starts at the end of the month. There is still space to join us. Sign up now, before it's too late.

Learn more at www.thenamingproject.org

06/30/2024

It's the last day of and also Q***r Youth of Faith Day. Celebrate by crossing everything off our list for the ELCA Youth Gathering.

We are so grateful to everyone who donated so far, and we are close to closing it out.

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3BRCO2W52NKC

06/29/2024

Thanks to everyone who donated to our Amazon wish list so far. This weekend is the last chance to get an item and get it shipped before the ELCA Youth Gathering.

The air pump or one of the rugs might be the most essential, but any item helps us make a fabulous q***r welcoming space!

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3BRCO2W52NKC

Photos from The Naming Project's post 06/15/2024

The Naming Project is going to the ELCA Youth Gathering! Help us out by buying supplies off our Amazon wish list, so that we can build out a fabulous q***r welcoming space for youth.

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The Naming Project 2024 - ELCA Youth Gathering | Amazon Gift List 06/15/2024

The Naming Project is going to the ELCA Youth Gathering! Help us out by buying supplies off our Amazon wish list, so that we can build out a fabulous q***r welcoming space for youth.

We have furniture, decorations, books, and supplies. Lots of fun ways to support our ministry

The Naming Project 2024 - ELCA Youth Gathering | Amazon Gift List

Photos from The Naming Project's post 06/08/2024

It's almost camp season, so NBC News did a profile of a few LGBTQ summer camps, including our Christian camp. It's still a very challenging environment for LGBTQ camps, campers, and their families. But we know we are in good company.
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/nbc-out-proud/lgbtq-summer-camps-rcna155684

Photos from The Naming Project's post 06/08/2024

It's almost camp season, so did a profile of a few LGBTQ summer camps, including our Christmas
Christian camp. It's still a very challenging environment for LGBTQ camps, campers, and their families. But we know we are in good company.

06/02/2024

We've got q***r church camp vibes!

05/27/2024

God's promise, over and over again, for all of us, is that we will have abundant life, not limited in any way. This summer, claim that promise of abundant life with The Naming project, and discover how to ensure others have abundant life as well.

05/21/2024

Summer camp season is coming up, and you want to join this faithful, safe community. The Naming Project is for LGBTQ youth, 14-18 years of age. We will explore the promise of abundant life, and what that means for q***r youth today.

05/19/2024

Call all LGBTQ youth of faith!

Camp season is approaching. Do you want to live abundant life, or fit yourself into someone else's closet? That's a question to ask daily, and one we'll explore during camp July 28-Aug 2.

More info at www.thenamingproject.org

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05/17/2024

We are getting close to summer camp. Join LGBTQ+ youth to dream about, learn about, and work toward ABUNDANT LIFE!.

Info for camp registration, scholarships, and FAQs at www.thenamingproject.org.

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05/12/2024

How do we build abundant life? Be kind to each other.

Learn more at www.thenamingproject.org

04/26/2024

Stay beyoutiful!

Live abundant life with us, July 28-August 2.

04/14/2024

"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."

That promise is for LGBTQ youth, but our world tries to deny their abundant life. At camp this summer, youth will claim that promise, and learn how to live an abundant life.

04/02/2024

The time to register for The Naming Project LGBTQ church camp for teens is NOW.

Join us to learn that we have an abundant life.

03/30/2024

Who is ready for Summer Camp? In the beauty of God's creation, campers experience group conversation, personal quiet time, campfires, swimming, games, and summer camp fun.

03/21/2024

God's promise, over and over again, for all of us, is that we will have abundant life, not limited in any way. This summer, claim that promise of abundant life with The Naming Project, and discover how to ensure others have abundant life as well.

July 28-August 2, 2024
www.thenamingproject.org/summer-camp

03/02/2024

🚨Summer camp alert!🚨

In a world that wants to shrink you, remember that we are promised ABUNDANT LIFE.
Join us this summer for a q***r chuch camp experience like no other.
www.thenamingproject.org

02/27/2024

It's been a hard couple weeks for LGBTQ youth, especially trans and nonbinary youth. We are always stronger together, and we have been promised ABUNDANT LIFE.

If you need a safe and faithful getaway, join us for The Naming Project.
Visit www.thenamingproject.org to learn more.

02/08/2024

"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." - John 10:10

📣ATTENTION: Registration for The Naming Project is open! Join us for a week of "Abundant Life" in the Minnesota north woods. 🌲

Information and registration at www.thenamingproject.org

08/23/2023

Did you hear this week's Q***r Christian News segment? We lifted up this article by David Artavia from Yahoo News that focused on LGBTQ youth and their faith. It's a powerful read, and worth your time. Listen to our recap, and the read it for yourself. It's even got a shout out for The Naming Project !

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/religion-weapon-lgbtq-youth-q***r-youth-christian-muslim-mormon-205036764.html

07/23/2023

Camp starts today! Time to pray.
Pray for campers and families traveling.
Pray for us this week.

07/12/2023

Registration for The Naming Project camp will close July 16. It's your last opportunity to sign up for a week of safe, faithful community.

Visit www.thenamingproject.org to get signed up.

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It's the last day of #PrideMonth and also Queer Youth of Faith Day. Celebrate by crossing everything off our list for th...
Come one! Come all! (LGBTQ and allied youth between 14-18 years of age)Join us for a week of abundant life
Abundant Life: May we live it. May we enjoy it. May we give it. Learn more about The Naming Project's Christian camp for...
God's promise, over an dover again, for all of us, is that we will have abundant life, not limited in any way. This summ...
🚨Summer camp alert!🚨In a world that wants to shrink you, remember that we are promised ABUNDANT LIFE.Join us this summer...
"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." - John 10:10📢 ATTENTION LGBTQ Youth: Registration for The Namin...
Registration for The Naming Project camp will close July 16. It's your last opportunity to sign up for a week of safe, f...
Who is camp for? The Naming Project Summer Camp is for 13-18 year-olds or those who have completed 7th-12th grades who a...
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