LGBTQ+ in the Church
In the first century, Jesus of Nazareth inspired a movement. A community of people whose lives were centered on Jesus Christ and committed to living the way of God’s unconditional, unselfish, sacrificial, and redemptive love. As Episcopalians, we believe in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We believe in following the teachings of Jesus Christ, whose life, death and resurrection saved the world.
We have a legacy of inclusion, aspiring to tell and exemplify God’s love for every human being. Ordination and the offices of bishop, priest, and deacon are open to all without discrimination. Laypeople and clergy cooperate as leaders at all levels of our church. Leadership is a gift from God and can be expressed by all people in our church, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
We believe that God loves us all – no exceptions.
If you have questions about the queer community being part of the church, or if you are queer and wonder why The Episcopal Church, The Episcopal Diocese of Hawaiʻi, and The Episcopal Parish of St. Clement are accepting and affirming of Queer people, here is a list of books that might help you understand.
Radical Love: An Introduction to Queer Theology by Patrick S. Cheng
God, Gospel, and Genter: A Queer Bible Study for Teens by Margie Baker
God Believes in Love: Straight Talk About Gay Marriage by Gene Robinson
No matter who you are, no matter what you believe, and no matter where you are on your faith journey, the Episcopal Parish of St. Clement welcomes you!
