On Faith Panelists Blog: An open letter to religious leaders on gay youth suicides: it's time to act out loud - Debra W. Haffner
Monday, October 11, is National Coming Out Day. This coming weekend is a good time for liberal congregations to talk about the fact that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, and Intersex people are valuable and welcome members of our communities.
Given the recent discussion of bullying and suicides of LGBTQQI teens, it’s a great time for religious leaders to make a point of reaching out to young people, especially those who are or who are perceived to be sexual minorities. For that matter, it’s always a good time for religious leaders to build relationships with youth and young adults.
The linked column is by Rev. Debra Haffner, the Executive Director of the Religious Institute.
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