Ten Affirmations for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
and Transgendered (GLBT) Spirituality

1. We celebrate the unity we create in the midst of our diversity.

2. We affirm the inherent beauty, worth, and dignity of every GLBT and straight person.

3. There are many paths to the sacred. The spiritual paths of GLBT persons are among them.

4. The choice is not whether to be GLBT or straight but whether or not to live an authentic life.

5. Coming out is a courageous and spiritual act.

6. Sexual expression is one of the many sacred ways that GLBT and straight adults can express the depth of love in their relationships.

7. We support each person's journey of integrating spirituality and sexuality which leads to wholeness.

8. Marriage is a sacred union for people who are committed to each other without regard to gender. Love makes a family.

9. Spiritual leaders must take responsibility to lead, protect, and affirm GLBT people: children, adults, and their families.

10. No one is free when others are oppressed.