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Merry Christmas 2023 from Q Spirit and Kittredge Cherry: “God With Us, God With All”

And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth. — John 1:14 _______ Kittredge Cherry, Q Spirit and the Jesus in Love Blog wish you and your loved ones all the joys of the season! Merry Christmas! _______ This year’s Christmas image...

תפילת משיח קשת בענן (Rainbow Christ Prayer in Hebrew)

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar

Hebrew and Arabic translations of the Rainbow Christ Prayer are being posted simultaneously at Q Spirit to show support for LGBTQ people affected by the recent violence in Israel and Gaza. The prayer shows the many faces of the queer Christ. Colors of the LGBTQ...

صلاة قوس قزح المسيح (Rainbow Christ Prayer in Arabic)

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar

Arabic and Hebrew translations of the Rainbow Christ Prayer are being posted simultaneously at Q Spirit to show support for LGBTQ people affected by the recent violence in Israel and Gaza. The prayer shows the many faces of the queer Christ. Colors of the LGBTQ...

Transgender Day of Remembrance: Spiritual resources

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Nov 16-30

Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov. 20) commemorates those who were killed due to anti-transgender prejudice. Spiritual and religious resources that affirm transgender people are presented here. The annual event serves the dual purpose of honoring the dead and...

Why we need LGBTQ saints: A queer theology of sainthood

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Featured, Nov. 1-15, Saints

It’s time to welcome the queer saints. Many believe that saints and other souls will visit for Halloween, All Saints Day, All Souls Day, and Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos). The LGBTQ saints are important because people are searching for alternative ways to lead...

Kittredge Cherry: Christianity inspired me to come out as a lesbian

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Featured, Oct. 15-31

I am celebrating my birthday on Oct. 21 by re-posting this reflection on my coming-out story and life journey as a lesbian Christian. During my birthday month, I try to appreciate my own accomplishments and reflect on my dreams for the future. My 2024 birthday wish:...

Spirit Day: Stand up to bullying of LGBTQ youth

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Oct. 15-31

People are speaking out against bullying of LGBTQ youth for Spirit Day (Oct. 17, 2024). On Spirit Day millions of people make a statement supporting LGBTQ young people by wearing purple, which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag. Some also “go purple” by...

Spiritual resources honor National Coming Out Day

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Oct 1-15

Every year on Oct. 11, National Coming Out Day encourages LGBTQ people and allies to be open about who you are and your support for LGBTQ equality. Oct. 11 also happens to be the feast day of Saint Philip the Evangelist, who welcomed a queer black man into the church...

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Two-spirit Native Americans bridge genders

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Oct 1-15

Two-spirit Native Americans are honored at Q Spirit for Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Oct 14, 2024). It is an alternative to the U.S. national holiday Columbus Day, which commemorates the arrival of European explorer Christopher Columbus in the Americas on Oct. 12, 1492....

Metropolitan Community Churches: Ministering in the LGBTQ community since 1968: Historic MCC photos

by Kittredge Cherry | | Calendar, Oct 1-15

Metropolitan Community Churches, the first denomination to affirm LGBTQ people, was founded on Oct. 6, 1968 by Troy Perry. Dozens of my photos from more than 35 years of MCC history are posted today in honor of the anniversary. The photos posted here show highlights...