If you’re the family member of a trans or gender-expansive Christian, you may have some questions. This page is full of resources to help you affirm and understand your family member, and to find support yourself.
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Peer Support
For parents and partners
Books for Parents of Trans People
Digital Resources
Transgender Persons, Their Families and the Church – The Catholic Health Association
Fe, Familia, Igualdad – The Center for LGBTQ and Gender Studies in Religion
A La Familia: Una Conversación Sobre Nuestras Familias, la Biblia, la Orientación Sexual y la Identidad de Género – The Institute for Welcoming Resources
Books for Partners of Trans People
Understanding Trans Experiences
Want to know more about trans people?
Theology
Books on theology by transgender people
Books on theology by or for allies
Videos
“The Calling and Gifts of Transgender Christians” with Allyson Dylan Robinson and Austen Hartke at Receiving with Thanksgiving
Digital Resources
Transgender Welcome by Bishop Gene Robinson – The Center for American Progress
What does the Bible say about transgender people? – Human Rights Campaign
An Affirmation Guide to Trans and Gender-Expansive Identities – Q Christian Fellowship
Manual de Afirmación: La Identidad Transgénero y la Diversidad de Género – Q Christian Fellowship
Reconciling Scripture for Lutherans: Sexuality and Gender Identity – ReconcilingWorks
Building Affirming Communities
Books On building Trans Affirming Churches
Digital Resources
Gender Identity and Our Faith Communities – Human Rights Campaign
Transitioning to Inclusion: Embracing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Youth in Faith Communities – Center for LGBTQ and Gender Studies in Religion
TransAction: A Trans Curriculum for Churches and Religious Institutions – The Institute for Welcoming Resources
Transgender Curriculum for Faith Communities – Center for LGBTQ and Gender Studies in Religion
Guía para la Bienvenida de Personas Transgénero en Congregaciones – Center for LGBTQ and Gender Studies in Religion