This won’t be a long, theologically opinionated and rambling post like most of my screeds. I just wanted to share some recent research that shows that welcoming statements and welcoming symbols on church websites make people feel more welcome. Isn’t that amazing?
Naturally, LGBTQ+ people feel more welcome and affirmed in churches that are welcoming and affirming:
LGBTQ+ and going to church? Feelings of acceptance and closeness in openly-affirming churches
But interestingly, straight people also felt more welcomed and affirmed:
So get those statements out on your website and hallways for the benefit of all your members and your community.
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