gender identity ideology

‘Stuck in the Middle with You’ – First National Conference for LGB Christians with Tina Beattie. Philomena Heffernan reports.

'It comes at a high cost to speak out... but it would be a far higher cost not to', reports Philomena Heffernan from the first LGBC national conference. "That line captured the day’s quiet courage. Tina called theologians to take the gender debate seriously and to bring a robust Christian understanding of the body back into the conversation."

Book Review: Gay Shame – The Rise of Gender Ideology and the New Homophobia by Gareth Roberts

Jonathan Wheeler reviews Gay Shame: Gender Ideology and the New Homophobia by Gareth Roberts (Swift Press – Forum,  2024) This is not a book written specifically for religious individuals. However for me, as a Christian and same-sex attracted man, I found it hugely helpful in navigating what is going on in the broader UK culture ...

Letter to The Economist

LGB Christians’ Mark Bratton wrote to The Economist in response to the article: ‘The battle for the soul of the Church of England. Can the first female Archbishop of Canterbury stop the institution from tearing itself apart?“ The Editor The Economist, London, WC2N 6HT NOT PUBLISHED to date 22 March 2026 Dear Editor, It was ...

LGBC Supporter Philomena Heffernan Writes to The Tablet

‘Authentic human dignity is achieved not by affirming every self-description as ontological truth, but by recognising each person’s worth within the reality of creation.’ An excellent letter in The Tablet taking issue with two vital points in their Editorial ‘New Guidance’ this week. Thank you Philomena Heffernan for helping enlighten readers with lucid clarity. Letter ...

Letter to the Church Times on Challenges Faced by the Archbishop-elect of Canterbury

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Our letter congratulating the Rt Revd Sarah Mullally on her appointment as Archbishop-elect of Canterbury was published on Friday 10th October 2025. We pray for her leadership as the Church navigates issues around gender-identity ideology, safeguarding, and Christian doctrine.

Navigating Sex, Gender, Faith, & Power: An Interview with Tina Beattie

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Feminist Catholic theologian Tina Beattie, a Professor Emerita at the University of Roehampton, is a founding supporter of LGB Christians and Friends. Known for her appearances on BBC Radio 4's "Thought for the Day," she addresses a variety of social and ethical issues. In an interview with Dr. Mark Chater, Tina discusses her theological journey and her evolving perspectives on gender ideology within both the Catholic Church and the broader LGBTQIA+ movement. Her work explores the complexities of faith, sexuality, and power dynamics in contemporary society.

You better preach!  Loving thy neighbour “as a gay Christian”

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Missing a flight from Miami provides Benjamin Morse with "God moments" and a chance to reflect on grace beyond narrow identity groupings.

Book Review: Lower than the Angels: A History of Sex and Christianity by Diarmaid MacCulloch

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Mark Bratton's review highlights key elements of Diarmaid MacCulloch's new history which are pertinent to the mission of LGB Christians.

Resolute and Focused: A Year into our Vital Mission.

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Rev Lorenzo Fernandez-Smal, a year on from the launch of LGB Christians in October 2023, reflects on the challenges ahead for those who question gender identity ideology, given its widespread adoption.

Exclusive: Debbie Hayton’s testimony

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Debbie Hayton, describes her faith journey as a transwoman describing how she feels more comfortable talking about her transexualism.