LGBTQ+ Community Resources
Faith Spaces
All Souls Unitarian Church
All Souls is a home for Unitarian Universalism and liberal religion in Shreveport, Bossier City, and Northwest Louisiana since 1950. All Souls resolves to promote diversity through the free expression of ideas and beliefs, encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, and provide an environment for social activism and community service.
Founded in 1861, B'nai Zion is a Reform Jewish congregation based in Shreveport, Louisiana. Known for its inclusive atmosphere, it warmly embraces people from all walks of life. The congregation provides a space where individuals can grow spiritually, build strong friendships, deepen their knowledge, and celebrate Jewish culture. In recognition of the diversity within their community, including their LGBTQ members, B'nai Zion holds a special Pride Shabbat every Pride Month to honor and celebrate these identities.
Christ Church of Hope
Christ Church of Hope is an LGBTQ+ welcoming church. Their mission is to provide a church for ALL people of faith to worship without judgement or condemnation.
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Church for the Highlands is "a different kind of Baptist church", rooted in historic Baptist principles of freedom. They are a diverse missional community, seeking to continue the work of Jesus in our local urban setting. Their vision is to offer the radical inclusivity of Jesus to everyone, reflecting the diversity of heaven. Church for the Highlands exists to bless the Highland neighborhood with the love of Jesus through Volunteers of America and community partnerships.
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Grace Community Church
Grace is an all-inclusive, LGBTQ+ friendly, United Methodist church committed to sharing the love of Christ with all people, pursuing justice, and standing in solidarity with all who are marginalized and oppressed. Grace has made the Reconciling Ministries' commitment to intersectional LGBTQ+ justice. In their words, "We believe the search for truth is a journey, not a destination. In this spirit, all are welcome.
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Holy Cross is an Episcopal Church in Shreveport, Louisiana that offers daily services. It is an inclusive Christian community dedicated to nurturing faith, encouraging service, and embodying social and environmental justice. Holy Cross values the sacramental inclusion of all people, particularly our LGBTQ+ siblings, the homeless, the stranger, and anyone else in need. "We aspire to be a community of hospitality, service, and prayer!" During Pride Month, Holy Cross hosts a "Pride Mass" where an LGBTQ member of the clergy delivers a Homily on Pride Month. You can watch a video of the event here.