Voices
As we all adjust to new routines in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, Believe Out Loud is committed to finding ways for our community to continue to be connected to affirming spiritual resources. Houses of worship have transitioned to online-only or hybrid prayer, services, and gatherings. We have gathered below links to free livestream,…
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The greatest gift God ever gave humankind was love in its many expressions, and the capacity to give and receive love is the richest fulfillment for us. We may not always have felt this way, for many of us were miseducated into believing that our love was shameful. Yet, despite this, the human spirit’s capacity…
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Ever wonder why “time flies” when you’re having fun, but conversely, losing a loved one can feel like the longest moment of your entire life? My heart anguishes for the families and friends of the Uvalde, Texas elementary school shooting who, I assume, are all experiencing the longest moment of their entire lives right now.…
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Have you ever wondered why we give gifts on Christmas? The tradition of giving and receiving presents has been going on for centuries. Perhaps, because we are reminded of all the gifts we have received from our creator, and most significantly, the life of Jesus Christ. This year, most of all, has left so many…
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Pride is a time to bring people together—to celebrate—to stand up for the freedom to believe out loud! This year, Pride celebrations may look a little different, but we’re still creating space for joy and connection. We invite you to look back with us at how our team at Believe Out Loud has commemorated…
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Pride is being celebrated all around the world! This year, we want to uplift our international BOL community members and share Pride events happening across the globe: IGLTA International Gay Pride Calendar World Pride Copenhagen NYC Pride Mister B&B Gay Pride Calendar Gay Travel Global Pride Calendar Are we missing an event? Add it to…
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For Pride this year, we’re focused on building community and sharing resources on our very own padlet! Here you will find a space to share Pride celebrations, with helpful resources, affirming graphics to download, information about our partners and an invitation to share your thoughts about how you identify. Curated by the Believe Out Team,…
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This Holy Week, we would like to guide you on a journey of self-reflection: #14StationsofSelf. Inspired by the 14 Stations of the Cross, this exercise is meant to provide a meditative spring cleaning for the soul as we follow the story of the final days of Jesus’ life. Grab a pen and paper to write…
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Photo credit: Rena Schild / Shutterstock.com Five years ago today, the White House was lit up in rainbows. On June 26, 2015, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in Obergefell vs. Hodges, declaring with a 5-4 majority that same-sex marriage was the law of the land. Across the nation, Pride Month celebrations took…
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