What we’re about
LGBTQ people who make it to adulthood are survivors of spiritual abuse and are casualties of religious malpractice. Even those lucky enough to have been raised in the Unitarian Universalist Church, which embraces and celebrates LGBTQ folks’ individuality, felt the sting of admonition wielded about elsewhere. At one time in their lives, just about everyone who attends First UU’s monthly LGBTQ Community Heart Circle was a troubled queer kid.
Having that shared past gives LGBTQ folks a unique perspective on faith, current events, and the nature of human existence. The facilitated discussions we have at the LGBTQ Spirituality group at 2:00 on the 3rd Sunday of each month reflect that insightful world view. The group has been a part of what makes Austin weird for over 25 years now. Allies are always welcome too. Please join us!
The event is advertised in the Austin Chronicle, on Facebook, and through the Meetup app. Participants range in age from their 20s through their 60s, and it’s virtually the only organized group in town that brings together lesbian women, gay men, non-binary people, trans people, and even straight allies in search of spiritual and personal growth. And did I mention that it’s fun? Yeah, you’ll have fun.
Strong friendships have developed between participants, and new folks are always welcomed with open arms. There are usually between 12 to 25 people at the LGBTQ+ Heart Circle event, and everyone leaves feeling better than they did before they got there. The business of transforming lives can start off just like that - with a smile that turns a stranger into a friend!
Location:
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin
4700 Grover Ave,
Austin, TX 78756
