Support Groups
Support Groups are community-driven and focus on conversation and discussion. Groups use an outline provided by QCF to help facilitate discussions. These groups uplift the essential sense of belonging, being heard, and interpersonal connection.
Virginia Tech's Queer Christian Group
Are you a student who goes to Virginia Tech and is looking to get involved in an in-person support group? We have a group for you! Please email Elliott if you would like more information about this group.
Coming Out Post-Marriage
Q Christian Fellowship has created this Coming Out Post-Marriage/MOM Group to provide a supportive community to gather and address questions and topics specific to those who are discerning if they should come out, are in the process of coming out or have recently come out as LGBTQ+. This support group is not driven by study of texts but rather acts as a safe, conversational space with others to process the feelings and potential obstacles individuals may experience in coming out as an LGBTQ+ Christian. This group in particular is geared towards those who are currently married or discerning next steps after marriage. The Coming Out Post-Marriage/MOM group does not address the biblical passages often used to denounce LGBTQ+ identity or LGBTQ+ sexual ethics. Individuals interested in these topics on a deeper level are encouraged to join the Sexuality and Spirituality Small Group.
Coming Out
Q Christian Fellowship has created this Coming Out Group to provide a supportive community to gather and address questions and topics specific to those who are discerning if they should come out, are in the process of coming out or have recently come out as LGBTQ+. This support group is not driven by study of texts but rather acts as a safe, conversational space with others to process the feelings and potential obstacles individuals may experience in coming out as an LGBTQ+ Christian. The Coming Out 10 week group does not addresses the biblical passages often used to denounce LGBTQ+ identity or LGBTQ+ sexual ethics. The Coming Out 6 week group does not.
LGBTQ+ Seminarians & Divinity Students
This group acts as a safe, supportive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals to discern their calling to graduate level biblical/theological studies. The group curriculum reflects on the possible obstacles, considerations, and decisions prospective LGBTQ+ divinity and seminary students will have to face as they move forward in their education. Whether in the nuance between “welcoming” and affirming schools, the costs involved, or even the reasons for pursuing seminary, the curriculum provides a pragmatic and engaging foundation for the journey with other LGBTQ+ Christians walking a similar path.
Coming Out as Trans & Gender Expansive
This support group acts as a safe, conversational space to process the feelings and potential obstacles individuals may experience in coming out as a Trans/GEI (Gender Expansive Identities) Christian, and spends some time concentrating on what are known as the LGBTQ+ “Clobber Passages” in scripture..
LGBTQ+ Folks with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities
This is a group is exclusively for LGBTQ+ chronically ill and/or disabled folks who who because of their physical condition are having a hard time “coming out” or feeling a part of the LGBTQ+ community. It is a place to find encouragement, spiritual growth and community. This group is intentionally designed to be conversational and casual in nature, geared towards fostering dialogue, growth and community.
LGBTQ+ Folks with Non-Affirming Family
Q Christian Fellowship has created this Support Group to provide a supportive community to gather and share life experiences of being an LGBTQ+ person with non-affirming parents. This support group acts as a safe, conversational space with others to process the feelings and potential obstacles individuals may experience in being out as an LGBTQ+ Christian.
LGBTQ Catholics
In this partnership with DignityUSA, participants will discuss different forms of spirituality found within the Catholic tradition. Explore Catholic spiritual practices in a safe, LGBTQ-friendly environment!
Ace/Aro/Demi/Questioning Support Group
This group is for folks who are ace, aro, demi, gray, questioning+ and folks on the spectrum to find support, community, and belonging.
LGBTQ+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)
Q Christian Fellowship has explicitly created this support group for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) LGBTQ+ people. The purpose of this group is to provide respite and community to one another while we bear witness to one another’s journeys and stories, and create space for BIPOC folks to speak candidly and openly about their experiences.
Deconstruction & Reconstruction
Q Christian Fellowship has created this Support Group to provide a supportive space to gather and share life experiences of deconstructing and/or reconstructing one’s faith. This support group acts as a safe, conversational space with others to process the feelings and potential obstacles individuals may experience within their community in this process of deconstruction and reconstruction.
Polyamorous / Non-monogamous
This support group is a space where polyamorous and non-monogamous folks can connect over their experiences, share resources, and offer each other support.
Parents of LGBTQ People
This is a weekly meeting for parents whose kids have just come out as LGBTQ, as well as for parents who are struggling to reconcile their faith with their love for their child. We'll be focusing on loving ourselves and our children with Christ's unconditional love.
A safe place to explore the flood of emotions and questions arising when your child comes out as LGBTQ+. Led by parents who ""get it,"" have been where you are, and want to support YOU. No ongoing group commitment required. Drop in to find immediate support. Stay connected as long as you need, come and go as you wish. Sign in or be anonymous. The door is open, come on in!