“Made, Known, Loved: Developing LGBTQ – Inclusive Youth Ministry”
Ross Murray
Fortress Press, 2021, 199 Pages

At A Glance: “Made, Known, Loved” is a practical guide for churches to develop an inclusive youth ministry that affirms and supports 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, ensuring their safety and respect as beloved children of God.

Overview: “Made, Known, Loved: Developing LGBTQ Inclusive Youth Ministry” by Ross Murray offers essential guidance for integrating 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusivity into youth ministry, drawing from the experience of The Naming Project.

The book assists church leaders and parents in assessing and aligning their values to create a safe, respectful environment where all youth, including those from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, are seen as beloved children of God. It provides practical advice for establishing a ministry that not only affirms 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in their faith and identity but also embraces diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

This resource shares effective practices from over fifteen years of The Naming Project’s impactful work, including insights from its summer camp, helping congregations foster an environment that nurtures future leaders for both the church and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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