Faith-based LGBT support

Lesbian and Gay Christian Movement

"It is the conviction of members of the Lesbian and Gay Christian Movement that human sexuality in all its richness is a gift of God, gladly to be accepted, enjoyed and honoured as a way of both expressing and growing in love, in accordance with the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. Therefore it is their conviction that it is entirely compatible with the Christian faith not only to love another person of the same sex but also to express that love fully in a personal sexual relationship". Registered charity 1048842.

LGBT Catholic helpline: Quest Linkline - 0808 808 0234

"Quest Linkline is run by Quest, a group for lesbian, gay and bisexual Catholics in the UK. It is staffed by volunteers (‘Linkliners’), who are members of Quest, and who receive regular training, support and supervision". Freephone 0808 808 0234, open Sundays, Wednesdays & Fridays 7 - 10 pm, plus answerphone. Web: http://www.questgaycatholic.org.uk/linkline/helpline.asp. Registered charity 294388.

LGBT Muslims: Imaan

"Imaan is a social support group for LGBT Muslims and their family, friends and supporters - and those questioning their sexuality or gender identity". Web: http://www.imaan.org.uk/.

Muslim women: Safra Project

"The Safra Project is a resource project working on issues relating to lesbian, bisexual and/or transgender women who identify as Muslim religiously and/or culturally (Muslim LBT women). The Safra Project was set up in October 2001 by and for Muslim LBT women. The issues faced by Muslim LBT women, and the (combination of) prejudices based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, religion, race, culture and immigration status that they experience, are unique and currently insufficiently addressed.

The word Safra is related to the words for 'journey' and discovery' in many languages such as Arabic, Farsi and Urdu. The Safra Project does not seek to provide ultimate answers or solutions, and is not a faith group. Our ethos is one of inclusiveness and persity."

Web: http://www.safraproject.org/.

Jewish Gay and Lesbian Group

"The Jewish Gay and Lesbian Group, JGLG, was founded in 1972 when a small advert in 'Gay News' attracted the astonishing total of 190 people to a public meeting called to set up the new organisation. Since then the Group has gone from strength to strength; In 1993 we co-hosted the 13th International Conference of Gay & Lesbian Jews, and in March 1997 we hosted our Silver Jubilee Celebration weekend. Both events were attended by people from all over the world.

We are the longest established Jewish gay group in the world. Our membership is open to Jewish men and women who are gay, lesbian or bisexual and has a wide age range, including people from many different backgrounds. We welcome many non-Jews and non-gay guests and although our Group is based in London we have many members living across the country.

You do not have to be religious to join the group. We are primarily a social group, not a religious one, and most of our religious events are run along Liberal lines. Perhaps not surprisingly, the majority of our membership lean more towards the left in their religious outlook, than to the right and to orthodoxy. Whatever your leaning, you will be more than welcome."

Web: http://www.jglg.org.uk/.

Parents of Jewish Gays and Lesbians

"The Support Group for Parents of Jewish Gays and Lesbians are not counsellors. However, we are parents who have gone through considerable pain and distress. We want to help other parents who are struggling to cope with so many feelings. Our sons and daughters often don't believe it's a problem for them. That is their way of life and they seem to be happy. The Support Group is there to help you".Web: http://www.parentsofjewishgaysandlesbians.co.uk/.