The Invisibility of LGBT Individuals in Black Mega Churches: Political and Social Implications

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

6-1-2011

Abstract

This qualitative research explores the disconnect that exists between the African American lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community and the Black Church. Specifically, we focus on the subtle unification efforts made by Black Mega Churches, in particular The Potter's House church, while highlighting the perpetuated invisibility of this population within these congregations. This research is a result of contextual analysis of Potter's House sermons, interviews with the pastor of The Potter's House, and Potter's House programs that target its African American LGBT congregation members. In addition, comparisons are made between the Potter's House and gay-affirming churches with primarily African American members. © 2010 Springer Science + Business Media, LLC.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Journal of African American Studies

First Page

199

Last Page

217

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