LGBTQ & Human Rights - Universal Life Church Monastery Blog
June 30th, 2025
The Supreme Court just sided with a group of religious parents who objected to LGBTQ+ content in the classroom, potentially setting the stage for parents to pull kids from the classroom across the country.
Court Rules Spa Can't Ban Trans Women on Basis of Religion
June 19th, 2025
Should transgender women be allowed in women-only Korean spas where nudity is mandatory? A Washington-based spa tried banning trans women on a religious basis, but an appeals court wasn't buying it.
Southern Baptists Vote to Overturn Gay Marriage
June 11th, 2025
The nation's largest Protestant denomination is set to approve resolutions calling for the reversal of Obergefell v. Hodges, which could indicate an evangelical appetite to legally challenge same-sex marriage.
Wedding Photographer Who Won't Serve Same-Sex Couples Scores Legal Win
June 2nd, 2025
A New York judge just ruled that a Christian photographer can refuse same-sex weddings on faith grounds. When it comes to the rights of the religious faithful and the LGBTQ+ community, who should win?
Faith Group, LGBTQ+ Community Clash at Seattle Prayer Rally
May 28th, 2025
Chaos broke out in Seattle as anti-trans Christians and pro-LGBTQ+ protesters clashed during a prayer rally, leading to dozens of arrests. Now, the FBI is investigating the event, alleging religious discrimination.
States Urge Supreme Court to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage
April 28th, 2025
A decade after Obergefell, a growing wave of state bills seeks to challenge same-sex marriage at the Supreme Court. Now, LGBTQ+ advocates are fighting back to safeguard marriage equality - but is it too late?
Is "Don't Say Gay" Coming to a School Near You?
April 24th, 2025
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could bring Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law nationwide, and LGBTQ+ books in school, parental rights, and classroom free speech all hang in the balance.
Can Christian Adoption Agencies Discriminate Against Gay Couples?
April 21st, 2025
Arkansas just passed a law allowing faith-based adoption agencies to turn away LGBTQ+ parents. Supporters call it a win for religious freedom, but critics say it’s legalized discrimination against the gay community.
Supreme Court Takes Up Case on Conversion Therapy for Minors
March 13th, 2025
Later this year the Supreme Court will hear a case challenging Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors, brought by a Christian counselor who says the law restricts her First Amendment rights.
New Disney Show: Trans Storyline Out, Christian Storyline In
March 6th, 2025
Disney’s new Pixar series Win or Lose has replaced a planned transgender storyline with a Christian character instead, and fans are wondering whether the network is shifting its stance on LGBTQ+ content.
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