Gender & Sexual Identity

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Throughout our lives as we explore the world around us, we also discover elements of ourselves. For the LGBTIQ community the process of coming out, transitioning, and experimenting with gender and sexual identity may come with public or private struggles for acceptance, some which may be difficult or painful. Through ritual we can honor the range of emotions and experiences along this journey, support each other to become our true and best selves, and celebrate what makes each of us special and unique.
 

Latest Rituals

Rabbi Lily Solochek’s prayer honors complex and vibrant gender identity.
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“I ask for G-d’s favor and protection upon me / As I come out.”
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“Charlotte’s story is not a tragedy / Neither is mine…”
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A template from which individuals who are coming out can choose rituals and prayers to construct a coming out ceremony.
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“Let your blessing pour out on the members of the LGBTQIA community…” 
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A ritualized way to come out to people of your choosing.
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A meaningful ritual for coming out.
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This prayer contains two variations.
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A ceremony to mark this significant moment.
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