tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23020174.post1451899021521414231..comments2023-12-02T05:36:17.832-05:00Comments on Sexuality and Religion: What's the Connection?: Welcoming TransgenderDebra W. Haffnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03018331891805010135noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23020174.post-9714435063210646362007-11-16T11:43:00.000-05:002007-11-16T11:43:00.000-05:00I'm so happy to hear that your congregation has op...I'm so happy to hear that your congregation has opened discussions on what the "T" in GLBTQQI means. I'm also thrilled that such a conversation would occur in Westport. I never thought much about Westport being open to diversity. I'm not putting Westport down, but from past experiences in towns like Greenwich, it doesn't seem to be something to discuss openly.<BR/>I know JeriMarie, and the struggle she has had to overcome. She was my first ally in my transition as well. Being a parent of 2, and dealing with discrimination, I know just how hard it is to be accepted. Finding a welcoming religion is even more of a struggle.<BR/>Thanks for sharing.igurlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01608442382855176793noreply@blogger.com