Flaming for Jesus
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Flaming for Jesus is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the spiritual and mental well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals who have faced religious trauma and discrimination. Founded in 2023 by Nico Bonner, the organization is built on the values of acceptance, diversity, and inclusive love. Through a variety of programs, Flaming for Jesus offers mental health support, peer-led groups, educational workshops, and community initiatives, all designed to help individuals heal and grow. The organization also works to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ issues in religious contexts and advocates for more inclusive practices within both religious and social spaces. By fostering a sense of community and promoting messages of love and understanding, Flaming for Jesus aims to empower individuals to embrace their true selves and build a more compassionate, supportive world for everyone.
Flaming for Jesus is dedicated to nurturing the spiritual and mental well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals affected by religious trauma and discrimination. Flaming for Jesus offers holistic programs tailored to the diverse needs of the LGBTQ+ community including mental health care services, support groups, resource facilitation, educational workshops, and community-based initiatives. We envision a community of resilient, well-informed, and hopeful individuals on the path of healing, recovery, and authentic living. Offering free LGBTQ+ support, we DO NOT challenge anyone's beliefs, denomination, faith, spirituality, or experiences we do however Challenge the Systems. We are not a religious institution seeking to convert individuals, rather we are a safe and open community for discussions, connections, and growth.
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Travel with us and experience how we C.A.R.E.
Rise Above, open to the LGBTQ+ community nationwide, is a safe space where individuals can be themselves and explore the intersection of their LGBTQ+ identity with their beliefs, spirituality, and/or faith(s), without fear of judgment or discrimination.
At Rise Above We C.A.R.E.
With a mission rooted in compassion, authenticity, and understanding, Rise Above, Creates safe, Affirming spaces that Respect the intersecting identities & Experiences (C.A.R.E.) within the LGBTQ+ community— we strive to foster a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to embrace their true selves. Empowering Travelers to heal, connect, and Rise Above adversity through peer support, educational workshops, and community-building activities.
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