Tong-Kwang Light House Presbyterian Church Explained

Tong-Kwang Light House Presbyterian Church
Native Name:	同光同志長老教會
Native Name Lang:	Chinese
Coordinates:	25.0485°N 121.5278°W
Country:	Taiwan
Denomination:	Presbyterian

Tong-Kwang Light House Presbyterian Church is the first Christian Church for homosexuals in Chinese society. It is located in Taipei, Taiwan, and does not believe homosexuality to be a sin. It was established on 5 May 1996.

Although the church has a system of Presbyterianism, it is independent from the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan.

The church also works with Taiwan Tongzhi Hotline Association, and attends Taiwan Pride.

History

Founded in 1996, the Tong-Kwang Light House is the first LGBTQ-affirming church in Taiwan.^{[1] [2]}

See also

• Christianity and homosexuality
• LGBT-welcoming church programs

External links

• Tong-Kwang Light House Presbyterian Church

Notes and References

1. Web site: Can You Be Christian And Queer? . CinemQ . 6 November 2018 . July 1, 2021.
2. Web site: A Gay Pastor in Taiwan Bridging LGBT and Christian Communities . Yang . William . June 24, 2017 . Ketagalan Media . July 1, 2021.