Years ago, I had a provider who I told I wanted to talk about my gender identity. I explained that I was afraid I might be experiencing Gender Dysphoria. It was a terrifying experience. I had thought about this for a long time, and it took a lot of courage for me to show up and verbalize it. I was well aware of the injustices that trans people face. I didn’t want to be one. I didn’t want it to be true.
Read MoreFor trans people, Transgender Day of Remembrance (November 20 this year) is a reminder of the injustice we face in a transphobic, patriarchal, racist, and misogynist society. For cisgender folks, it is an invitation not so much to remember, perhaps, but instead to expand empathy and awareness.
Read MoreI created a ceremonial rite of passage that marked my gender transition. For me (and I hope for others who will build on it), it serves as a communal recognition, validation, and commemoration of the profound and spiritual experience that has been this journey. It proved to be filled with Spirit, utterly transcendent.
Read MoreI am a transgender woman. This fact is related to my resignation from the church. I have “known” it for a long time, but only recently put all the pieces together to the point that I fully KNOW and accept it. Paige and I are staying together. The kids know are doing fine. All of our family knows and has been supportive. My name is Esther, pronouns she/her/hers, and my kids call me “Mapa”. My faith is stronger than it has ever been and has been integral in choosing to proceed with transition. I am scared, angry, brave, grateful, and absolutely full of joy. I am going back to school to become a Marriage and Family Therapist. Please consider educating yourself if I’m the only (or one of very few) trans person you think you know. I cherish your friendship and support.
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