The holiday season can particularly bring out the loneliness felt by LGBTQ+ people unwelcome in their families, churches or communities. Below, you’ll find resources for additional support during this time. Many of these help lines are available 24/7 at no cost, with trained listeners prepared to assist with a variety of situations.
LGBTQ+ Crisis Hotlines
*Not LGBTQ+ specific, but LGBTQ+ affirming
- Trans Lifeline – 877-565-8860
LGBTQ+ Youth
- LGBT National Youth Talkline – 1-800-246-7743
- TrevorLifeline – 1-866-488-7386
- TrevorText – Text START to 678-678
LGBTQ+ Adults
- Lifeline* – 1-800-273-8255
- Crisis Text Line* – Text HOME to 741741 (text HOLA to be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor in Spanish)
All Ages
- GLBT National Hotline – 1-888-843-4564
On our Resources page, we also offer online resources for LGBTQ+ youth. Access to online help can be crucial in decreasing feelings of isolation and ostracization for all people, especially LBGTQ+ youth.
At the Covenant Network of Presbyterians, we’ve seen personal connections and honest conversations change hearts and minds about inclusion of all God’s children. This year, and every year, we are grateful for your support of our ministry as we work for the day when all people know they are beloved by God. Whether you’re with family of origin, chosen family, or anywhere else during the holidays, the love of God and the grace of Christ always abides with you.