Nigeria's all-Gay Church
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In Nigeria, homosexuality is still both a major religious and social taboo. Nevertheless, the 'House of Rainbow' church is nw defying local prejudices, and contains an entirely gay congregation (though is not exclusively for homsexuals).
Jide Macaulay, the Church's Pastor, speaks of the need to "reconcile sexuality and spirituality" saying that his church's aim is to correct the self-image of gay people, who in Nigeria "are told that they are an abomination", or "children of the devil."
However in contrast to their openness inside the Church, most homosexuals in Nigeria are still forced to keep their sexuality a secret in everyday life, and live in fear of homophobic attacks, as well as the law: in Nigeria, the most liberal punishment for "homosexual acts" is 14 years in prison. This seems lenient however, when you compare it to the north of the country where, under Sharia law, homosexuals can be stoned to death.
Similar divisions to those in the UK and US have arisen in Nigeria's Anglican church, with anti-gay conservatives also threatening to separate in defiance of gay marriages performed by the Church in other countries.
Jide Macaulay, the Church's Pastor, speaks of the need to "reconcile sexuality and spirituality" saying that his church's aim is to correct the self-image of gay people, who in Nigeria "are told that they are an abomination", or "children of the devil."
However in contrast to their openness inside the Church, most homosexuals in Nigeria are still forced to keep their sexuality a secret in everyday life, and live in fear of homophobic attacks, as well as the law: in Nigeria, the most liberal punishment for "homosexual acts" is 14 years in prison. This seems lenient however, when you compare it to the north of the country where, under Sharia law, homosexuals can be stoned to death.
Similar divisions to those in the UK and US have arisen in Nigeria's Anglican church, with anti-gay conservatives also threatening to separate in defiance of gay marriages performed by the Church in other countries.
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Great post. Ironically, I posted an article about a US Bishop calling African Church leaders "Demonic". Outrageous! Go check it out and let me know your thoughts.
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- bansheewail
- 1 month ago
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Kinda sick if you ask me.
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That's quite a co-incidence, I hadn't heard much about it before, but it seems that Nigerian religious leaders aren't the most progressive...
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True courage.
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It's wonderful to see people stand up for what they believe. Gay Christians... we have to make the right wing religious nuts go... nuts. LOL
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This is amazing and shows that religion can actually do good in this world. Creating a safe space for gays and lesbians in such a hostile environment is a truly inspiring act of courage! Awesome!
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- JanaPokana
- 1 month ago
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YOU WILL SEE, YOU WILL SEE....
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Nigeria's will not agree with this because being gay is bad, and unlike America, or Europe if you are found gay, and want to show the town how gay you are. We will burn, or kill you. We are not people of weakness, don't you read the news....STOP THAT....STOP THAT KNOW, or you will see Nigeria in action..and it will not be on CURRENT...
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