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We understand that being a progressive Asian American Christian can be lonely sometimes. So we’ve crowdsourced a list of progressive churches throughout the country in case you are looking for a faith community. We look at 3 major criteria when including a church in this list:

  • Affirmation of the complete humanity and human rights of LGBTQ+ individuals
  • Affirmation of women in leadership roles within the church (does not always mean that lead pastor is female)
  • Involvement in social justice issues such as anti-racism and pro-immigrant activism, LGBTQ+ advocacy, creation care, etc. (All the things included in our Statement on God’s Justice!)

Please note that this crowdsourced list is subject to change. Inclusion on this list does not represent endorsement by the organization Progressive Asian American Christians. We encourage you to visit these church websites and/or contact church staff as you search for a faith community aligned with your progressive beliefs.

You can also submit a listing for consideration. All suggestions are subject to PAAC moderator approval.

Street Address
95 Linden Rd
28374
City
Pinehurst
State
Notes

Welcoming, friendly, progressive church.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
1
Denomination
Street Address
3133 Dumbarton St NW
20007
City
Washingtonv
State
Notes

Intentionally progressive church located in Georgetown. Strong commitment to social justice issues. Has strong intergenerational relationships.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
5-10
Denomination
Street Address
614 N Bush St
92701
City
Santa Ana
State
Contact Person(s)
Rev. Jim Lee - revjimlee@gmail.com
Notes

Multi-ethnic congregation; over 33% are Latinx. Roughly 20% of the congregation identifies as LGBTQ+.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
5
Denomination
Street Address
425 College St
06511
City
New Haven
State
Church Website
Notes

Services in English and Korean. Reconciling Ministry; fully LGBTQ+ affirming and welcoming. Senior pastor is multiracial (Chinese/white) woman. Sanctuary church (houses people at risk of deportation).

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
20
Languages
English, Korean
Street Address
125 Elmer St
07090
City
Westfield
State
Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Street Address
300 S Western Ave
90020
City
Los Angeles
State
Contact Person(s)
Pastor Samuel Chung - pastorsam@fpc.la
Notes

Fully affirming, open, and progressive.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
95
Street Address
2420 E Third St.
47401
City
Bloomington
State
Church Website
Contact Person(s)
Jennifer Duann Fultz
Notes

Progressive congregation in a college town. Mostly older demographic but some young families and college students. Liturgically-structured worship service with a mix of modern and traditional prayers and music.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
1
Languages
English
Denomination
Street Address
915 4th St
85719
City
Tucson
State
Notes

Located near the University of Arizona maingate. Reconcilng Ministry; fully LGBTQ+ affirming and welcoming. Services in English and Korean.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
25
Languages
English, Korean
Church Name
Street Address
509 Atlantic Ave
11217
City
Brooklyn
State
Notes

Progressive ideology (liberation theology + social justice) with evangelical flavor/methodology (contemporary music, small groups). About 30% are people of color. Strong emphasis on asking good questions and intellectual curiosity.

Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
10-15
Denomination
Street Address
1500 16th St NW
20036
City
Washington
State
Affirms women in leadership?
Yes
Involved in social justice issues?
Yes
LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes
Approximate % Asian
5