Queer and Christian?

My reason for starting this blog is rather simple. For many queer persons, religion has been a polarizing or isolating because of Biblical literalism on the part of religious leaders. It was the same for me for many years. I grew up Catholic but have converted to the Episcopalian Church. For me, my journey to accepting my sexuality is connected to my faith journey. It is my hope that this blog becomes a place for people to realize that we can make witness to our faith by simply living out of the closet, by being the beautiful, queer people that God created us to be. 
Before we continue, I would like to explain how this blog will work as well as establish some rules. I will mainly be posting commentary on the readings for a given week according to the Common Lectionary. Each post will contain each of the week's passages so that if you want, you may read them. I will try to discuss the passages in light of our sexuality, to highlight that the Bible speaks to LGBTQ persons as well. I will also include some pieces about others ways that our faith can come alive through our sexual orientation. 
This is to be an open and safe place for people to seek the Lord. Any derogatory comments toward another readers comment, or toward a group of people will not be tolerated. I will delete the comment and report the poster. 
That being said, I am in no way a Biblical authority or am I an expert in the field of theology. I will draw upon the work of Queer Theologians who are far more learned than I am. However, I will also offer my own reflection on how each reading may speak to our queerness. I invite all readers to do the same in the comments section. This is a place where all can be honest and open. Take advantage of it and enjoy!