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Sexual and Gender Identity Institute

Through research, training, and consultation, we work to further understanding of sexual and gender identity from within a Christian worldview, to explore the intersection of these identities with religious identity, and to be a resource to the church and to the broader culture.

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“I witness many signs of hope. I don’t have to wait until all is well, but I can celebrate every little hint of the Kingdom that is at hand.”
― Henri J.M. Nouwen

Dr. Yarhouse offers learnings from scientific research in civil and compassionate language for Christian parents to have healthy and helpful conversations with their children about gender identity.

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Emerging Sexual Identities - Navigating the Landscape with Today’s Youth

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Sexual & Gender Identity Institute

The mission of the Sexual & Gender Identity Institute is, from a Christian worldview, to further our understanding of sexual and gender identity, and the intersection of these identities with religious identity, and to be a resource to the church and to the broader culture.  We do this through research, training, and consultation. Learn More >

The mission of SGI is consistent with the Wheaton College Community Covenant.

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Understanding Emerging Sexual Identities: Dr. Mark Yarhouse
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Gay Celibate Asceticism: An Exploration of Eros and Desire in the Theologies of Augustine and Contemporary Anglicanism

The 2024 Inaugural SGI Lecture on Christianity, Sexuality, and Gender was presented by Dr. David Bennett on October 8, 2024 and was sponsored by the Sexual and Gender Identity Institute.

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Emerging Sexual Identities: Navigating the Landscape with Today's Youth

A Christian Guide to Understanding and Ministering to LGBTQ+ Youth

According to a recent Gallup Poll, 20.8% of Gen Z identify as LGBTQ+. This book offers a measured Christian response to the diverse sexual identities that are embraced by more and more adolescents, and explains how these identities function in the lives of today's youth.

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Talking to Kids about Gender Identity

A Roadmap for Christian Compassion, Civility, and Conviction 

As gender identity, transgender experiences, and emerging gender identities continue to be normalized and celebrated, many parents are left struggling with what to think about these issues--let alone how to talk to their children about them. The leading Christian expert on LGBTQ+ concerns, Dr. Mark Yarhouse has spent years counseling and teaching on these issues.

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Research

We have anywhere from 5-6 lines of research being conducted at any one time. Discover our current highlights.

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Consultation and Training Services

We offer consultations and clinical trainings related to sexual and gender identity concerns.

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Resources

Browse a variety of helpful resources around gender identity issues including articles, workbooks, videos, books, professional referrals, and academic papers.

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About the Sexual and Gender Identity Institute

Learn more about who we are and what we do. Meet the professionals who conduct original research on sexual or gender identity and faith to help further our understanding of these complex experiences.

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Upcoming Events

November 27-31, 2025

Doctor of Ministry course on Gender, Sexuality & Spirituality         
Wheaton, IL

 

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