Abstract
This article explores emerging research in youth ministry that finds mothers to be some of the most vocal and active advocates of young people who identify as LGBTQ. Drawing a link between mothers who have been at the forefront of other social movements and these present-day advocates, this article urges caution in the celebration of this finding, noting how the church's uncritical adoption of the cult of motherhood has led to the further entrenchment of patriarchal systems of power. Instead, the author suggests that a queer interpretation of Jesus’ reimagination of family in various gospel texts might serve as more faithful and liberating foundations for ministry with LGBTQ youth.
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