Why religious leaders are divided on transgender rights

By Rose Conlon

Published March 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM EDT

When Kansas became the 26th state to ban or limit gender-affirming medical care for teens, the Catholic Church and Southern Baptist Convention cheered the move. But not all faith leaders agree.

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Why religious leaders are divided on transgender rights