Side B Christians are Christians who identify as LGBT or have LGBTQ+ experiences, but take a traditional view of human sexuality and thus commit to celibacy or a mixed-orientation marriage.[1][2][3] The term Side B derives from an Internet forum where Side A Christians, with an affirming view of LGBT sexuality, were contrasted with Side B Christians. Prominent Side B Christians include Eve Tushnet, a lesbian Catholic based in Washington, DC, and Bekah Mason, executive director of Revoice.[4][5] In particular, Side B Christians reject conversion therapy.[6][7] Side B is also distinct from Side Y, which does not affirm LGBT identification.
History
The distinction between Side A and Side B first took place as part of the Gay Christian Network, founded by Justin Lee.[8][9] Some make additional distinctions, including Side X, representing ex-gay Christians.[10] In 2018, Revoice was launched as a conference for Christians predominantly identifying as Side B.[11] Much of the movement of celibate LGBT Christians has its origins in the US evangelical movement.[12]
