Gay bbc worship
Kenya's discreet church set up to welcome LGBT worshippers
BBC News, Kenya
A church in Kenya has survived for the last decade by operating discreetly. It does not publicise its services in this very religious country because it welcomes gay worshippers.
"The first time I entered the church I cried," John, a pastor initially ordained in a mainstream church, told the BBC.
He left his parish because church leaders told him his sexuality was sinful and that he needed to remain celibate.
"I never imagined in my life as a priest, I would be in a space where I would say three words that people think are conflicting. That I am black, I am gay, I am a priest."
He found out about the church, where he now preaches, on social media - though most find their way there via word of mouth. Like all those interviewed at the church, his name has been changed to protect this identity.
Its members are very guarded too about sharing details of their gatherings - those wishing to verb are carefully vetted before being invited in, to
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