Here are some suggestions for specific things your church can do to communicate to transgender people that you are welcoming and affirming. 

Gender-Neutral Toilets

Have gender-neutral toilets instead of or in addition to the assigned-gender toilets.  Whether post-op, non-transitioning, or genderqueer, many transgender people appreciate not having to face even the best-intentioned gender policing when in need of the facilities.

Language for God and Community

When we speak of God and of our community, we often remember to add “she” to he and “sisters” to brothers.  However, churches may be willing to move beyond the binary and add gender-neutral language like “sibling.”  This will acknowledge the non-transitioning transgender people and let everyone know that the church is thinking about gender outside of the binary cultural norm.

Bible Issues

Our churches and denominational material have been working on and honing our “queering the bible.”  Ask yourself if we are including this in our sermons and local educational materials.  Highlight and emphasize transgender issues (among others) alongside spirituality and sexuality inclusion.