Episcopal Priest’s Sermon on Jesus’ Gender Identity Sparks Controversy

A sermon delivered by the Rev. Flourish Klink at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City has drawn significant public attention after a video clip circulated on social media. During the March 2026 service, Klink, an Episcopal priest who identifies as nonbinary and transgender, suggested that God is nonbinary and that Jesus Christ should be understood as transgender.

In her homily, Klink argued that because Jesus was born in human form and identified by Mary as a boy, he was essentially assigned a gender that did not align with his divine nature. She further speculated that the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus, in which he was not immediately recognized by his followers, could be interpreted as a transition to his true self. Klink acknowledged that these views are not explicitly stated in the Bible but presented them as a theological reflection on the nature of God.

The remarks have prompted widespread criticism from various observers, who have characterized the claims as heretical and inconsistent with traditional Christian doctrine. The viral clip has garnered millions of views, fueling an ongoing debate regarding gender identity and theological interpretation within the Episcopal Church.