Posts Tagged ‘Transgender’
Honor The Transgender Day Of Remembrance
Every year at the end of November, communities across the globe come together to commemorate the International Transgender Day of Remembrance—a day dedicated to honoring trans* people who have lost their lives to acts of violence over the past year. You can click here to find a TDOR event in your area. This year, Standing…
Read MoreKicking Off Transgender Awareness Week
Today marks the start of Transgender Awareness Week. We plan to celebrate by posting news and stories as well as resources for Christians who want to welcome transgender folks and their families in their congregations. In New Hampshire, Stacie Laughton became the first transgender lawmaker elected in the state when she won a seat in…
Read MoreLGBTQ Issues Not Mentioned in Presidential Debates
Presidential debates, while filled with talk of policies and jabs against the opposing candidate, neglected to mention the words gay and lesbian, and also failed to discuss LGBTQ related issues. With only a brief mention from President Obama about “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” in the first debate, marriage equality, hate crime legislation, and equal employment opportunities…
Read MoreThere Is No Power But God, A Prayer
Receive these words and believe them for they are true… God is the only power in my life. Nothing from without can touch the perfect Life of God within. No past experience has power over me. I am a perfect child of God and nothing that anyone has ever done or said can interfere with…
Read MoreTelling Trans-Faith Stories
Becky Garrison talks about Trans-Faith Stories
Read MoreA New Brochure With Tips For Evangelism For Open And Affirming Churches
The United Church of Christ has published a helpful brochure and resource with tips for evangelism for open and affirming churches. When working with your church community: Know the people you’re addressing Be present, persistent, and patient Remember the power of personal evangelism Welcome the transgender community Create safe space for LGBT youth Advocate and…
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