Read this important guide from the Human Rights Campaign on more than 30 bills across the country that under the guise of “religious freedom” will allow private business owners and landlords to disregard laws protecting LGBT Americans from discrimination. While marriage equality is likely to become a legal right in all states, the opposition is organizing for their “Plan B”: laws that would nullify existing legal protections and undermine the right to marry. Contact the Coalition at ona@openandaffirming.org for ideas on what your ONA church can do, and follow these links to learn more.
HRC report
Coalition information page on religious refusal laws
The Open and Affirming Coalition advocates for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community in the United Church of Christ and beyond, and equips UCC congregations to become effective witnesses to Christ’s extravagant welcome.