In Loving Memory of Rev. Derek Terry
Dear ONA Family, It is with the heaviest of hearts that we send out this announcement that our Executive Director, Rev. Derek A….
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Join the Editorial Team for a New LGBTQ+ Anthology
Help Preserve Our Stories The Open and Affirming Coalition is excited to begin work on a new anthology: Join the founding team creating…
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WHAT SUSTAINS YOU? GIVEOUTDAY 2026
Give Out Day Early Giving is Underway! Give Out Day is June 4, 2026 Click Here to Give Now! This year Give OUT…
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Open and Affirming Sunday— June 28, 2026 Worship guide, readings, sermon pathway, children’s moment & more!
Download a PDF Version here: Theme: We Shall Not Be Moved: Rooted in Love, Justice, and Affirmation by: Rev. Derek A. Terry, Acting…
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Webinar: The Sacredness is in the Streets
Strengthening Our Faith and Ourselves During Overlapping Crises Register Here In a time marked by overlapping crises, growing fear, and rising threats to…
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From the Streets to the Courts: Why We Must Keep Showing Up!
Dear Family, This past weekend I got on a plane Friday morning, flew to the Twin Cities, stood on the lawn of the…
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Faithful Witness in a No Kings Moment
Click here to pledge to participate as a public witness in a No Kings event on March 28, 2026. Over the past year,…
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Walk With Us: A Virtual Roundtable to Start your ONA Journey
Click Here to Register! A Supportive First Step for Churches Exploring the ONA Journey Walk With Us: A Roundtable to Start your ONA…
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Drag Queen Bible Study with Rev. Marge Erin Spread
Click Here to Register! What happens when Jesus crosses boundaries, tells the truth, and turns gossip into gospel? Join us for a one-night…
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Webinar: Strength in Our Stories: A Workshop for LGBTQIA+ Christians’ Spiritual Self-Care
Click here to register! Practicing Sacred Storytelling in a World That Tries to Erase Us In a world of systemic and intersectional injustice…
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.
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.
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