Leadership Transition at the Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ
We write today to share an important leadership transition within the Open and Affirming Coalition. Rev. Dr. Katrina Roseboro-Marsh has concluded her time…
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Announcing the Theme for the 2025 Open and Affirming National Gathering!
We are excited to share that the theme for our 2025 National Gathering is:Sacred Seen and Called: Living Our Truth, Embracing Our LightInspired…
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Beyond Visibility: A Collaborative Effort to Defend Transgender Lives – Register Now
On April 2, 2025, at 7 PM ET, a coalition of LGBTQ+ leaders and organizations will host a crucial conversation titled Beyond Visibility:…
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The Open and Affirming Coalition Stands with the Collective of Queer Christian Leaders
On this Ash Wednesday, the Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ is proud to stand with the Collective of…
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Registration Now Open for the 2025 National Gathering
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! July 9-10, 2025 | Kansas City Downtown Marriott | Kansas City, MOHeld Just Before the United Church of…
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Erasing Trans History: The Government’s Quiet Attack on Stonewall’s Legacy
The U.S. government has once again made it clear that they want to erase transgender and queer people from history. This time, they…
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2025 National Gathering of the Open and Affirming Coalition
With so much happening in the world—attacks on LGBTQ+ and trans rights, immigrants facing increasing criminalization, and marginalized communities under constant threat—now is…
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A Moral Imperative: Defending God’s People Against the Rising Wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ and Anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Attacks
In the face of injustice, the Gospel calls us to stand firm. In Matthew 25:40, Jesus reminds us, “Truly I tell you, just…
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Affirming Trans and Nonbinary Lives: A Call to Love, Justice, and Action
We See You. We Love You. We Affirm You. In a world where policies and rhetoric are increasingly aimed at erasing the existence…
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Watch: For Such a Time as This | A Prophetic Response to America’s Defining Moment
On January 20, 2025, the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump’s second term coincided with the annual commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King…
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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