Happy Thanksgiving!
On this Thanksgiving Day, I want to take a moment to speak directly to the heart of our community. Today is a day…
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Our End-of-Year Letter to the Open and Affirming Movement
Back in July, while many of us were at the United Church of Christ’s General Synod in Kansas City, Missouri, I delivered a…
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Fuel the Work of Love and Liberation
Click here to Become a Monthly Sustainer! Right now, as hatred and fear rise, the Open and Affirming Coalition continues to stand firm…
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Help Build a National Movement for Justice — Take the A.C.T OUT Survey Today
Across our nation, LGBTQ+ people are under attack. Trans and nonbinary youth are being targeted by cruel legislation. Inclusive books and curricula are…
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Today is National Coming Out Day — October 11, 2025
Today we honor the courage it takes to live openly and authentically—especially in a time when coming out can still be risky, and…
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Love Will Not Be Silenced: Standing With Our Trans Siblings in a Season of Fear
Currently, trans people in America are being targeted in ways that are both chilling and familiar. The current administration and its allies are…
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Check On Us: Why ONA Churches Must Be Brave Now More Than Ever
The past weeks have been heavy. The assassination of Charlie Kirk — a man whose career was built in part on demonizing LGBTQ+…
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The Open and Affirming Coalition Responds to Missouri and Federal Attacks on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Communities July 10, 2025- Public Witness
On July 10, 2025, during the 2025 National Gathering in Kansas City, Missouri, the Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of…
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40 Years of Open and Affirming: From Resolution to Revolution
40 Years of Open and Affirming: From Resolution to Revolution This week, we gathered in Kansas City for General Synod 35 and the…
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Sign up to A.C.T Out!
From Outrage to Action: Join the A.C.T OUT Initiative Click here to sign up for more information! At this year’s National Gathering, Rev….
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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