Honoring Donna Enberg: A Legacy of Inclusion and Justice
The Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ offers our deepest sympathies to the Rev. Ann B. Day and all…
ON GIVING TUESDAY HELP US CELEBRATE ONE OF OUR NEWEST OPEN AND AFFIRMING CHURCHES!
Welcoming Faith UCC: A New Light in the Open and Affirming Movement We are delighted to welcome Faith United Church of Christ in…
Join a Virtual Global Community for Prayer and Fellowship
Daily Taizé prayer: a spiritual practice for Advent Since the COVID outbreak in 2020, the Open and Affirming Coalition has offered a daily contemplative service of Morning Prayer with…
Perfect Love Drives Out Fear: Standing in Solidarity on World AIDS Day
As followers of Christ, we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves. On World AIDS Day, we stand in solidarity with all…
From Thanksgiving Gratitude to Advent Hope: Preparing Our Hearts for the Season Ahead
As we move through the days after Thanksgiving, many of us are still reflecting on moments shared around tables, on couches, or even…
Dr. Katrina Preaches at David’s United Church of Christ in Canal Winchester, Ohio
Here is a video of a full worship service where coalition executive director Rev. Dr. Katrina Roseboro-Marsh preached at David’s United Church of…
It’s Not About Bathrooms: Why ONA Churches Must Be Bold Advocates
When a church adopts an ONA covenant, it’s more than a statement—it’s a promise to affirm, celebrate, and advocate for LGBTQ+ people in all their identities. It’s a call to be a brave space where people are not just safe but empowered to live fully and authentically.
A Call to Courage: Standing Boldly with Our Trans Siblings on Transgender Day of Remembrance/Resilience
by: Rev. Derek Terry, Program Director- Open and Affirming Coalition On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the at least 30 transgender…
Love in Action: Our Call to Prepare for 2025
Click here to donate to Justice 100 (our end of the year fundraising campaign) or find out how to start a team and…
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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