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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Why Jason Collins Mattered to Me
by: Rev. Derek A. Terry The death of Jason Collins hit me harder than I expected. Maybe it is because I am a…
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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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Trans Day of Visibility: A Dangerous Supreme Court Ruling, A Faithful Response
Today is Transgender Day of Visibility. And today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down protections meant to shield LGBTQ+ youth from conversion therapy….
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Love without Fear
Click here to complete a form to submit your photos and stories. Click here to donate to this campaign to help us equip…
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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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A Time to Gather: ONA Support Virtual Space
Supporting LGBTQ+ Communities Under Pressure Click here to Register Yesterday, the Pride flag was removed from the Stonewall National Monument in New York…
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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