ONA Coalition
Joining the Justice 100 is simple. You can sign up to lead a team, rally your community, and help the ONA Coalition reach their goal. Or, if leading a team isn’t for you, you can simply make a donation to the cause! Every dollar raised will go directly toward making our church and world more just and inclusive for all people. Details in the article.
Learn more and sign up by visiting OpenandAffirming.org/Justice100.
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Registration for the 2024 National Gathering is NOW OPEN! Join them September 18-23, 2024 in Cincinnati, OH. You can register now at this link: 2024 ONA National Gathering Registration.
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We encourage churches to celebrate June (Pride Month) in ways that best suit the culture and climate of your congregation! Resources in this article.
And don't miss the next installment of the ONA Spring/Summer Webinar Series! Click the headline for the full list.
Read MoreSupport Space Sessions for Pastors and LGBTQ+ Licensed and ordained UCC Clergy
Are you looking to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and gain support in a safe and affirming space? The Open and Affirming Coalition is hosting virtual support groups specifically tailored for UCC clergy!
There are two separate groups:
Pastors of ONA churches (all sexual orientations and gender identities welcome)
Licensed and ordained UCC clergy who identify as LGBTQ+
These sessions offer a supportive environment for you to connect with others, share your journey (if you'd like!), or simply listen and learn from your peers. You're free to participate at your own comfort level, and the drop-in format allows you to join for the entire session or just a portion.
Participation is free, but donations are always appreciated!
Read MoreThe Spring and Summer ONA Webinar Series was just announced! One per month will be offered (February-July) with some classic webinars as well as some new ones to address what we've heard ONA churches say they need support with. Save money by purchasing the series pass or register for them a la carte. Church pricing (based on church size) and individually priced tickets available for both a la carte and series pass.
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“Our annual National Gathering is being planned for September 2024. Would you please take this two question survey to help us gauge interest in the event? That would greatly help us out while we plan. Thank you!”
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A conversation about how churches/clergy/family can understand and respond to bullying.
Join the discussion with Mitchel Leet (he/him) who is the Program Manager for Room for All (a faith-based LGBTQIA nonprofit equivalent to the Open and Affirming Coalition but serving the Reformed Church in America).
FREE but a $10 donation is suggested if you are able!
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Brian Buford has decades of experience as a university administrator, activist, consultant, and award winning former director of The LGBT Center at the University of Louisville. Join us in this virtual discussion as he shares ideas for how churches can support LGBTQ+SGL college students in today's difficult social and political climate.
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ONA 101 Webinar will be held twice in August by former Coalition ED, Rev. Andy!
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More resources for Pride Sunday, June 25 from our friends at The Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ.
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Pride Sunday is the last Sunday of June - June 25th this year. Get your worship resources now!
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From Open and Affirming Coalition, United Church of Christ:
With the lengthening night, Advent comes with hope. Our daily service Monday through Friday of Taizé Morning Prayer will celebrate the themes of Advent: hope, peace, joy and love. The 20-minute service begins at 9 am EST on Zoom and YouTube.
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ONA NEXT is a powerful webinar that shares best practices we’ve learned from thriving Open and Affirming churches, including tips on marketing, communication, ministry and advocacy. Learn how other ONA congregations are attracting new members, building relationships with their LGBTQ+ neighbors, and making a difference in their communities.
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The Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ has opened applications for a new Executive Director. The application deadline is Nov. 25. The start date is Dec. 19.
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