

An apology seems less important than the opportunity to share stories
I am lesbian. I am a Minister. I am new to The United Church. I am grateful for the decision of 1988 — as messy as it was at the time and...


Her daughter came out, then she was asked to leave
My wife and I were married 31 December 1988 by the female minister of my wife’s United Church (just northwest of Toronto). The minister...


I was there…
I don’t think there is “the Church” that can apologize for its members/adherents. The United Church is so diverse across and within...


I am moved to advocacy
As an ally, to hear the stories, stories that touch me, beyond the ‘head’, in my heart… I am moved to advocacy. I continue to realize...


Our Affirming story, by Comox United
The following is an outilne of the Affirming journey of Comox United Church, BC, generously shared with Iridesce. A short history… of the...


An interview with Tony
Tony is an gay activist and long-time active United Church member. Iridesce: Why were you interested to speak with me today? Tony: I...


Interview with Sue*
Iridesce sat with Sue (not her real name), for a discussion around gay and lesbian ordination in the United Church. Iridesce: Let’s jump...


Rev. Richard DeLorme's Story
I went back into the ministry in 1982 and was in Aylmer, Quebec. I was also president of Conference, and I went to the 1988 vote at...


God’s Love Was Meant for Me, by Read Sherman
In 1988 I was living in San Francisco and working. Having come out as a gay man in 1984, I was then beginning a long period of...


Love went out the window, by David C.
I was there in 1988 and I was dismayed/disgusted by the noxious things people on both sides said to people on the opposite side. Love...





