We must move on and live the apology
I am gay and love my partner who is gay. In 1988 I remember the discussion that took place. At that time I was married with 2 young sons....
Call to put words into action
Dear United Church, I will accept your apology if you put your words into action by no longer allowing churches a choice of performing...
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...
From Robin
I am a celibate lesbian woman who has enjoyed ordained ministry in many settings — in rural and urban settings — in two Affirming...
Love, honour and respect
I wish I had known what I know today about LGBTQ2+ people. In 1988, I was too young to participate in the decision at my home church. I...
A letter to a lesbian who has come out…
[Shared with permission of Karen] #faith #lesbian #comingout #hope #supportive
Pat's Story*
Shared at a United Church event. Pat* is a minister and senior citizen. I just came out this weekend, here, after we voted to become...
Tara’s Story
“When I was a teenager, in 1998, I was at the United Church in rural Alberta*. I was struggling with homosexuality. That is what we were...
Josée's Story
I am from a small town and there were only two churches: Catholic and "Protestant". Being a francophone, I was automatically raised...