Working towards An Open and Affirming Church Welcoming and celebrating the gifts of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people. The Open and Affirming Project is an invitation to live out the mission of the Church as a welcoming community with specific recognition of the gifts brought by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people, same-sex relationships and rainbow families. The Project is a step by step process developed in local congregations to demonstrate how Churches can intentionally live out their welcome, in all areas of their life and mission. As a Church Council discusses whether to become an Open and Affirming Congregation resources are available for their … Continue reading Open and Affirming Project