Samantha Paige Davis, Associate for Race and Gender Justice with the Presbyterian Mission Agency presentsed our Pre-Assembly Workshop: What does God have to do with Inclusion?
Matthew 25 charges us to dismantle structural racism, build congregational vitality and eradicate systemic poverty. This work cannot truly be done without embracing inclusion. Deepen your knowledge on how and why we must build the loving and inclusive kin-dom of God. Deepen understanding around issues impacting LGBTQIA+ people. Leave with a (re)commitment to welcome, safety and love.
RESOURCES
LGBTQIA+ Deepening Our Understanding: A Resource In Transgender Identity
LGBTQIA+ Frequently Asked Questions
Questions for Discussion
How have we seen gender used to suggest superiority or inferiority?
How has the church/theology perpetuated homophobia/sexism?
How do we acknowledge the harm AND object to the harmful teachings?