Welcoming All Planning Committee Suggested Reading:
Committee
Do you wonder about the range of gender identity encompassed by the term LGBTQ+? Or the definition of the word cisgender? Or why it’s important for churches to consider adopting an Open and Affirming covenant?
The Open and Affirming Welcoming committee is in the process of scheduling speakers for the fall. These speakers will help clarify terminology and highlight the reasons why it’s important for people of faith to make this journey through the ONA process.
The following links offer food for thought, a sneaky reminder to save Saturday, September 14th for the Food for Thought Dinner.
Videos:
Beth Richardson from NH gives a Tedx Talk about being a parent of a transgender child. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsdlqYyYIu4
Paula Stone Williams beautifully expresses understanding. “I’ve Lived as a Man and a Woman-Here’s What I’ve Learned.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrYx7HaUlMY
Did you know that Camp Aranu’tiq in NH was the first summer camp established for transgender and non-binary/gender- nonconforming youth? https://www.camparanutiq.org/
Book List of informative books to read for more enlightenment:
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