... and mobilise around these demands and call on all South Africans to support all actions in this regard over the coming weeks and months.
For more information please contact:
Emily Craven – JWG – 011 ...
... and support . Prioritizing our response is critical in managing our resources and responding to cries for justice around the world.
Criteria for Potential for Success:
Assessment is key - need ...
... Reverend Elder Diane Fisher and I have been in conversation, and she is committed to support ing you well during this transition. She will suggest options for an interim pastorate or other arrangements ...
... In Uganda, tensions are running high as Pastor Martin Ssempa continues to organise a "million-man" march on 17 February in support of the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, a bill proposing harsh sentencing, including ...
... the church has given at least some support to the oppressed, in the case of homosexual persons, the church has been the leader in the oppression4. I confess this sin on behalf of my church - the Methodist ...
... he wrote the article “Call me names, but Gay is not ok” in which he among other things expressed support for Robert Mugabe’s brutal and oppressive treatment of LGBTI people in Zimbabwe. ...
... ways around the world, especially in support of LGBTQI struggles.
Come learn why the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches is known as “The Human Rights Church” in many countries. ...
Moderator of Metropolitan Community Churches Calls for Prayer and Letters of Support for Malawian Gay Couple Arrested for Engagement Ceremony “God has sent me to proclaim freedom ...
... by the State.
Chaos erupted at court when support ers of the accused arrive in great numbers together with activists support ing the Nkonyana family. Lara received a threatening call telling her “not ...
... and Pastoral Anniversaries Resources
Justice and Social Action
MCC Corpus Christi (Texas) is beginning a monthly transgender support group.
At their OutFest on 11 July MCC ...
... Ministry Ideas to Use
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Rev. Roland Stringfellow was quoted in an Associated Press article ...
... to
March with us
Mobilise your constituencies and networks to join the march
Bring your organisations’ banner to the march
Should you wish to support us though financial contributions ...
... MCC was there! Over 600 people came out to march in support of the LGBT community. Despite 100 protestors lining the route, the march was uneventful. Rev. Randy Besta was interviewed by Fox ...
... for a $100 (USD) donation you could select one of the show tunes to be sung! The money went to support their Pride activities.
MCC of East London (England) was founded on Pentecost 18 ...
The international movement of Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC) today affirmed its support of its sister denomination in Christ, the Episcopal Church in America, in lifting the de facto moratorium ...
... to build a Habitat for Humanity House. At King of Peace MCC (St. Petersburg, Florida) they have just completed a campaign to support Heifer International by purchasing various animals ...
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Rev. Chris Dowd is the new Free Church Chaplain at Aston ...
... emcee the event.
Spirit of Life (New Port Ritchey, Florida) hosts Bipolar support meetings in addition to regular AA meetings.
Underwritten by individual contributions, MCC Cares ...
... help and support during this process.
Walkies
The monthly dog walks have resumed at MCC Newcastle. No dog? You are still welcome to join in the fun.
Please contact Rev Cecilia ...
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Rev. Elder Don Eastman is featured in an episode of Sharing the Light discussing the integration of sexuality ...
... support needed for LGBTQ runaway and homeless youth in the city which birthed the modern international queer rights movement. Sylvia's Place was founded as a legacy to "Mama" Sylvia Rivera, a ...
The Joint Working Group is deeply concerned to discover that the South African government has not only support ed but indeed acted as spokesperson for a demand to remove references to sexual orientation ...
... A friend was facing a double mastectomy and he was looking for a way to support , comfort and protect her. Coming across information on prayer shawls he decided to make one for her and one for her partner. ...
... Support ing One Another
Youth Mission Trip in June
Small Church Initiative
ICM Argentinia
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... Gunther Dippenaar, Cape Town Pride
The proceeds from Toscano’s performance were donated to support the ongoing work of Gender Dynamix and Good Hope Metropolitan Community Church. Both organisations ...
Greetings!
Welcome to the first issue of Reach for 2009. Thank you for all of your support and for sharing the messages of this publication with your congregations, families and friends. ...
... providing universal access by all people to treatment, care, support , and prevention services by 2010. The theme "Stop AIDS: Keep the Promise" will continue until 2010, with sub-themes chosen ...
... above City Hall and the Mayor opened the day with a support ive speech. This was followed by Fun Day, a festival complete with rides.
All God's Children MCC (Minneapolis, Minnesota) gathered ...
... to use
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AIDS Memorial
REVM in Australia
Special Needs Assessment
Celebrating Forty Years of Faith, Hope and Love
Spotlight on ...
... friend to talk. Teish's mother, accepting and support ive, is now struggling to have her child's murder classified as a hate crime. Tennessee's hate crimes law does not specifically address gender ...
... Elder Garner has a long and distinguished history of service within Metropolitan Community Churches and enjoys the full, enthusiastic and unanimous support and trust of the MCC Board of Elders." ...
... They hosted a Beach Blanket Bingo to raise money for Affirm, which is a support group for gays under the age of 20.
Louvenia Watkins is leading the collection of soda can pull tabs for the Ronald ...
... Churches and Leaders
Children, Youth and Young Adults
Creative Ministry Ideas to use
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Seminary Lectures in the Philippines
Reaching out in amazing ...
... in the communities they serve, particularly in township, rural and under-resourced communities.
We support the advocacy and activist work of human rights defenders within organized religion to end the ...
... of MCC's founding, local congregations around the world join together to receive a special offering to support the important work of MCC's Strategic Plan and our "Tearing Down Walls, Building Up Hope" ...
... communities and their means of support .
In the midst of the chaos, an Anglican priest and a Muslim cleric in Lagos have called on the National Assembly to "ban homosexuality," claiming the federal legal ...
... Graduates
Children, Youth & Young Adults
MCC Youth Mission Trip Fundraising
More Cruises
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Breaking News Rev. Elder Jeri Ann Harvey Remembered ...
... because of gender identity and sexual orientation to find the safety and support necessary to grow up; for transgender people to find the inspiration to carry on the legacy of leading the way in battles ...
... and others in the safety of a support ive community. We strive to live out a message that rejects the idea that any are excluded from the family of God. Build bridges that Liberate and Unite At MCC, ...
... A portion of the sales support ed the church's activities during July's Pride events. Cape Town, South Africa, celebrates Pride in February and March. Good Hope MCC had a float in the parade proclaiming ...
... and saves her people from destruction by coming out as Jewish to her husband, the king. The other is Ruth, which tells the story of two women who love and support one another through difficult times. ...
... support organisation) will participate from the floor.
Rampant: How a City Stopped a Plague CT Wed 17 Sept 7pm
Vanessa ...
... is a love story where a surfer, artist and dedicated uncle finally takes a stand for himself, support ed by the courage from a new, unexpected love. Breakfast with Scot continues the theme of finding ...
... of healing and justice in the global effort to end new HIV infections, support people living with HIV/AIDS, and develop spiritual models of healing and awareness for all who are impacted by this pandemic. ...
... are rising up for justice and hope, and we need to be with them! A recent poll showed that 70% of Jamaicans do not support gay rights and it's worth noting that this reflects progress! Three years ...
... MCC Sydney (Australia) joined in a community vigil following vicious homophobic attacks on Oxford Street. The Lord Mayor and Police Minister support ed the vigil. The Center for the Healing of Racism presented ...
... Ideas You Can Use! News From MCC's Ministry In Brazil MCC Transitions Support ing One Another But first, a couple of Notes! Here are a couple of timely notes about MCC's "Around The Fellowship" ...
... couples came before the Oregon legislature, Rev. Wes Mullins, Assistant Pastor of MCC Portland (Oregon) was at the Capitol with other clergy who support ed the bills. He was quoted in The Oregonian as saying, ...
... meeting to draw attention to the plight of lesbian, gay and transgender people in Uganda in the context of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The Ugandan government criminalises homosexuality and refuses to support ...
... often leads to acts of hate and violence towards LGBTI persons. Gay and lesbian people support these establishments with our presence and money; if these businesses are perpetuating destructive cycles ...
Meeting at 111 Chamberlain Street, Woodstock on Wednesday 14Â November 2007 at 18:00 Â Calling gay and lesbian Methodists who have experienced prejudice and exclusion to share some of their experience ...
... toys are only a dream. Thank you for your support in making that special moment possible. This year, Good Hope MCC would like to make the event a little more special by having a Santa, Christmas Tree ...
... crimes and violence, and to actively support programmes of activism and public education. You ar invited to the Launch of the 07-07-07 Campaign in the Western Cape: Sunday, 3 February 2008, 15h00 at the ...
