In the fall of 2011, at the urging of young adults, a dozen or so people gathered in Northern Indiana to reflect, discuss and discern a way forward following the events of the 2011 Annual Conference in Grand Rapids. The…
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A Response to the Standing Committee Statement Regarding Same Sex Weddings
A response from Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests, the Supportive Communities Network Steering Committee, Open Table Cooperative, Womaen’s Caucus, and the Executive Committee of On Earth Peace to the Standing Committee Statement regarding Same Sex Weddings: “To be afraid is to behave…
More Than Prayers
Friends, Together we mourn the horrific shooting at Pulse Latin night, the Orlando gay dance club. We offer support and love to our LGBTQ+ siblings in Christ in Orlando, around the country, and in the Church of the Brethren. But our tears, prayers, and love are not enough.…
OTC Annual Conference Plans
Spring is blossoming around us, and our thoughts turn toward the excitement of the summer. We want to let you know our plans for the months ahead and invite you to join us. Open Table Cooperative will be at the…
Gearing up for Tampa!
The Open Table Cooperative Board is preparing for Annual Conference in Tampa Bay, Florida, from July 11- 15, 2015. Conference organizers have put together what looks like a fun and spirit-filled gathering. While the Open Table community extends well beyond…
2014 Annual Conference Wrap-Up
“You who created and formed us, who carries and calls us, who brings to us and sings to us the song of life, give us the courage to breathe deeply, take in and offer out your music as Jesus did.…
Open Table Spring Update
Greetings Sisters and Brothers, I hope this letter finds you well! As spring begins to turn toward summer we are eagerly preparing for Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio July 2-6. While the work and ministry of Open Table extends well…
Annual Conference Wrap-Up
Open Table Cooperative kicked off Annual Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina with over 200 people gathered for a reception dinner. The love and energy in the room was overflowing with joy. The Holy Spirit was palpable as we greeted friends…
Progressive Guide To Annual Conference
The Progressive Guide to Annual Conference highlights insight sessions, meals and other events happening throughout conference that may speak to Progressive Brethren in a specific way. Download it, share it, email it! Progressive Guide to Annual Conference We’ll see you…
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