As you probably know the Fall Progressive Gathering will be in Fort Wayne Indiana at the Beacon Height’s Church of the Brethren, November 15 – 17. Each year this gathering of progressives from around the country is an amazing time of worship, learning, and community. This year Sharon Groves, director of the Religion and Faith Program for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), will be the featured preacher and presenter. Dr. Groves has a rich background that includes teaching, writing, advocacy and social service. Prior to her work at HRC, she served as the managing editor of the Journal of Feminist Studies and taught at the University of Maryland. At HRC, Sharon works to resource and engage faith communities across all denominations and faith traditions in the work of LGBT equality. Outside of work, Sharon is a lay leader at All Soul Church in Washington, DC and is a passionate advocate for racial justice, community voting rights and neighborhood outreach. This years gathering is going to be rich with resources to equip our lives and our congregations.The early registration deadline is this Sunday, October 27. The early registration price of $125 for the full weekend includes all food, workshops and worship services along with a showing of the film Love Free, or Die. The film documents the life and experience of the Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay priest to be ordained a bishop in any major Christian denomination. An ecumenical panel featuring local pastors will follow the screening.
Open Table is eager to share a meal with you, hear your stories and join together in worship. I encourage you to make plans to join us at the Beacon Height’s church November 15-17. Registrationand more information are available on the Progressive Brethren website.
Peace,
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