Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Holy Cross Lutheran Church (Herndon, VA).
Their welcome statement reads:
“Holy Cross Lutheran Church joyfully affirms and celebrates that every person is abeloved child of God. We welcome all who are seeking God’s boundless love and sustaining grace into full community with us at Holy Cross. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we commit ourselves to breaking down barriers and systems that divide God’s children, working to be a space committed to racial equity and justice for God’s people, and to building a community where all are recognized as part of Christ’s new creation.
In that light:We welcome you, and you are safe with us…
Whatever your race, ethnicity, or heritage;
Whatever your relationship status;
We welcome you, and you are safe with us…Whatever your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or gender expression;
Whatever your socio-economic status;
We welcome you, and you are safe with us…
Whatever your age and life circumstance;
Whatever your physical and mental ability.
You are a beloved child of God, you are valued, and you are welcome here.“
Learn more about Holy Cross Lutheran Church at: https://www.holycrosslutheranchurch.net