Reconciling Works

November 20th is set aside each year as the International Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day to remember those who have been killed as the result of ignorance and transphobia — hatred, fear, or misunderstanding of those who are gender non-conforming that resulted in fatal violence.  It is a day set aside to call attention […]

As you are probably already aware, LC/NA has been down a staff person since May 2011. Our work continues to grow and so must our staff and volunteer base in order to meet the many opportunities and needs already presented. We are ready to bring on a new Grassroots Organizing and Training Coordinator, but must […]

The third annual “Give to the Max Day” is just around the corner.  Last year, we were able to raise over $14,600 plus $7,000 in matching donations. This year we’ve secured $10,000 in matching funds and have a goal of $20,000+ from individual donations on Give to the Max day! GiveMN.org’s Give to the Max Day amplifies your […]

The Religious Institute is seeking the endorsement of rostered leaders from a wide range of faith communities, joining in a call for comprehensive sexuality education, sexual and reproductive health, and the full inclusion of women and LGBT persons in religious communities and society at large.   The document in question is the Religious Declaration on […]

Today, October 17, 900 members of the United Methodist Church (UMC) from congregations in New York State and southern Connecticut announced that they intend to make weddings available to same-gender couples who meet the legal requirements for marriage.  In their announcement, they said marriage will be available to all, gay or straight, despite the discrimination […]

Learn more about marriage matters Freedom to Marry. Love + Commitment = Marriage. Freedom to Marry has a wonderful, interactive map on its home page from which you can find up-to-date information about the movement for marriage equality in each state. Also, see “Talking Talking About Marriage Equality.” Movement Advancement Project provides a number of […]

These Lutheran denominations allow for marriages of same-gender couples to be performed:

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC)
Church of Sweden

One of the lessons learned from the “No On Prop 8” campaign in California is the importance of sharing with others about marriage–especially, about why marriage matters to you, either as an LGBT person or a straight ally. Researchers of the campaign discovered that many of those who voted Yes (thus banning same-gender marriage in […]

Here’s a message from our friends at the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD). Go purple! ———————- Go Purple on Spirit Day – Oct 20, 2011 We need you and your congregation’s help to end bullying and support LGBT youth! On October 20, millions of Americans will wear purple to symbolize their support for […]

Faith-Based Strategic Storytelling for the Minnesota Marriage Moment – Nov. 7, 2011 Repeated statistics from other efforts to defeat anti-gay marriage constitutional amendments show that the most successful and compelling method for changes hearts and minds on this issue is to engage people we already know, at least as acquaintances, with our stories of why […]