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If you (or others you know) have ever wondered if the Open and Affirming movement matters, if it
makes any difference when it comes to sharing the good news of Christ or shaping the lives of
individuals and faith communities, this is a must-read! More than fifty UCC folks share how ONA
has blessed and challenged them and their settings in the UCC.
In response to the question, "Now that we're ONA, what do we do?" This seventy-five page
publication offers ideas about outreach, education, and celebration from ONA settings around the
country. Includes an extensive resource section.
A seven session study packet for use in local congregations. Prepared by the Open and Affirming
Task Team of the Massachusetts Conference, UCC, and the UCC Coalition. Materials on sexual
orientation, youth issues (video included), family and relationships, heterosexism/homophobia,
scriptural interpretation, the ONA process in the local church, and more. This packet includes both
the Bisexuality Pocket and the Transgender Pocket listed below.
Personal stories, articles, resources, etc. about transgender identities, experiences,
and Christian life. Order both the Transgender Pocket and Bisexuality Pocket for $11.00
A collection of personal stories, articles, resources etc. about bisexual identity, experience, and
Christian faith, developed with the help of BAMN!, the bisexual network within the United Church
of Christ.
Eight same-gender couples’ joyful, historic, legal marriages in faith communities in Massachusetts.
At least one person in each couple is a member of the UCC. The resource includes photos of the
couples and their reflections on marriage, with additional comments by officiants, family and
friends.
A packet of materials including theological background, five sample services, liturgical
resources, and “Personal Witnesses” by those who have been part of such services.
An embossed certificate to be presented to a couple at their covenant service.
Comes with envelope. (6½" high by 5" wide)
A Spirited, ecumenical collection of prayers, liturgies, blessings, music, essays, sermons, and
more, produced by the Welcoming Church Movement (programs like “Open and Affirming” in
various denominations). Includes a study guide and resource lists.
A resource designed for Christian clergy meeting with same-gender couples prior to a blessing or
marriage ceremony. This collection includes reflections of the meaning of covenantal relationship,
unique issues which arise when working with same-gender couples, questions to explore with
couples, and more. Contributors include the Rev. Yvette Flunder, Dr. Scott Haldeman, and the
Rev. Leanne Tigert.
A response to frequent questions about the meaning of being “affirming,” the resource provides
opportunity for seventeen lesbian, bisexual, and gay United Church of Christ members to speak
for themselves about what it means to be affirmed by local churches.
The Institute for
Welcoming Resources
This organization was created in 2002 by leaders of seven
denominationally-focused "welcoming" networks. The vision of
the IWR is to empower and resource the welcoming church movement.
www.welcomingresources.org
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