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On June 25, 1972, William (Bill) R. Johnson became the first openly gay person to be ordained to the Christian ministry in the UCC. This video tells the story of that landmark event and the process that made it possible. Great for Open and Affirming programs and groups exploring vocation and ordained ministry in the UCC. Includes brief study guide.

Have you been looking for an AIDS curriculum that deals forthrightly with the many complex issues that must be addressed to save lives? Look no further!

Affirming Persons—Saving Lives responds to the real concerns of real people facing the dangers of HIV transmission and AIDS. Designed for multi-cultural Christian education settings, this groundbreaking resource also can be adapted for use by health and human service institutions, schools, health department and community based organizations.

In age-appropriate, non-judgmental language, Affirming Persons-Saving Lives nurtures self-esteem and integrates these components for effective AIDS education:

• Christian values, Bible study, theological reflection and prayer;
• Complete, factual HIV transmission and prevention information;
• Skills for ethical decision-making and decision-keeping;
• Skills for effectively refusing unwanted invitations to sexual intercourse and drug use;
• Skills for HIV transmission risk assessment;
• Mission education for AIDS ministry.

Affirming Persons—Saving Lives was created by the HIV/AIDS Ministry Program of the United Church Board for Homeland Ministries. Experienced AIDS educators, Cynthia A. Bouman and the Rev. Bill Johnson, Ed.D., are the co-authors. The curriculum is available for just the cost of shipping ($12).

To learn more about this curriculum, visit http://www.ucc.org/health/hivaids/apsl/.

This video encourages dialogue as it introduces three persons through their own stories of faith and sexuality. It's designed to inspire viewers to think deeply about these stories, and their own story, in the light of faith. A brief study guide is provided for use with the video for small group discussion. Twenty-one minutes.

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.

This three-session study curriculum was written by youth in the Central Pacific Conference. It is designed as a study on sexual orientation for youth and parents, as well as other adults.

A feature-length documentary about Malcolm, a transgender man and his journey with faith, love and gender identity. Study materials, ordering and other information is available on the web at www.CallMeMalcolm.com or UC Resources.

This set of nine Bible study lesson plans and devotional resources enable congregations to rediscover the biblical basis for inclusion.

Congregations Discerning Their Response to Lesbian and Gay Christians

Mahan Siler

A small-group resource for congregational outreach to LGBT members as well as those outside the church.

An in depth Christian education study resource on marriage, including marriage equality for same gender loving couples.

To download a PDF of the God is Still Speaking About Marriage resource, please click here.

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.

This DVD resource is for individuals, congregations, and others groups engaging in the study of marriage equality as called for in the General Synod 25 resolution, “In support of marriage equality for all.” It includes the 45 minute General Synod floor debate on the resolution and is an excellent companion to “God Is Still Speaking about Marriage.”

This curriculum is designed as a study for youth groups and campus ministries about same-gender marriage. It can be done in one long session, or two shorter sessions.

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.