Searching for a Sanctuary, a Place to be Yourself?

The following opportunities may be of particular interest to those in the LGBT community:

THE GAY-LESBIAN-STRAIGHT AFFIRMATION (GLSA) GROUP

Westminster's GLSA Group advocates for a safe and affirming environment for all people – a rainbow sanctuary for the storms of life.  With a focus on accepting, respecting, and embracing each other’s differences, the GLSA group gathers to share thoughts and feelings about inclusivity, and plan education and advocacy events.  The group usually meets the second Sunday of the month following the second worship service for a potluck lunch and discussion.

Events sponsored by the GLSA group have included workshops featuring nationally known leaders such as the the Rev. Jack Rogers, Rev. Jane Spahr and Chris Glaser, a free showing of the critically acclaimed movies "For the Bible Tells Me So" and "The Times of Harvey Milk," classes on gay/lesbian concerns, biblical interpretation and transgender issues.  The group also sponsored the production of a video, “Called by God, Denied by Us,” which takes an in-depth look at the controversy surrounding full inclusion of gay and lesbian individuals in the life of the church.  For more information about the GLSA group, click here to e-mail Jan.

“GOD OUTSIDE THE BOX” SMALL GROUP

Meeting twice a month on Tuesday evenings, this discussion group explores deep questions of life and expanded concepts of God.

WESTMINSTER LIBRARY

The Westminster Library, located on the lower level of the church, is open when ever the building is open Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday & Sunday mornings.  Come in, read, browse or check out material. Use the Library's computerized cataloging system to find books on any given subject.

LINKS OF INTEREST

Follow these links for more information about inclusivity in our denomination:

COVENANT NETWORK OF PRESBYTERIANS

THAT ALL MAY FREELY SERVE

“We welcome all persons as participants in our congregation, regardless of age, race, gender, marital status, physical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic background, economic status, or any other human condition.”

Westminster Presbyterian Church Inclusivity Statement