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The Reformation Project is a Bible-based, Christian grassroots organization that works to promote inclusion of LGBTQ people by reforming church teaching on sexual orientation and gender identity. Our vision is of a global church that fully affirms LGBTQ people.

 

A Bible-Based, Gospel-Centered Approach to LGBTQ Inclusion

Advancing the Kingdom, Advancing Equality

The Reformation Project is a Bible-based, Christian grassroots organization that works to promote inclusion of LGBTQ people by reforming church teaching on sexual orientation and gender identity. We envision a global church that fully affirms LGBTQ people.

 
 
 

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Join us in wishing our amazing Programs and Organizing Director, Shae Washington, a happy birthday today! Shae will be facilitating the Academy for Racial Justice at our conference this October, and you don't want to miss this opportunity to learn from her. There's limited seating, so register before all the spots are taken: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/academy-for-racial-justice-2018-in-orlando-tickets-49147146438
Sponsoring a TRP national conference puts you at the heart of the movement—connecting your organization, seminary, church, or non-profit with people who will resonate with your work. Sponsorship spots are limited: https://give.reformationproject.org/campaign/sponsor-lgbtq-inclusion/c192639
We're pleased to share that registration for our 2018 Academy for Racial Justice is now open! Every year we host a daylong workshop aimed at introducing and furthering conversations around racial justice and it's intersections with LGBTQ inclusion. Seats are limited so register today! https://www.reformationproject.org/academyforracialjustice
A huge thank you to everyone who came to Elevating the Voices ATL last Friday. 120 people got to hear and engage with the powerful stories of LGBTQ POC Christians living in Atlanta. We're excited for the work this chapter is working on.
Tonight's the night! Don't miss Reformation Project ATL's first event ever, Elevating the Voices. This event is free and open to the public. We'll see you at 7 PM at @parkavebaptist Share this in your InstaStory and let people know that this event is happening!
This workshop, lead by some of our amazing TRP Leadership Development Cohort alumni, is designed for everyone, from participants who have never before heard the words “asexual” or “aromantic” to those who identify as ace/aro themselves. After introducing some terminology essential to conversations about asexual/aromantic identities, our panel of presenters will invite workshop participants to join in group conversation and learn alongside us. There will be opportunities to reflect, discuss, share experiences, and ask questions. Together, we will explore the intersection of ace/aro identities with Christian faith and consider ways to best support the asexual/aromantic individuals — who may face misunderstanding and marginalization even within LGBTQ+ spaces — in our communities. Join is in October for our Orlando conference. Get registered at http://ReformationProject.org/orlando
Thank you to Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary for sponsoring our 2018 conference! Rev. Dr. Cheryl Anderson, who is a professor there, will be teaching us about inclusive theology at the conference. Learn more about Garrett-Evangelical's LGBTQ-affirming programs here: https://www.garrett.edu (By the way there are only 3 sponsorship spots left! Go to http://give.reformationproject.org to learn how you can help make the TRP 2018 National Conference possible!)
Having conversations about our sexual and gender identities with our non-affirming family are some of the most painful ones a person can have. And while it is not our job as LGBTQ+ people to help our families in their process, many times we are the only ones around to even begin the process with them. Join lesbian Christian therapist, Candice Czubernat, for this workshop at our 2018 conference, which will focus on preparing your heart for those conversations, how to know if and when you’re ready and the best practices when engaging with your family. And follow more of her work @thechristiancloset
Thank you to Iliff School of Theology for sponsoring our 2018 conference! Check out their LGBTQ-affirming programs here: http://iliff.edu (By the way, we only have 3 sponsorship spots left. Go to http://give.reformationproject.org to learn more)
Here's another one of our fantastic workshops at the upcoming Reformation Project conference: Thoughts from the Therapist’s Notepad – Mental Health and the Queer Community, led by Rev. Jonathan Vanderbeck, a licensed social worker and resident psychotherapist. Addressing mental health needs is something that requires a great deal of sensitivity and training. However, clergy, teachers, lay-leaders, and chosen family are oftentimes on the front lines of dealing with individuals in crisis. As a licensed psychotherapist, ordained minister, and queer person, Rev. Jonathan Vanderbeck has spent a great deal of time working with mental health needs. This workshop, designed for clergy, faith leaders, and individuals working with LGBTQIA+ people, will give you a framework to help provide immediate care, address unique sensitivities, and understand some of the particular mental health struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. Get registered for the conference at https://reformationproject.org/orlando.
We're excited to begin announcing our workshops for our 2018 conference in Orlando! Here's one of the first ones: Understanding Human Sexuality through History & Bible Translations, led by Kathy Baldock, Executive Director of Canyonwalker Connections and TRP Board Chair. This workshop investigates the social and sexual roles of men and women focusing on the radical shift in roles and understanding of sexuality occurring between1860 and the 1920s. Baldock shares her findings from original research beginning with the 1946 RSV translation where the word “homosexual” was introduced for the first time in the Bible—in any language. Newly added research includes TLB, NIV and ESV translation notes. Using an easy-to-understand timeline approach, attendees look at key Bible passages, their meanings in ancient times, how they have been translated over time, and particularly over the past 75 years. Get registered over at https://reformationproject.org/orlando
Stories are powerful. Join us this Friday in #Atlanta for Elevating the Voices! A night of LGBTQ Christian storytelling. 7 PM at Park Ave Baptist Church. This event is FREE! Share this post and invite a friend.

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