“What I do know, beyond any reasonable doubt, is that we are a sanctuary people. We can make that claim. From the powerful efforts of our elders in the middle of the twentieth century through to our congregations and communities offering shelter to migrants today… These are times that will be defined by the continued and increased need for organizing, and a faithful commitment to mutual aid.” — Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt

Last week, our Board unanimously voted to adopt a share-the-plate model for #GivingTuesday 2024. We will donate 25 cents of every dollar donated via our GivingTuesday collection to the Pink Haven Coalition.

“The divine future breaks into the present with each thorny act of justice.” — Rev. Emilie Townes

Like laughter at a funeral, or wildflowers pushing through cracked pavement, outbreaks of celebration and justice-making continue amidst lament.