News from AllianceQ: Crossbeams March 2023
Sometimes old news is good news! Check out previous editions of Crossbeams here.
Intersectional solidarity and collective liberation: a reflection from Council Member Nadia Tavera
The Creating Change Conference was held in San Francisco, California, February 17-20. More than 3,000 attendants gathered in the Ohlone territory. There was a representation of people from all parts of the country and diverse backgrounds, united with one purpose: to keep building a future where everyone can be free to be their entire selves … Continue reading Intersectional solidarity and collective liberation: a reflection from Council Member Nadia Tavera
March 2023 Open & Affirming Anniversaries
Happy O&A birthday to these ministries with a March anniversary of living out a wide, radical welcome of all: Edmond Trinity Christian Church (Edmond, OK) 3/1/2013 United Congregational Christian Church of Lodi, CA 3/3/2016 Union Avenue Christian Church (St. Louis, MO) 3/6/2014 Milagro Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) (Pueblo, CO) 3/8/2015 First Christian Church of Janesville (Janesville, WI) 3/12/2007 Downtown … Continue reading March 2023 Open & Affirming Anniversaries
A more inclusive Women’s History Month
With a vision of Affirmation, Love, and Liberation for ALL, AllianceQ appreciates how GenderGP is celebrating all genders this Women’s History Month. GenderGP is an online health and wellbeing clinic which proudly serves transgender people of all ages across the world – and those who support them. The organization writes about intersectionality within the feminist … Continue reading A more inclusive Women’s History Month
Ashes Alive: Lenten devotionals written by LGBTQI+ Christians and their friends
Ashes Alive: Lent 2023 is the fifth in an ongoing devotional series written by LGBTQI+ Christians and their friends from all over the world, from a variety of religious and spiritual traditions, expressions, and points of view. AllianceQ Executive Director + Minister Rev. Melissa Guthrie writes about being a highly sensitive person and says she … Continue reading Ashes Alive: Lenten devotionals written by LGBTQI+ Christians and their friends
“Together Again” convocation brought AllianceQ and Gateway ONA together in person
After three years of virtual collaboration, the Together Again: Gateway Open & Affirming Convocation in St. Louis brought AllianceQ and Gateway ONA together in person! Gateway ONA (GONA) is a regional ministry of the UCC’s Open & Affirming Coalition. Among the gifts of our partnership, GONA has supported the Alliance by sharing profits from its … Continue reading “Together Again” convocation brought AllianceQ and Gateway ONA together in person
General Assembly Planning Team
With an emphasis on CONNECTION, AllianceQ is hosting several formal and informal activities at General Assembly and we need your help. General Assembly is July 29-August 1 in Louisville, KY. Sharing your interests with us is not binding. Let’s see how we can work together! Fill out this General Assembly Planning Team Interest Form Or … Continue reading General Assembly Planning Team
Arts Engagement at General Assembly: intersections with AllianceQ and Colors of Hope
AllianceQ is so excited for this year’s General Assembly and the ARTS ENGAGEMENT that is unfolding. What is art? Are you an artist? In this conversation between our General Minister and President Rev. Terri Hord Owens and Rev. Tyler Heston, Tyler suggests that each of us is an artist and we can be immersed in … Continue reading Arts Engagement at General Assembly: intersections with AllianceQ and Colors of Hope
AllianceQ echoes UCC’s commitment to love and justice in action amidst anti-LGBTQ bills
Anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ legislation across the country is threatening individuals, families and our faith communities. AllianceQ echoes the UCC’s commitment to love and justice in action amidst anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ legislation. We urge the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) to join us in condemning hate and discrimination — and embodying our faith. This year marks … Continue reading AllianceQ echoes UCC’s commitment to love and justice in action amidst anti-LGBTQ bills