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Black History Prayer for Those of Us In the Margins

By pwsbuilder / February 17, 2017 / Comments Off on Black History Prayer for Those of Us In the Margins

For those whose families never healed Broken by water, whips, laws and cultural norms For those whose breasts unfed upon Mixed tears with milk at the memories of their babies sold. For those whose stripes were inflicted and celebrated By good Christians in white sheets For every boll gathered, every shoe cobbled or shined Every…

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10 Black Religious Leaders Advancing LGBTQ Justice

By pwsbuilder / February 28, 2014 /

As we near the end of Black History Month, we’re featuring ten lesbian, gay, transgender, same gender loving, and queer leaders (pictured clockwise) who are making history as they pave the way for the welcome and affirmation of all people across Christian traditions. 1. Archbishop Carl Bean Former Motown recording artist Archbishop Carl Bean has dedicated his…

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Happy LGBT History Month!

By pwsbuilder / October 1, 2013 /

October is designated as LGBT History Month. Although it feels like LGBT history is being made every day, it’s worth noting that we have only achieved the gains we have today because of the toil and effort of those who came before us. LGBT History Month is an opportunity to look at the people, places, and…

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