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Stand firm in the name of the One you proclaim and create diverse communities of disciples and seekers, rejoicing in the continuing fulfillment of the call to this people to prophetically witness in the name of Jesus Christ. Doctrine & Covenants 161:6a
Establish signal communities of justice and peace that reflect the vision of Christ. Doctrine & Covenants 163:5a
Below is contact information and welcoming statements for Community of Christ congregations and ministries that have joined the Welcoming Community Network. These organizations have publicly declared themselves welcoming & affirming of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons and familiies, and that they are committed to including persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities into their whole life and leadership.
| Buffalo-Clarence Community of Christ | |
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5030 Thompson Road |
Coming soon! |
| Clearwater Community of Christ | |
1740 North Highland Avenue |
Who is welcome here ? If you are Asian, Hispanic, Black or White… You are welcome here! You are welcome here because you are a child of God. You are worthy of God's love and grace. By the grace of God, made known in Christ Jesus, NO THING that you have done, feel, are, believe or will do, can change that. We are committed to being a thoroughly loving and welcoming community of faith, centered in the Good News of Jesus Christ. We support the full participation of all persons in every phase of church life. Through education and informal discussion, we will strive to better understand those who are different from us, and to fulfill our mission of fostering peace and reconciliation for all people. Therefore, in faithfulness to the Gospel and our Community of Christ heritage, and to the best of our ability, we promise to provide programs, ministries and pastoral care to all who seek God in this place. |
| Cornerstone Community of Christ | |
1316 S. Osage St. |
We welcome ALL to our congregation and uphold the dignity and worth of all persons. We extend the love of Jesus Christ to everyone including those who are marginalized for any reason such as: age, race, gender, education, marital status, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, political viewpoint, immigration status, gender identity, disability, national origin or religious belief. |
| Fort Collins Community of Christ | |
220 East Oak Street |
We welcome ALL to our congregation and uphold the dignity and worth of all persons. We extend the love of Jesus Christ to everyone including those who are marginalized for any reason such as: age, race, gender, education, marital status, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, political viewpoint, immigration status, gender identity, disability, national origin or religious belief. |
| Lakeview Community of Christ | |
Meeting at: St. Paul's United Church of Christ |
Our mission: to celebrate the worth of all people and provide a safe and welcoming community that will encourage each individual's journey to connect with the Divine. |
| OnEdge Ministries | |
Chicago, IL |
A cell group-based congregation in Chicago for folks that struggle with the formalities of church. It's a church for folks that do not like church :-) Many people struggle to find relevance or authenticity in places traditional worship. Many people find church to be boring and predictable. Many people find themselves left out of the worship experience. This is not acceptable.... A new vision and approach is needed. Welcome to OnEdge Ministries!!!!! OnEdge Ministries is a Chicago-based ministry that focuses on our young adults (18-30). In OnEdge Ministries, all that we do (from our worship to get togethers) focus on the following:
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| Open Door Community of Christ | |
Laycock Street |
The Open Door, where you are accepted for who God created you to be... The Open Door is a rainforest of diversity, where our cultural, religious, and attitudinal differences give us colour and strength as we become interconnected in love for one another through Christ. The Open Door is for people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered. The Open Door is open to everyone. |
| St. Paul Community of Christ | |
2475 East Skillman Avenue North |
We welcome all without regard to race, sex, socio-economic status, age, mental or physical ability, marital status or sexual orientation. |
| Stonewall: An Open and Affirming Ministry of Norton Heights Community of Christ | |
436 South Norton Avenue |
Stonewall, a ministry of Norton Heights Community of Christ, seeks to provide a safe place to meet for worship, study and fellowship, welcoming all regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, socio-economic status, religious affiliation or family structure.” |
| The Place/H.A.R.T. Ministries | |
Meets at: |
The Place/H.A.R.T. (Healing And Restoring Together) Ministries is a safe, accepting community for all persons to find healing for body, mind, spirit, emotions, and relationships. We will intentionally reach out to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, diverse living situations, socioeconomic status, and those still struggling with addictive lifestyles. |
| Walnut Creek Community of Christ | |
1786 Second Avenue |
As faithful followers of Jesus Christ, we proclaim God's love and grace. We affirm the worth of all people and welcome you to a safe community of Joy, Hope, Love and Peace. We are a "Welcoming Community Network" congregation (LGBT Included). |
Previous congregations that had also declared themselves welcoming and affirming, but are no longer meeting or have changed direction:
- Basileia: An Open Door Community of Christ, Southern California
- Belmont Community of Christ, Belmont, CA
- Berkley Peace Center, Berkley, CA
- Disciples Community of Christ, Independence, MO
- Kansas City Peace Center, Kansas City, MO