Dear Hope Church Friends and Family,Part of creating meaningful relationships is holding space for each other's feelings, reactions, and thoughts. As a congregation we care deeply about the rights of all LGBTQ+ people as a starting point. It does not end there, as we are clearly called by Jesus' words in Matthew 25 to care for all marginalized people. The policies (not yet enacted, but) promised b...

Seeking to avoid platitudes, I just want you all to know that our congregation, our faith community, will not change our values and actions. We'll continue to be a place for those who are cast out, and together we'll work toward justice and mercy: God's kin-dom on earth as it is in heaven.I am going to a funeral this morning, and will be back at the church by 1:00pm and stay until at least 7:00pm....