I am proud to say that, today, Church of the Village is a church where LGBTQ people can find refuge, instead of a church from…
I am so excited about our church leadership this year. And our new staff—Teresa and Elyse—wonderful! These ladies are truly amazing. Truly. I can’t wait…
Over the 4th of July holiday, I was with a family member who lives in Washington, D.C. I asked her what it was like in…
I remember that day in seminary well. I walked into the chapel for our midday worship, and by the end of the first hymn, tears…
A few weeks ago, at annual conference, we debated the resolutions promoting LGBTQ equality in the church. The speeches for and against these petitions are usually pretty predictable. The…
By Frank Schaefer When my son Tim was in high school, I received a phone call one day from a woman in the community. She…
This special Easter edition of We Did is a “He Did” story in honor of our late, great friend Rev. Richard S. Parker. As told by…
By Rev. Dr. Julie Faith Parker “Okay, I’ll officiate at your wedding again,” I told my lifelong friend Josephine—then added with mock seriousness, “But two’s…
By Rev. Stephen Heiss My daughter Nancy and the “love of her life” Kim were married in the eyes of God and their friends…
