Storyteller—Rev. Kevin Yell

This month’s storyteller—Alison Killeen—will share perspectives on how being queer has affected their relationship with faith, the Bible, church, God, and themselves. They will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis!

Refreshments will be provided.

Childcare available by request at least one week in advance.

This month’s storyteller—Adhamh Hoetzel (he/him)—will share perspectives on how being queer has affected his relationship with faith, the Bible, church, God, and himself. He will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis!

Refreshments will be provided.

Childcare available by request at least one week in advance.

This is a fun opportunity to be an affirming faith community within a space full of LGBTQIA+ joy. Some of our newer members found us at PRIDE! With the targeting of trans and nonbinary folks in our country, now is the time to celebrate queerness and remind people that God's love is much bigger than the gender binary. We will have a button maker for folks to make their own pronoun pins or button designs of any kind, as well as stickers, temporary tattoos, and information about Spirit of Grace and Queer Grace.
 
Please consider spending an hour or two at the booth this year! We could really use some help in the later part of the day. Remember to wear your Spirit of Grace T-shirt if you have one! Sign up here!

This month’s storyteller—Dr. Abby Mulcahy (none/all)—will share on the intersections between sexual orientation, gender identity, God, and faith. They will then be joined by a conversation partner, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis!

Refreshments will be provided.

Childcare available by request at least one week in advance.

RSVPs to PastorRobyn@spiritofgracepdx.org are appreciated but not required.

This month’s storyteller—Sam Julian Gage (they/them)—will share about their gender journey and its intersection with chronic illness, disability identity, and spirituality. They will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! Refreshments will be provided. Childcare available by request at least one week in advance. RSVPs to PastorRobyn@spiritofgracepdx.org are appreciated but not required.

This month’s storyteller— Haven Wetmore (he/they)—will speak about their experience as a queer internationalist activist, and the relationship between the liberation of queer people and the fight to end injustice against migrants and other oppressed people. He will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session.

All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! Refreshments and childcare will be provided.

RSVPs to PastorRobyn@spiritofgracepdx.org are appreciated, but not required.

This month’s storyteller— Deacon Bonnie—will share her story of place and healing from religious trauma. She will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis. Refreshments and childcare will be provided. RSVPs to Pastor Robyn are appreciated but not required.

Facilitated by palliative care chaplain Kaitlin Pabo-Eulberg, learn more about preparing for your future healthcare and life decisions. This is especially vital work for people who are marginalized by healthcare institutions, but advance care planning empowers all folks to explicitly state their wishes regarding end-of-life care to ensure their trusted people can make decisions on their behalf in the event of a crisis or health change. 

Storytellers: Lisa & Lige Armstrong

Join us for Queer Grace and a Dance Party. This month’s storyteller celebrates 35 years of ordained ministry this year. Pastor Janet Parker (she/her) will reflect on her journey of self-acceptance and coming out as a lesbian woman in ministry. She will then be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session. Queer Grace will begin at 7:00 pm, followed by the dance party at 8:30. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required.

Our September storyteller—Deacon Bonnie— will share her story of place and healing from religious trauma. She will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required.

Our July storyteller—Kate Bernklau Halvor— will share their journey of self-discovery around asexuality, aromanticism, gender, and neurodivergence while growing up in a supportive family and faith community. Kate will then be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required.

This month’s storyteller— Kelsey Khaw— will share her perspectives on how being queer has affected her relationship with faith, the Bible, church, God, and being a parent. She will be joined by a panel of queer conversation partners, followed by a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! Refreshments will be provided.

A dance party will follow from 8:30-9:30 pm.

RSVPs to PastorRobyn@spiritofgracepdx.org are appreciated but not required.

Queer Grace is going on a field trip! Join us for Drag Church-Portland! A church service like none you’ve seen before featuring Faithful&Fabulous Minister Bené Diction, drag singer Flamy Grant, and folk duo Story & Tune for a truly religious experience! Ready yourself to walk the Runway of the Spirit! Drag, sequins, & your sartorial panaché encouraged. Admission is free (an offering will be collected). Thanks to MCC-Portland & Saint Paul Lutheran Church for hosting this queer GLITTURGY of joy! Questions? Contact event organizer John at Brett-john@sfnightministry.org.

Our March storyteller— David Stevens (he/they)— will share his experience with queerness and faith as it relates to trauma within the institutional church. From 7-8:30 pm David will share their story and then be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session.

A dance party will follow from 8:30-9:30.

Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! 

RSVPs are appreciated, but not required.

This month’s storyteller— Steph Coren— will share her experience being a queer person of faith. Steph will then be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session. All are welcome whether you are queer or straight/cis! Refreshments will be provided.

RSVPs to PastorRobyn@spiritofgracepdx.org are appreciated but not required.

In honor of the 25th anniversary of her ordination, Pastor Robyn will reflect upon her journey as a pastor and what that means in light of the current movement for a more inclusive church and world. She will be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session.

Followed by a Queer/Ally dance party from 8:30-10 pm.

Our storyteller - Chaune (any pronouns) who most identifies with being genderfluid and pansexual, will share on themes of embracing queerness, sacred doubt, and cultivating their muchness as they seek to live a whole and authentic life. Chaune will be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session.

This month's storyteller - Amalia (they/them) - is aroace and agender and will share on themes of figuring out how to be a person who is asexual and aromantic. Amalia will be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session.

This month’s storyteller—Paxton Stewart—is a queer seminarian who will share perspectives on their faith as it relates to their sexuality and gender orientation. Paxton will be joined by a panel of LGBTQIA+ conversation partners before opening up to a Q&A session.

This month's storyteller—Ed V., a high school student in Hillsboro—will be reflecting on gender stereotypes and how they have affected his identity and self perception as a queer man.

This month’s storyteller will be Andrew Chang on “My Trinity”.

This month's storyteller will be Amber, a local high school student.

Marit Finkle, will share on “Pronouns and Stereotypes.” Marit is a retired US Army Command Sergeant Major, Project Manager, and business owner. Currently on the Reconcilingworks NW BOD and treasurer at Central Lutheran Portland, Marit resides in Prineville, Oregon and anywhere Marit's trailer can go.

Chris Braue & Jane Kennedy

Storyteller: Daniel Sartin

Storyteller: Rachel Miller, a bisexual, polyamorous seminarian.

Storyteller: Rev. Brett Pinder, a gay Methodist pastor of a Lutheran church.

Storyteller: Hezzie, will share their perspectives as a queer, gender-fluid, high school student.