The Reconciling in Christ program does not seek special treatment for the LGBTQ community. However, we live in a time when the voices of fear are all that is heard. Lutherans Concerned North America in fact continues to learn of Lutheran churches that shun LGBTQ people. Sometimes their parents and family are even vilified and attacked by church members.

As a result, most LGBTQ folks assume they are not welcome in any church unless told otherwise. Reconciling in Christ seeks to make clear the policy of congregations that welcome all people as full members, regardless of their or their children’s sexual orientation.

At St. Paul’s the Reconciling in Christ committee leads educational forums in metro area congregations. Topics have included Biblical Perspectives on Sexuality, When Members of the Family are LGBTQ, History of Medical and Psychological Research on sexuality, and How St. Paul Lutheran Church became a Reconciling in Christ congregation.

The committee is available to lead sessions in area churches.