Pride is a positive stance against discrimination and violence toward lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and gender-fluid people. Pride is also a chance to promote self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and fundamental human rights and to celebrate in a safe environment.
The Special General Conference of the United Methodist Church was held February 23 to 26 in St. Louis, Missouri. What transpired there made me angry. It made me weep. It inspired me to write a song. I’ll be sharing the scriptures and the Spirit behind our new original song, Heaven on Earth, which we’ll be debuting during the service.