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# Minnesota Reconciling Congregations of the United Methodist Church

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- [Home](https://www.mnrcumc.org/) - www.mnrcumc.org Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Find a Reconciling Congregation Become a Reconciling Congregation Reconciling Ministries Network Donate to Minnesota Reconciling Congregations All are Welcome Here, No Exceptions Find a Reconciling Congregation near you in our directory News & Highlights Social Justice Fair, Sept. 9 @ Cross Winds UMC The first Social Justice Fair is a gathering
- [New City](https://www.mnrcumc.org/new-city/) - New City Church grownewcity.church Statement of Reconciliation Sunday Morning Worship Service Worship: 11:30 am New City Church 3104 16th Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55407 Phone: 952-474-4114 Email: hello@grownewcity.church Pastor Jenaba Waggy
- [Hennepin](https://www.mnrcumc.org/hennepin/) - Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church www.hennepinchurch.org Statement of Reconciliation By declaring ourselves to be a reconciling congregation, Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church joins many other United Methodist Churches in inviting the full participation of all persons including lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. We believe that prejudice, hatred, or discrimination directed toward any individual or
- [ChristMaplewood](https://www.mnrcumc.org/christmaplewood/) - Christ Unted Methodist Church – Maplewood Statement of Reconciliation Following Jesus Christ’s example, Christ United Methodist Church welcomes everyone to fully participate in all of the ministries of our church. We value diversity and recognize the sacred worth of all persons regardless of beliefs or characteristics that could divide us. We open out hearts and
- [Bethel UMC](https://www.mnrcumc.org/mound/) - Bethel United Methodist Church www.bethelofmound.org Statement of Reconciliation Bethel is moving towards becoming a Reconciling Congregation. This means that we are actively taking steps to be recognized as a fully inclusive church, a place of safety and affirmation for all who enter our doors. At a recent congregational vote, the following Welcoming Statement was voted
- [Centennial](https://www.mnrcumc.org/centennial/) - Centennial United Methodist Church www.centennialumc.org Statement of Reconciliation & Welcome Centennial United Methodist Church has a place for you. We believe God welcomes all people. We value diversity and recognize the sacred worth of each person, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental ability, economic means, marital status, education
- [Pride](https://www.mnrcumc.org/pride/) - OUTREACH www.tcpride.org Twin Cities Pride Twin Cities Pride is one of the largest Pride Celebrations in the United States. It represents a phenomenal outreach opportunity for our Minnesota Reconciling Congregations to show their support for the LGBTQ community With a Festival booth and our march unit, we share God’s love for all. 2026 Twin Cities
- [ResourceArchive](https://www.mnrcumc.org/resourcearchive/) - Resource Archive Here you can find past annual gatherings, presentations, and other useful resources. Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership! Panel discussion on how our clergy can be open about their wholeness as part of the LGBTQIA+ community and how your congregation can be prepared to welcome and integrate their beliefs
- [Event_2026SpringGathering](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2026springgathering/) - 2026 Spring Gathering April 18, 2026, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16150 Arcadia Ave SE, Prior Lake, MN Spring is in the air! That means that it's time for the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Annual Spring Gathering. The 2026 Gathering was hosted Holy Trinity United Methodist Church in Prior Lake. Our
- [Church Directory](https://www.mnrcumc.org/churches/) - FIND A RECONCILING CONGREGATION NEAR YOU, CLICK ON A CHURCH NAME www.mnrcumc.org Twin Cities Metro Area: Bethel UMC – Mound Centennial UMC – Roseville Centennial UMC – St Paul- St. Anthony Park Champlin UMC – Champlin Christ UMC – Maplewood Eden Prairie UMC – Eden Prairie Epworth UMC – Minneapolis Excelsior UMC – Excelsior Fairmount
- [Donate](https://www.mnrcumc.org/donate/) - Keep the Love Going Donate to Minnesota Reconciling Congregations We appreciate your gifts in support of the ministry of Minnesota Reconciling Congregations. Your support strengthens outreach to those seeking a congregation that welcomes them as they are. Giving Online We offer online giving by PayPal or debit/credit card. DonateSend a Check by Mail You can
- [Event_2026WinterDigitalLearning](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2026winterdigitallearning/) - Winter Digital Learning Event "Gender Liberation is For Everyone: A Path Toward Stronger Allyship with LGBTQ+ Congregants" Thursday, February 26, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Neak Loucks & Charlie Curtis, members at First UMC of St. Cloud Region This presentation supports participants’ capacity for LGBTQ+-inclusive community building by offering a lens that breaks down hard and fast boundaries
- [RiverHills](https://www.mnrcumc.org/riverhills/) - River Hills United Methodist Church riverhillsumc.org Statement of Reconciliation We celebrate God’s gift of diversity and value the wholeness made possible in a community equally shared and shepherded by all. We believe that all of God’s children should be able to have full participation in the United Methodist Church. We welcome and affirm people of
- [Event_2025FallTraining](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2025falltraining/) - An MRC Learning Opportunity MedCity REFUGE – A Helping Hand in Rochester Nov. 1, 2025, 1 pm Christ United Methodist Church 400 5th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902 Event recording here 2025 is NOT a good year to be a trans person! Persons, especially young people, who are seeking gender affirming care are finding it more and
- [Glendale](https://www.mnrcumc.org/glendale/) - Glendale United Methodist Church https://www.gumc.church/ Statement of Reconciliation We celebrate God’s gift of diversity and value the wholeness made possible in community equally shared and shepherded by all. We welcome and affirm people of every gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, who are also of every age, race, ethnicity, physical and mental ability, level
- [Event_2025ColbyMartin](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2025colbymartin/) - Not An Oxymoron: Why LGBTQ Affirming Christianity Makes Sense October 20 at 7 p.m. Hennepin Ave UMC, 511 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis Sponsored by Hennepin Avenue UMC, Peace UMC and MN Reconciling Congregations Join us to hear author and pastor Colby Martin present "Not An Oxymoron: Why LGBTQ Affirming Christianity Makes Sense," a talk based
- [RMNConvo2025](https://www.mnrcumc.org/rmnconvo2025-2/) - A Report from Reconciling Ministries Network Convocation, July 24-27, 2025 “Uncharted: Becoming the Church We Need Right Now” by Judy Jerde, member of Faith UMC, St. Anthony and member of MN Reconciling Congregations Leadership Team Every two years, RMN gathers Reconciling United Methodists for Convocation or Convo. This year’s gathering was held at First UMC,
- [Journey](https://www.mnrcumc.org/journey/) - The Journey to Become a Reconciling Congregation Help from other Minnesota Reconciling Members Each Church will have a unique journey as they consider becoming a reconciling Congregation. We will help you develop a plan of action. Send us an email to get started. First Steps for Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Reconciling Process Resources – July 2025
- [Mankato](https://www.mnrcumc.org/mankato/) - Centenary United Methodist Church – Mankato www.mankatocentenary.org Statement of Reconciliation Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Centenary United Methodist Church believes that all people are children of God and that God loves us all equally. We accept as members of Centenary all persons who have been baptized and have taken the vows declaring their Christian
- [Fairmount](https://www.mnrcumc.org/fairmount/) - Fairmount Avenue United Methodist Church www.famumc.net Statement of Reconciliation Recognizing that we are all children of God and individuals of sacred worth, we welcome all God’s people. We are called to practice unconditional love, and therefore we accept all persons regardless of sexual orientation and gender identities. By declaring ourselves to be a Reconciling Congregation,
- [Lake](https://www.mnrcumc.org/lake/) - Lake Harriet United Methodist Church www.lakeharrietumc.org Statement of Reconciliation Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Welcome! Lake Harriet United Methodist Church welcomes people of all gender identities and sexual orientations to participate in the life and ministries of our church. We honor and celebrate the diversity of all people and their families through our advocacy,
- [Detroit Lakes UMC](https://www.mnrcumc.org/detroitlakes/) - Detroit Lakes United Methodist Church www.dlumc.org Statement of Reconciliation Detroit Lakes United Methodist Church supports the full inclusion of all persons. We welcome and affirm everyone regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, race, ethnicity, physical or mental ability, socio-economic status, or age. We open our hearts, minds, and doors to be a
- [Faith](https://www.mnrcumc.org/faith/) - Faith UMC – St Anthony www.faithumchurch.com Statement of Reconciliation Faith United Methodist Church is a Reconciling Congregation. We celebrate that we are all children of God, created by God with our many differences, and that all are welcome at God’s table. We affirm that God’s love is not limited by the boundaries of age, race, ethnicity,
- [The Well](https://www.mnrcumc.org/thewell/) - The Well https://thewellmn.church/ STATEMENT OF RECONCILIATION We are The Well. We believe that all people are children of God, unconditionally loved by our Creator regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, gender, race, socio-economic background, physical, mental and emotional ability, and sexual orientation. We are a community that celebrates LGBTQIA+ and straight marriages, welcomes LGBTQIA+ and
- [Prospect](https://www.mnrcumc.org/prospect/) - Prospect Park United Methodist Church www.prospectparkchurch.org Statement of Reconciliation We believe that the body and spirit of all persons are manifestations of God’s love; we strongly support the Statement of Social Principles of the United Methodist Church when it names all human beings as person of sacred worth and as it affirms human sexuality as
- [Wesley](https://www.mnrcumc.org/wesley/) - NEON Wesley Foundation at U of MN Twin Cities neontogether.org Statement of Reconciliation We, the United Methodist Wesley Foundation at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus Ministry, affirm ourselves to be a reconciling organization. We enforce the notion that in order to have true community, discipleship, and service oriented sense of justice; we must
- [Reconciling Ministry Network](https://www.mnrcumc.org/rmn/) - RECONCILING MINISTRIES NETWORK 201 W. Lake St., Suite 109 Chicago, IL 60606 773-736-5526 RMN Website Link Check out the RMN Facebook page Its Mission: Reconciling Ministries Network equips and mobilizes United Methodists of all sexual orientations and gender identities to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves. Its Vision: Reconciling Ministries
- [Event_2025SpringGathering](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2025springgathering/) - Eden Prairie United Methodist Church April 5, 2025, 11:30 am Watch a recording of the presentation here. You are invited to the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering at Eden Prairie UMC on Saturday, April 5th from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Now is the time to promote the gathering and to invite others to attend!
- [Event_WFCelebration2025](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_wfcelebration2025/) - Thursday, May 1 • 6-8 PM • Good Samaritan UMC The Wesley Foundation invites you to our annual dinner to celebrate the stories, students, and supporters who make Neon—our campus ministry at the University of Minnesota—possible. Your generosity has created a community that’s colorful, bright, and new because of Jesus. Soul Bowl will cater our dinner with vegetarian and
- [Event_2024FallKrug](https://www.mnrcumc.org/1893-2/) - Welcoming LGBTQ+ Congregants A workshop featuring Ellie Krug Nov. 7, 2024, 7 pm, on-line Minnesota Reconciling Congregations hosted our Fall Zoom Learning Event on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. with featured guest, Dr. Ellie Krug, as she shared her insights and experiences in “Welcoming LGBTQ+ Congregants”. Ellie’s personal experience of being transgender herself
- [FirstUMCStillwater](https://www.mnrcumc.org/firstumcstillwater/) - First United Methodist Church Stillwater fumcstillwater.com Statement of Reconciliation We acknowledge that throughout history the Christian Church has often condemned and excluded people because of race, culture, age, gender, economic status, disability or sexual orientation. While the church has made progress in being open and affirming to many groups, there continues to be condemnation of
- [Epworth](https://www.mnrcumc.org/epworth/) - Epworth United Methodist Church Epworth UMC Facebook page Statement of Reconciliation We, the members of Epworth United Methodist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, seek to be the presence of Christ in our community. We live that presence by our worship and service, showing compassion and support to all and sharing the love of God with each
- [Recovery](https://www.mnrcumc.org/recovery/) - Central Park UMC ~ The Recovery Church www.therecoverychurch.org Who We Are Today The Recovery Church (Central Park United Methodist Church) is a Christian community that is open to diverse concepts of spirituality, accepting all who share a non-judgmental belief in the Christian values of trust, compassion, openness and service. The Recovery Church has a large
- [PriorLake](https://www.mnrcumc.org/priorlake/) - Holy Trinity United Methodist Church https://htumc.org/ Statement of Reconciliation Holy Trinity United Methodist Church follows God’s directive to love all and welcome all with open arms. We celebrate God’s gift of diversity and value the wholeness made possible in community equally shared and shepherded by all. We welcome and affirm people of every gender identity,
- [Northfield UMC](https://www.mnrcumc.org/northfield-umc/) - Northfield United Methodist Church www.northfieldumc.org Statement of Reconciliation We affirm that all people are created in the image of God and, as beloved children of God, all are worthy of God’s love and grace, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, race, ethnicity, physical or mental ability, socioeconomic status, or age. We unreservedly
- [Good](https://www.mnrcumc.org/good/) - Good Samaritan United Methodist Church www.good.org Statement of Reconciliation Good Samaritan United Methodist Church believes that we are all children of God and that God loves us all equally. We welcome and affirm persons of all sexual orientations. We pledge our love and acceptance to all persons, and especially to those who have felt hurt
- [Eden](https://www.mnrcumc.org/eden/) - Eden Prairie UMC www.prairiechurch.org Statement of Reconciliation As a Reconciling Congregation, Eden Prairie United Methodist Church has accepted and responded to Jesus’ challenge to love our neighbors. We will: Be a congregation that welcomes people of all sexual orientations. Seek awareness of discrimination and unfairness in the world. Educate ourselves and share in prayerful dialogue
- [Champlin UMC](https://www.mnrcumc.org/champlin-umc/) - Champlin United Methodist Church http://www.champlinumc.org Statement of Reconciliation Champlin United Methodist Church is a progressive Christian community. We believe in God’s love for all and welcome everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, faith history, economic status, physical or mental ability, and education. We also honor our Methodist heritage by
- [Marriage](https://www.mnrcumc.org/marriage/) - Marriage Equality In 2011, UMC clergy increasingly begin to publicly state that they would no longer discriminate in their ministries by denying full rights and opportunities to LGBTQ+ persons. This included officiating at same sex weddings or blessing ceremonies. “Altar for All” became a movement within Reconciling congregations. Almost 3,000 United Methodist clergy, laity, and
- [contactus](https://www.mnrcumc.org/contactus/) - Contact Us To reach Minnesota Reconciling Congregations, please fill out the following form. We look forward to connecting with you. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
- [Status_MNReconcilngCong2022](https://www.mnrcumc.org/status_mnreconcilngcong2022/) - Celebrating Minnesota’s Reconciling Connections Minnesota has a long history with the Reconciling Ministries Network of the United Methodist Church. Wesley UMC in Minneapolis became the first MN Reconciling Congregation early in 1987. It was one of the oldest congregations in Minneapolis. It began the Reconciling process in 1981 when it was asked to host Affirmation,
- [News-CommunityFaithMerger](https://www.mnrcumc.org/news-communityfaithmerger/) - Faith UMC and Community UMC And two shall become one. These are words that are most often associated with the marriage ceremony, but it also describes what happens when churches merge. At the beginning of 2023, Community UMC of Columbia Heights found itself in the position of numerous other mainline Protestant churches. The congregation was
- [Event_2024Gathering](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2024gathering/) - Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Spring Social Gathering April 13, 2024, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church Join us for a conversation about General Conference 2024 with members of the Minnesota delegation and for a time to connect with United Methodists in Minnesota. In Person: Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church
- [Richfield](https://www.mnrcumc.org/richfield/) - Richfield United Methodist Church www.richfieldumc.org Statement of Reconciliation The Congregation of Richfield United Methodist Church affirms that through God’s redeeming love for all, we are one in Christ. We celebrate our diversity and recognize the sacred worth and dignity of all persons regardless of race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental capacity, education,
- [Event_HamlineDining2023](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_hamlinedining2023/) - Come to the Minnesota State Fair and Serve at the Hamline Church Dining Hall MN Reconciling Congregations is partnering with the Hamline Church Dining Hall to offer a new opportunity for Reconciling United Methodists to serve fair-goers and share our message of inclusion. Hamline Church UM has been a Reconciling Congregation for many years. This
- [Hamline](https://www.mnrcumc.org/hamline/) - Hamline Church – United Methodist www.hamlinechurch.org Statement of Reconciliation Hamline’s vote as a reconciling congregation was taken on May 16, 1999. Our Statement was updated January 13, 2010: “As a Reconciling Congregation, our Church strives to bring Christ’s love and grace to all, including persons and their families who experience prejudice, hatred, or unjust treatment
- [HamlineUniversity](https://www.mnrcumc.org/hamlineuniversity/) - Hamline University www.hamline.edu Statement of Reconciliation Throughout its history, Hamline University has strived to create a diverse and inclusive learning community. As a school that invites all and is committed to continued learning and growth, Hamline University welcomes and celebrates people of all educational backgrounds, nationalities, religious and spiritual identities, socio-economic classes, mental and physical
- [Common Ground](https://www.mnrcumc.org/common_ground/) - Common Ground United Methodist Community https://commongroundumc.org Statement of Reconciliation We at Common Ground believe that a key part of our witness in the Cambridge community is to be a place of profound inclusivity. This means that when we say Everyone Counts, we truly mean everyone. There is no litmus test to be a part of
- [Walker](https://www.mnrcumc.org/walker/) - Walker Community United Methodist Church www.walkerchurch.org Our Mission To Nurture Spirituality, Build Caring Community, and Work Courageously for Peace with Justice and Mercy Walker Community United Methodist Church We are a community First and foremost, this is a church of the community. Everyone brings their gifts to the table. Members coordinate outreach, provide pastoral care
- [Spirit](https://www.mnrcumc.org/spirit/) - Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church www.spiritofhopeumc.org Statement of Reconciliation Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church believes that we are all children of God, created by God with our multitudinous differences, and that God loves us all equally. Guided by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, we pledge our love and acceptance to all
- [Peace](https://www.mnrcumc.org/peace/) - Peace United Methodist Church www.peaceumc.com Statement of Reconciliation Peace United Methodist Church is a place of peace for all who choose to enter our doors. We seek to be an inclusive Christian community believing that we are all children of God, and that God loves us all equally regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion,
- [First United Methodist Church of St. Cloud Region](https://www.mnrcumc.org/stcloud/) - First United Methodist Church of St. Cloud www.lovefirstumc.org Statement of Reconciliation As people who follow Jesus by putting love first, we celebrate the diversity of God’s creation. We honor and affirm the sacred worth of persons of every age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical and mental capacity, education, economic means, marital status, and
- [2023TCPrideSignup](https://www.mnrcumc.org/2023tcpridesignup/) - Twin Cities PRIDE - June 24 & 25 What you can do as a reconciling congregation PRIDE is an opportunity for LGBTQIA+ persons to celebrate their true selves and for their allies to celebrate with them. After a fantastic PRIDE Festival last year, it’s time to continue celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. Let's have MN Reconciling Congregations
- [Minnehaha](https://www.mnrcumc.org/minnehaha/) - Minnehaha United Methodist Church www.minnehaha.org Statement of Reconciliation Minnehaha United Methodist Church opens our doors to all God’s people. We will strive to offer unconditional love and acceptance to all persons, regardless of sexual orientation or gender. We will work to eliminate prejudice and discriminatory practices within ourselves and within our community. Sunday Morning
- [Event_2023Gathering](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_2023gathering/) - Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Annual Gathering 2023 Methodists are all about making connections and working for social justice. It is good to gather with others to share our vision, keep connections alive and recharge for the work ahead. We can did this by coming together for the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Spring Social Gathering on Saturday, April
- [Community Resources](https://www.mnrcumc.org/community-resources/) - Resources in the Community www.Outfront.org LGBTQ Advocacy: Outfront Minnesota This non-profit envisions a state where LGBTQ individuals have equal opportunities, protection and rights. We are working toward the day when all Minnesotans have the freedom, power and confidence to make the best choices for their own lives. Parental Support: PFLAG PFLAG helps parents and their
- [Event_IntersectionalJustice2023Mar2](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_intersectionaljustice2023mar2/) - Intersectional Justice: Why LGBTQIA+ and Racial Justice Can’t be Siloed For many years, we viewed discrimination due to gender, race, economic conditions, different abilities, etc. as individual social justice issues. More recently, we’ve come to see that these aren’t isolated problems but ones that intersect each other. How do we respond? Do we have the “band
- [Rochester](https://www.mnrcumc.org/rochester/) - Christ United Methodist Church – Rochester www.cumethodist.com Statement of Reconciliation Christ United Methodist Church is a Reconciling Congregation. We acknowledge anyone who has felt the pain of exclusion and discrimination. Therefore, with open hearts, open minds, and open doors, we welcome people of all races, nationalities, theologies, and abilities. We welcome people of all sexual
- [Event_PromotionalMaterial](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event_promotionalmaterial/) - Promotional Materials for Minnesota Reconciling Congregations Events Minnesota Reconciling Congregations are encouraged to publicize MRC events with their local congregations. The following materials can help you with that. Webinar, Mar. 2, 7 pm Registration required by Feb. 28, 9 am Intersectional Justice: Why LGBTQIA+ and Racial Justice Can’t be Siloed Webinar presented by Rev. Dana Neuhauser
- [Resource_Oct2022updateAlvaranNuckols](https://www.mnrcumc.org/resource_oct2022updatealvarannuckols/) - Jurisdictional and Reconciling Ministries Update – October 2022 Minnesota Reconciling Congregations hosted a gathering on October 21 at 7 p.m. at Spirit of Hope UMC in Golden Valley for updates on things that are happening in the Connection. Rev. Dr. Izzy Alvaran, Reconciling Ministries Network organizer in the Western and North Central jurisdictions, talked about
- [Event_BICWorkshop2022](https://www.mnrcumc.org/1299-2/) - Building an Inclusive Workshop Oct. 22, 10 am – 4 pm Christ United Methodist Church, Maplewood Reconciling Ministries Network coordinator Rev. Dr. Izzy Alvaran will lead this workshop about the Reconciling process and how churches can participate in the movement. This event is a great learning opportunity for churches or groups striving to be an
- [Event2022Gathering](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event2022gathering/) - How to Take Care of Ourselves in Times of Turmoil The 2022 Minnesota Reconciling Gathering was an exploration of self care from Rev. Leah Rosso, pastor of First UMC of the Saint Cloud Region. Click here for the livestream recording Recommended Readings This Here Flesh by Cole Arthur Riley The Wisdom of Your Body by
- [testpagefromdeb](https://www.mnrcumc.org/testpagefromdeb/) - Easter Sunday Your Content Goes Here Easter Sunday Click here for video of the 2022 Minnsota Reconciling Gathering
- [FilmShowingFTKNWTD2021](https://www.mnrcumc.org/filmshowingftknwtd2021/) - Sharing a Message of Inclusion Minnesota Reconciling Congregations (MRC) invites you, your family, and your friends to view “For They Know Not What They Do”, a film by the producer/director of the film “For the Bible Tells Me So”, Daniel Karslake. “For They Know Not What They Do” is a powerful exploration of the intersection of religion, sexual orientation and gender identity
- [ForTheyKnowNotSchedule](https://www.mnrcumc.org/fortheyknownotschedule/) - Sharing a Message of Inclusion Funding for all showings is provided by MRC. There is no charge to the churches or those attending a showing. All showings are dependent on the current COVID guidelines. Please check the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations website for the latest updates.
- [Minnetonka](https://www.mnrcumc.org/minnetonka/) - Minnetonka United Methodist Church www.minnetonkaumc.org Statement of Reconciliation The vision of Minnetonka United Methodist Church is to be caring, inclusive, and spirit-filled in all that we do. Our commitment is to follow Christ’s example, and, as a Reconciling Congregation, to welcome people of all sexual identities and orientations into this faith community. Sunday Morning
- [RootsBranches](https://www.mnrcumc.org/rootsbranches/) - Roots and Branches rootsandbranchesmn.umcchurches.org Statement of Reconciliation We believe that God already loves you and that God is already at work in your life and in all people. We affirm the divine worth of everyone, no matter their gender identity, race, ethnicity, economic background, ability, or sexual orientation. You are already accepted by God exactly
- [Workshop Trans Allyship](https://www.mnrcumc.org/workshop-trans-allyship/) - Register Now!
- [Duluth](https://www.mnrcumc.org/duluth/) - First United Methodist Church – Duluth fumcduluth.com Statement of Reconciliation & Inclusion First United Methodist is a Reconciling Congregation. We proclaim that all people are created in the image of God and affirm that each person, regardless of age, economic status, faith history, ethnicity, gender, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation or lifestyle,
- [Excelsior](https://www.mnrcumc.org/excelsior/) - Excelsior United Methodist Church www.excelsiorumc.org Statement of Reconciliation Excelsior United Methodist Church believes that we are all children of God and individuals of sacred worth. We affirm Jesus’ example of love without reservation and covenant to deal compassionately and justly with each other. We welcome and affirm persons of any age, gender, race, ethnic origin,
- [Event-RMNRootedRisingMeeting](https://www.mnrcumc.org/event-rmnrootedrisingmeeting/) - Reconciling Ministries Network Rooted & Rising Campaign Meeting – Minnesota Conference October 8, 2020, 7 – 8 pm The Reconciling Ministries Network is launching its Rooted & Rising Campaign, a global witness-oriented effort that will guide Minnesota Reconciling Congregations work through the end of 2021. The first step of this renewed grassroots effort is a
- [Panel Participation in RMN](https://www.mnrcumc.org/panel-participation-in-rmn/) - An Invitation to Explore Participation in the Reconciling Ministries Network Learn more about the Reconciling Ministries Network and how you – as an individual, a group or a congregation – can become part of this work. Panelists representing churches who have recently joined RMN, as well as some “old hands” will describe how they discerned
- [Test page from Kelly](https://www.mnrcumc.org/test-from-kelly/) - New content Columbia Heights Hello world
- [Twin Cities Pride 2019](https://www.mnrcumc.org/pride-2019/) - Twin Cities Pride 2019 Twin Cities PRIDE is June 22 & 23. Given the outcome of General Conference 2019 and the negative publicity about the United Methodist Church, this is a very important year for us to be visible at PRIDE. We will do this through our booth and presence in the parade. The MN Reconciling
- [Newsletter September 2018](https://www.mnrcumc.org/newsletter-2018-09/) - Building an Inclusive Church ~ September 2018 A special edition newsletter of the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations - Electronic Version For many years the Reconciling Movement in Minnesota has advocated for the full inclusion of LGBTQ people into the life of the United Methodist Church. Each of our member congregations have adopted statements that welcome and affirm
- [workshop](https://www.mnrcumc.org/workshop/) - Plans are underway to hold workshops in the Spring of 2018, Check back after 1/1/18 for more information. The Building An Inclusive Church Workshop will provide you and your Church with a road map for becoming a Reconciling Congregation. Step One: Awareness and Understanding Assessing your personal understanding of human sexuality Growing acceptance within our