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<b>WELCOMING CONGREGATION MESSAGE</b></div>
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From the Rev. Michael J. Crumpler, LGBTQ and Multicultural Programs Director, Unitarian Universalist Association:</div>
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<b>May 17th is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, commemorating the 1990 decision of the World Health Organization to remove homosexuality from the list of mental disorders.</b></div>
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This is a day dedicated to raising awareness and taking action against discrimination and prejudice based on sexual orientation and gender identity. We move with steadfast resistance against bigotry and violence in all its forms, whether through laws that legalize
hate or executive orders that criminalize truth.</div>
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On International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, Unitarian Universalists are unwavering in our solidarity with queer and trans people everywhere. We affirm that every individual, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity,
is deserving of acceptance, love, dignity, and compassion. </div>
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We celebrate the diversity that enriches our congregations and communities and are committed to creating a world where all people can live authentically, free from discrimination and fear.</div>
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As a faith, we embrace the values of inclusivity and compassion, working tirelessly to dismantle Christian nationalism and religious supremacy to build a more just and loving world for all.</div>
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On this #IDAHBT we must speak out and do the deep work of eliminating hate in our congregations and communities by supporting our queer and trans neighbors with love and care.</div>
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To learn more about supporting queer and trans communities in crisis, visit <span style="color: rgb(0, 104, 165);">
<u><a href="https://click.everyaction.com/k/107842964/546003635/1313696288?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImJkY2EyNjU2LWFhMzItZjAxMS1hNWYxLTYwNDViZGE5ZDk2YiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiY2F0aHltYXJpZTc3NTVAaG90bWFpbC5jb20iDQp9&hmac=D9cPwAKV7LFFJrNWeLFD-KDaGSDuJzpr2rU24m5yXxA=&emci=5a027464-9f32-f011-a5f1-6045bda9d96b&emdi=bdca2656-aa32-f011-a5f1-6045bda9d96b&ceid=33897710" id="OWAb0fa28f9-70f2-68f0-7af5-7872d961493c" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://click.everyaction.com/k/107842964/546003635/1313696288?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwNS8xLzc5MDg1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImJkY2EyNjU2LWFhMzItZjAxMS1hNWYxLTYwNDViZGE5ZDk2YiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAiY2F0aHltYXJpZTc3NTVAaG90bWFpbC5jb20iDQp9&hmac=D9cPwAKV7LFFJrNWeLFD-KDaGSDuJzpr2rU24m5yXxA=&emci=5a027464-9f32-f011-a5f1-6045bda9d96b&emdi=bdca2656-aa32-f011-a5f1-6045bda9d96b&ceid=33897710" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" style="color: rgb(0, 104, 165); margin: 0px;">https://www.uua.org/lgbtq/resources</a></u></span>.</div>
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<i>This message is shared by the LCUUC Welcoming Congregation Renewal Work Group</i></div>
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