Trinity United Church of Christ - Portage, Wisconsin

Open and Affirming  Statement - May 16,2010

Because we believe that all people are created in God's image and thus are blessed and loved equally by God, and because love is a unifying and strengthening force within our Christian faith, we, the members of Trinity United Church of Christ seek to be a community of Christians who celebrate and live in openness to the voice of the Still Speaking God.  We take seriously the command Jesus teaches us "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself."   (Luke 10:25:28)

Our Faith leads us to welcome all persons, including persons of every age, gender, race, national origin, faith background, marital status and family structure, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, mental and physical ability, economic and social status, and educational background, to share in the life, leadership, ministry, fellowship, worship, sacraments, responsibilities, blessings and joys of our church family.  As we all move forward with the work of this church, we commit ourselves to making justice and inclusivity a reality in this congregation and in the world.  Therefore, no matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome in this United Church of Christ.

Joy Morse (Council President), Fred Gabbei (Vice President)

along with Pastor Vicki Warren get the results of

Trinity's vote to become Open and Affirming.