Texas Impact hosts a discussion with advocates for transgender equality in Texas. I will be serving as the parent of a transgender child, joined by other advocates including affirming clergy and medical experts.
I will be sharing my experiences as a parent and LGBTQ+ advocate. We’ll discuss the current climate for transgender Texans, how the Episcopal Church embraces our transgender siblings, and why reconciliation is needed more than ever. Contact St. Stephen’s in Huntsville, Texas for more information.
Coral Gables member C. D. Garske and Texas LGBTQ+ advocate Molly Carnes will share their experiences as parents of LGBTQ+ children and the book they are co-authoring, The Itchy Sweater. With C.D. focused on research and Molly focused on storytelling, their book will attempt to dismantle the Christian anti-transgender argument. This forum will discuss some of the initial findings of their research, the current climate for transgender Americans, and why the Christian Church’s commitment to peace and justice is needed more than ever. Private Event.
Kicking off the Beto Campaign’s Prayer Call on Election Day. Contact me for information to join the zoom.
Serving on a panel for continuing education at Baylor College of Medicine through their Compassionate Conversations series. This webinar will address inequities in access and care for transgender patients. Contact me for information how to join via zoom.
Public interview to share my experience as an LGBTQ advocate at the LGBTQ wedding show at Enchanted Ballroom in Cypress, Texas. For more information, https://fb.watch/e9Z7hSfb4c/
Presenting an update on LGBTQ issues in Texas and sharing my experience as an advocate during the 2021 legislative season.
Living out the Episcopal baptismal covenant to strive for justice and peace through advocacy. Sharing my experience as a Christian advocate for LGBTQ equality during the Texas legislative season. Virtual gathering of evangelism leaders across the US.
Honored to speak at Coach Cam’s campaign kick off event for Texas House Rep for District 132.
Panelist for session, Faith Beyond the Binary, at the Gender Infinity online conference. This panel will discuss experiences as LGBTQ+ faith leaders and I am a guest panelist as the parent of a trans child and LGBTQ+ advocate. Requires pre-registration by September 15.
Sharing in an adult forum gathering on the topic of ending discrimination in the church and becoming more inclusive. I will be speaking as an LGBTQ ally. Following 10 am worship.
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, clergy, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, to share ideas, resources, and encouragement.
July is virtual. No meeting in August. Sept. 30 meeting is in person at St. Paul's in Katy, Texas.
Send a message through the Contact Page for zoom link info.
Testifying before the Senate Health and Human Services Committee to oppose SB2 and SB32, sports trans bills being introduced during special session.
For a transcript of my two minute testimony, click here. or visit the Blog page. http://righthandresources.blogspot.com/2021/07/discrimination-domino.html
A transgender day of visibility at the Texas Capitol to urge lawmakers to protect the rights of transgender Texans.
Legislative visits to lobby our conservative lawmakers to protect the rights of transgender Texans and vote no to any anti-LGBTQ legislation.
Speaking at the Equality Texas press conference for Mother’s Day Action.
Listen to my conversation with David Martin Davies from Texas Public Radio (Texas Matters) as he dives into the 2021 Texas Legislative Session, specifically the voter suppression legislation and the anti-transgender bills. Our convo is the second half of the broadcast. Includes my testimony to the House Public Education Committee. Listen here: https://www.tpr.org/podcast/texas-matters/2021-04-30/texas-matters-elections-committee-chaos-and-anti-transgender-bills
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, clergy, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, to share ideas, resources, and encouragement.
For our April meeting, we welcome Ian Storrar, a fellow Episcopalian from San Francisco, who is developing an app that will help churches connect with our communities. I know you'll be excited about what this app can do and your feedback would be a great help in its development. Don't miss it!
For zoom info, send me your info through the Connect page.
Texans Deserve Better Rally! Speaking at a rally in support of Transgender Rights at the Texas Capitol. Click the link below to RSVP to join us and remind our legislators that 70% of Texans oppose LGBTQ discrimination.
Skip to 44:04 to hear my remarks https://www.facebook.com/EqualityTexas/videos/828809527982639
Testifying before the Public Education committee in opposition to HB4042, the transgender sports ban bill. UIL rules already require students to participate on the team that matches their birth certificate. This legislation is government overreach and an invasion of privacy. To watch my testimony, click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWdNCJhmA5U
Testifying against anti-transgender/anti-LGBTQ legislation before the Texas House Committee on Public Health. Organized by Equality Texas and Transgender Education Network of Texas. To watch my testimony, click here and skip to 5:08 in the video. https://tlchouse.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=46&clip_id=20320&fbclid=IwAR1PLQ35pK3YlZOAhYGlozZLp2r_vrieT9Sh_n6b85Xr_Q0u_3xJ8UoS2QI
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
In this time of social distancing, we will hold a ONE hour meeting via Zoom. You’ll always come away with ideas to try and encouragement for your ministry. For virtual meeting info, send me a note from the Contact Page. See you online!
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
In this time of social distancing, we will hold a ONE hour meeting via Zoom. For virtual meeting info, send me a note from the Contact Page. See you online!
** GUEST SPEAKER FOR SEPTEMBER!**
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
In this time of social distancing, we will hold a ONE hour meeting via Zoom. THIS IS A SATURDAY MEETING - NOT THURSDAY.
** Our guest speaker will be Jennifer Enriquez, Formation Leader at St. Christopher's outside of Chicago. She will be sharing Wiggle Worship Liturgy (see photo) with us and welcoming even in the time of social distancing. Jennifer has a heart for evangelism and I can't wait you for all to (virtually) meet her!
Send me a note from the Contact page to receive meeting credentials. Thank you.
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
We usually start with a tour of the hosting church so we can experience their Sunday morning welcome and then discuss three topics over lunch. In this time of social distancing, we will hold a ONE hour meeting via Zoom. We have lots to share!
Send me a note through the Contact page and I’ll share the zoom details.
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
We usually start with a tour of the hosting church so we can experience their Sunday morning welcome and then discuss three topics over lunch. In this time of social distancing, we will hold a ONE hour meeting via Zoom. We have lots to share!
Send me a note through the Contact page and I’ll share the zoom details.
The Welcome Roundtable is a monthly educational forum for Episcopal welcome leaders, newcomer ministers, and others who are passionate about the stranger in our midst. Gatherings are open to clergy, laypersons, both paid and unpaid, in Houston and surrounding areas.
We start with a tour of the hosting church so we can experience their Sunday morning welcome and then discuss three topics over lunch. Thanks to our hosting churches, it's free! RSVP very much appreciated for lunch and planning purposes.
To RSVP, send a message through the Contact page.
An evening with the welcome team at Trinity in Midtown Houston as they deepen their hospitality ministry.
This is a private event. CANCELED DUE TO COVID PANDEMIC.
Welcoming the Stranger
This is a private event.
Evangelism for Missional Ministry.
Teaching students at the Iona School for Ministry at Camp Allen in Navasota, Texas
This is a private event.
