Network on Religion and Justice for Asian Pacific Islander LGBTQ People

Many churches want to be welcoming.
But belonging doesn’t happen by accident.

It happens through small, faithful practices — including the way we speak about and to one another.

Pronouns & People: Language That Sees Us explores how allyship becomes a lived expression of discipleship in the church.

Honoring someone’s name and pronouns is not about trends or politics.
It’s about love of neighbor.

Purchase this resource today: https://hubs.li/Q045GbF-0

What if the Gospel is more expansive than the systems that shaped it?

Decolonizing Christianity is a 6-session online course exploring how faith can be reclaimed through justice, liberation, and the wisdom of voices long pushed to the margins.

Open to clergy and laity. CEU available.
Classes begin March 2.

Register here: https://hubs.li/Q043c1HX0 and join us in imagining a more honest, life-giving church.

Join UMATI for a Transgender State of the Union address led by Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf, one of the newest out clergy in The United Methodist Church.

This gathering will offer reflection on where we are, the work ahead, and space for meaningful community conversation.

🗓 January 27, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM ET
📍 Zoom

United Methodist Alliance for Trans Inclusion (UMATI) is an extension ministry of Reconciling Ministries Network, supporting and advocating for transgender and nonbinary people across the United Methodist connection.

Registration is required: https://hubs.li/Q03-bcQt0

Some days we simply need to pause and breathe.
To let our hearts slow down, remember who we belong to, and ask for the courage to keep showing up with love and justice.

Action Alert: Stand for Equal Access to Health Care United Methodist Alliance for Transgender Inclusion

We remember. We commit.
Every trans life is sacred.

[alt text: Image of the transgender pride flag draped across the top of the graphic. Large text reads “Trans Day of Remembrance.” Additional text says: “Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we hold in prayer the trans and gender-expansive lives taken by violence, and the communities who grieve. As people of faith, we name this truth, and we commit ourselves to the holy work of justice, protection, and full affirmation. Every trans life is sacred.” A rainbow flame symbol is at the bottom right corner]

At the same time that the United Methodist Church is becoming more inclusive, our political world is becoming more exclusive.

Join us as we hear from trailblazing faith leader, poet, activist, and author Dr. Joy Ladin. We will explore opportunities to empower people to transform our church and society into places that celebrate gender diversity.

Register here: https://hubs.li/Q03RB2_B0

🌈 You’re Invited!
As our church grows more inclusive, our political world often feels more exclusive. Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Joy Ladin — trailblazing faith leader, poet, activist, and author — as we explore how to transform our church and society into places that celebrate gender diversity.

🗓️ November 13, 2025
🕐 1 PM EST / 10 AM PST
📍 Online via Zoom
🔗 RSVP: https://hubs.li/Q03MWT0h0

For questions, email [email protected]
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Looking for tools to nurture your journey of justice and inclusion? 💜

RMN’s storefront is filled with resources to walk with you — from free downloads and thoughtful reflections to comprehensive guides and ready-to-use studies. Whether you’re supporting your own growth or equipping your whole community, you’ll find practical and inspiring materials created to strengthen ministries of love and welcome.

Explore what’s waiting for you today: https://hubs.li/Q03Kzn0J0

Q***r, Called, and Conspiring: AAPI Theologies for a World on Fire

In times of climate crisis, empire, and erasure, q***r and trans AAPI communities are cultivating fierce and tender ways of surviving and leading.

Join us for a CLGS Lavender Lunch with Prof. Lisa Asedillo as we explore AAPI theologies through the lens of Q***r AZN & Pasifika Critical Race Theory - centering embodied memory, relational healing, and spiritual resistance.

📅 Tuesday, Sept 9, 2025
🕐 1:00–2:15pm PT
💻 Online

https://www.psr.edu/events/q***r-called-and-conspiring-2025/

✨ Let’s imagine what becomes possible when we conspire to remember, resist, and reimagine together.

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A job posting and an announcement: RMN is looking for our next Director of Communications — a creative, strategic, justice-driven storyteller to lead our organization into a new chapter.

In this role, you’ll help shape the voice of movement leadership. You’ll mobilize LGBTQ+ United Methodists and allies for lasting change.

Read on for more details, a note from Ophelia – our outgoing Director of Communications, and application instructions: https://hubs.li/Q03DN69c0