Listen to these LGBT+ people who are also Christian. Listen to their stories of struggle and how they overcame their sexuality and their faith. Moderator: Rev. Joseph Tiu San JosePastor of Open Table MCC, an LGBT+ affirming church in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines Speakers: Sis. Wylard “Wowa” LedamaThe first out and proud transgender seminarian under […]
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Queer Affirming Church Q&A With Pastor Joseph
Being an LGBT+ affirming church in the Philippines, Open Table MCC receives a lot of questions about our advocacy, so we decided to do a Q&A session. We have received various questions from our social media accounts such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Rev. Joseph Tiu San Jose answers questions such as: how to handle […]
Ramento Project Rights Defenders – Pride 2020 Feature
The Ramento Project for Rights Defenders is a Church-based human rights program operated by the Iglesia Filipina Independiente for the cause of human rights, especially of human rights defenders. Its human rights commitments are based on Christian principles and on universal and national human rights instruments. RPRD observes the standards and processes of the rights-based […]
Where Is The Church And What Can It Do?
Earlier our Church community had our online fellowship and holy conversation. This Sunday’s topic or question: What can we do individually and as a Church in this challenging times? We are reminded that the word “Church” means people. Church is not the priest, bishop or pastor. It is all of us. We recognized our limitation […]
“Under My Skin” Tackles HIV/AIDS Reality in Philippines
Some members of Open Table Metropolitan Community Church had the opportunity to watch PETA Theater’s “Under My Skin”, which was written by Rody Vera and directed by Melvin Lee. It showcases PETA’s continuing advocacy in raising awareness and starting conversations about HIV and AIDS in the Philippines. At the end of the show, there is […]