We join our voice with our LGBQIA+ siblings and allies for the immediate release of the activists who conducted a peaceful protest rally in Mendiola, observing proper social distancing and wearing masks. We affirm that Pride was rooted in the 1969 Stonewall uprising of LGBTQI+ people against police brutality and state oppression. Metropolitan Community Church […]
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Open Table MCC Goes to PUP Pride 2020
Rev. Joseph San Jose of Open Table Metropolitan Community Church was invited last March 5 for PUP Pride 2020, to give a talk about religion, spirituality, and sexuality. The theme for PUP’s pride event this year is “Defying Adversity, Forwarding Advocacy”. PUP Pride is not just about celebrations and empowerment. As part of the LGBTQ+ […]
#ResistTogether Pride Movement: Catalysts For Change
Whether one is a spectator from the sidelines or an assimilated and acclimated stakeholder of the community, pride will reveal itself to be more than just a mere manifestation of singularity. While the personal is very important, as it does form the backbone of everything from preferences, privilege, and points-of-view, the full effect of pride […]
#ResistTogether: God’s Table is Open for All
God’s table is open for all. It is for you, it is for us. Pride is community. Pride is rooted in protest. It means “Fight back”. Pride is solidarity in action. Standing strong and standing up for who we are is just the beginning. Together, we must act. This year, with the strength of all […]
#ResistTogether: Celebrate Spiritual Diversity
Celebrate spiritual diversity. Pride is community. Pride is rooted in protest. It means “Fight back”. Pride is solidarity in action. Standing strong and standing up for who we are is just the beginning. Together, we must act. This year, with the strength of all our colors — different but united in a common goal — […]