by Reverend David Weekley The most significant recent change in my life was the decision to leave local church ministry and Portland, Oregon to return to Boston University School of Theology and Boston, Massachusetts. This decision affected not only … Continue reading
Baptism of Jesus When everyone was being baptized, Jesus was also baptized. As he prayed, the Holy Spirit came in bodily form like a dove—a symbol of peace—saying, “You are my Son; whom I dearly love. In you I find … Continue reading
by Reverend David Weekley The Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) was first introduced in the 103rd Congress as S.2238 in 1994. This act would protect employees from job discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. The Senate and Human Resources Committee … Continue reading
by Reverend David Weekley This paper explores an emerging theology of reconciliation, the practices that sustain it, and how this theology may contribute to creating a culture of justpeace. The paper engages class resources from The Spirit and Art of … Continue reading
This day is saturated with the Sacred, set aside to remember our beloved transgender family members, friends, and colleagues. As we gather and grieve we also express our longing and hope for the liberation of all those who are oppressed, … Continue reading
From Reverend David Weekley on behalf of Affirmation: United Methodists Opening Sacred Gesture (e.g. lighting a candle, deep breaths, intoning sound, body gesture) Prayer Both comfortable and uncomfortable is my daily path this day Creating One, as I live with … Continue reading
From the August 2013 issues of Interweave Connect, published by Interweave, a grassroots organization of Unitarian Universalists. Written by Rev. David E. Weekley The Wind Beneath My Wings A good friend of mine is a gifted actor and writer, an activist … Continue reading
When an idea, a product or a social behavior finally catches on and takes off, we say that it has “tipped.” What should we be tipping today? Continue reading
The Good Samaritan, being a transgender man, and a struggle we all face …
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