PRIDE Sunday

June 1 PRIDE Sunday

Together with St. Matthews United Church we will be celebrating our PRIDE in being an affirming ministry of the United Church of Canada and we all share the declaration below as part of the service.

Affirming Ministry Declaration: Approved at Congregational Meeting on April 28, 2013

We are proud to declare that Richmond Hill United Church is an affirming ministry, celebrating diversity and committed to the inclusion of and justice for, all people, regardless of culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ability, economic circumstance, or any other difference that has led to exclusion, marginalization, or oppression within the church or society.       

In response to God’s deep and caring love, as expressed in the teachings of Jesus, we strive to offer that love to others. We welcome, invite, and affirm all people as full participants in every aspect of the life of the congregation.

As an affirming ministry, we declare publicly our intention to create a safe space within which lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and their families and friends will celebrate life passages and share in church membership, leadership and mission.