Date/Time
Date(s) - 11/10/2019
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Mankato
Categories
This course was developed for UU congregations, but is relevant to all faith traditions. It is intended for everyone from those new to trans identity to those with years of life experience who want to learn and create a fully-inclusive and affirming congregation. Each session will consist of a 45- to 60-minute pre-recorded lecture by Rev. Mykal Slack and Zr. Alex Kapitan, moments for reflection and deep conversation facilitated by members of the Trans Initiative Team.
Sessions will run the following Sundays after service from noon-2pm in the UUFM Meeting Room. Childcare will be provided.
11/10 – Session 6. (Transforming Hearts Collective Session 6_and_materials) Creating Culture Shift: “Full inclusion and affirmation of trans people requires real culture shift. This final session covers how to create culture shift in a congregation or other faith context so that people of all gender identities and experiences can be full members, get their spiritual needs met, and contribute their gifts. In this session we will: Learn tools and practices for congregational culture shift. Brainstorm next steps for you to create trans-sensitive culture shift in your congregation or faith group. Find out about additional resources that can support you in your next steps.”