At the “unwrapping the sabbatical” leadership retreat held October 19th, one of the priorities was to “take our open and affirming identity into the larger community.” To that end, we will purchase a block of tickets to attend the Bridging Voices Choir’s Hope for the Holidays Concert, Saturday, December 14 at 5:00 pm at First Unitarian Church, 1211 SW Main Street.
Bridging Voices (The Portland Gay-Straight Alliance Youth Chorus) is a youth chorus for gay, straight and questioning youth, ages 13-21, and strives to be a safe, accessible place for youth to experience empowerment and unity through music. It is Portland’s first Queer/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus and is one of the largest choruses of its kind, in the nation.
This is a great way to get out and show the public that we are a church that truly honors and values all persons regardless of their sexual or gender identities. If you’d like to be a part of Bethel’s public voice and ministry of presence, contact the church office, (503) 646-1191, to reserve a ticket to the concert. Ticket prices are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.