Network on Religion and Justice for Asian Pacific Islander LGBTQ People

06/01/2026

03/05/2026

Many churches want to be welcoming.
But belonging doesn’t happen by accident.

It happens through small, faithful practices — including the way we speak about and to one another.

Pronouns & People: Language That Sees Us explores how allyship becomes a lived expression of discipleship in the church.

Honoring someone’s name and pronouns is not about trends or politics.
It’s about love of neighbor.

Purchase this resource today: https://hubs.li/Q045GbF-0

02/16/2026

What if the Gospel is more expansive than the systems that shaped it?

Decolonizing Christianity is a 6-session online course exploring how faith can be reclaimed through justice, liberation, and the wisdom of voices long pushed to the margins.

Open to clergy and laity. CEU available.
Classes begin March 2.

Register here: https://hubs.li/Q043c1HX0 and join us in imagining a more honest, life-giving church.

01/18/2026

Join UMATI for a Transgender State of the Union address led by Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf, one of the newest out clergy in The United Methodist Church.

This gathering will offer reflection on where we are, the work ahead, and space for meaningful community conversation.

🗓 January 27, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM ET
📍 Zoom

United Methodist Alliance for Trans Inclusion (UMATI) is an extension ministry of Reconciling Ministries Network, supporting and advocating for transgender and nonbinary people across the United Methodist connection.

Registration is required: https://hubs.li/Q03-bcQt0

01/17/2026

Some days we simply need to pause and breathe.
To let our hearts slow down, remember who we belong to, and ask for the courage to keep showing up with love and justice.

12/21/2025

United Methodist Alliance for Transgender Inclusion

11/20/2025

We remember. We commit.
Every trans life is sacred.

[alt text: Image of the transgender pride flag draped across the top of the graphic. Large text reads “Trans Day of Remembrance.” Additional text says: “Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we hold in prayer the trans and gender-expansive lives taken by violence, and the communities who grieve. As people of faith, we name this truth, and we commit ourselves to the holy work of justice, protection, and full affirmation. Every trans life is sacred.” A rainbow flame symbol is at the bottom right corner]

11/07/2025

At the same time that the United Methodist Church is becoming more inclusive, our political world is becoming more exclusive.

Join us as we hear from trailblazing faith leader, poet, activist, and author Dr. Joy Ladin. We will explore opportunities to empower people to transform our church and society into places that celebrate gender diversity.

Register here: https://hubs.li/Q03RB2_B0

10/09/2025

🌈 You’re Invited!
As our church grows more inclusive, our political world often feels more exclusive. Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Joy Ladin — trailblazing faith leader, poet, activist, and author — as we explore how to transform our church and society into places that celebrate gender diversity.

🗓️ November 13, 2025
🕐 1 PM EST / 10 AM PST
📍 Online via Zoom
🔗 RSVP: https://hubs.li/Q03MWT0h0

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