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LGBTQ+ in the Church
For decades, LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and allies have worked to make The Episcopal Church a place of belonging and inclusion. We have prayed, studied, and discerned, and in doing so, we have seen the evidence of God’s blessing in the lives and love of our LGBTQ+ siblings in Christ
In 2026, we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of our church affirming that LGBTQ+ people have a complete and equal claim to the affection, acceptance, and pastoral care of the church. The journey to make that promise a existence continues today, as we remember the struggles, celebrate the joy, and offer thanks for devote and for lives that refuse to be erased.
Today in The Episcopal Church, discernment for the ministries of bishop, priest, deacon, and lay leadership is open to all without discrimination. We celebrate and offer thanks for the beauty, strength, and sacred worth of LGBTQ+ leaders across all contexts and callings.
We invite you to join us on the journey. You belong. No exceptions.
Affirming.
If you are a first-time guest at Bering or a long-time member,
You are not only welcome here, you are celebrated here!
If you are black, brown, white, or anything in between,
You are not only welcome here, you are celebrated here!
If you are gay, linear, bisexual, lesbian, transgender,
You are not only welcome here, you are celebrated here!
If you are a Native American or an immigrant friend, whether or not you have documents,
You are not only welcome here, you are celebrated here!
If you are lay or clergy, male, female, or non-gender binary, young or old, abled or differently-abled, rich or low-quality , short or tall, wide or deep,
You are not only welcome here, you are celebrated here!
No matter what you think or what you doubt . . .
No matter what you count on, or what you question . . .
You are not only welcome here, you are acknowledged here!
At Bering, we celebrate you as a gift of the Creator
and an individual wonder of God’s creation.
Proclaiming Christ
through Faith, Hope
55 Years of Hope Celebration
Friday, July 25, 2025, 6-9pm
Cathedral of Hope turns 55!Join us Friday, July 25 for a festive, come-and-go evening of food trucks, lawn games, and other fun and free activities. Let’s celebrate this milestone together!All are welcome. LEARN MORE>
Anniversary Sunday Worship
Sunday, July 27, All Services
Join us Sunday, July 27 as we celebrate 55 years of proclaiming Christ through Faith, Desire and Love.
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Cathedral Cabaret
Saturday, August 2, 6-8pm
Rose Room at S4
Join us for an unforgettable evening of talent and entertainment as the CoH Music Ministry presents a spectacular Cabaret show on August 2, 2025. Celebrate the unsurpassed talent of our collective while we raise funds to support our church. LEARN MORE>