Drum Circle in Elkhart, IN!! Come join the Fun!!

We're having another drum circle!!

Drum Circle
Friday, May 20th, 7pm
First Congregational UCC
431 South 3rd Street (corner of 3rd and Marion in downtown Elkhart)
Elkhart, IN 46516

Drumming is a form of worship and prayer, a way to connect to each other, and a way to deepen our understanding of ourselves. Drumming helps to reduce stress and is FUN!

Everyone has rhythm in their bodies - our heartbeat and our breathing are prime examples. Come to the Drum Circle! From novice to expert we all have a rhythm to share! Bring your drum, rattle, or other percussive instrument if you have one. If you don't have one, loaners will be available.

LGBT Asylum org needs help!!

Maybe you have been monitoring the process of the Ugandan Anti-Homosexuality Bill which calls for the execution of sexually active homosexuals who are HIV-positive or who are considered to be "serial offenders." The bill also calls for a sentence of life in prison upon conviction of a single "homosexual act," and a ban of the production or circulation of any information that "promotes" homosexuality – almost certainly including information on sexual health and HIV Prevention, any religious leader who speaks of welcome and affirmation for LGBT persons, or any justice work on behalf and/or with LGBT persons.

If so, I'm sure that you are as relieved as I am that Uganda's parliament adjourned today (Friday) without acting on the bill. This is wonderful but it doesn't mean that all is well. There is still much to do ... and many people to help. Sometimes it is difficult to find a practical thing to do. Today I have heard a plea that allows many of us the great satisfaction of putting our faith into works, much like James 2:18 suggests, "But someone will say, "You have faith and I have works." Show me your faith apart from your works, and I by my works will show you my faith."

Below is a forward of an email from Pastor Judy of the (LGBT) Asylum Support Task Force. But first, here is their Mission Statement

The Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) Asylum Support Task Force is a community-based organization of volunteers dedicated to supporting and empowering LGBT individuals who are seeking asylum or refuge in the United States.

And now, the email excerpt from Pastor Judy:

We expect a grant in August, until then, we are hanging on by threads. Consider a check of any size, written to Hadwen Park, LGBT fund, 6 Clover St., Worcester, 01603

It has to go thru the church accounting system and the last Sunday before June 1st when rent for 9 asylees is due is May 29. It has to arrive by then to be counted, recorded and thru our tax exempt church system's books.

Please, Please help. WE are nearly $2000 short of food, rent, cells and transportation. HELP!

and..............gratitude for prayers,
Pastor Judy
www.hadwenparkchurch.org

LGBT Equality in the Presbyterian Church USA!!

How cool is this??? Very cool!!!!

"After 37 yrs, the PCUSA eliminates the final official barrier to full membership, leadership & service of LGBT people."