Building an Inclusive Church is a movement supported by several Christian denominations – Methodist, Episcopalians, Presbyterians, members of the United Church of Christ, and the ELCA (Grace’s denomination). Its purpose is to teach churches how to become more intentional and effective in welcoming the LGBT community. In the ELCA, the designation for a church which has done this is Reconciling in Christ.

The training offers vital skill-building exercises so that Core Teams can be formed which can build momentum for full inclusion. The training offered includes:
- Faith-based organizing techniques
- Congregation conflict theory and resolution
- Managing change in congregations
- Conversations around Biblical material.
As the host church for this event, Grace is seeking volunteers to assist with the training:
- Host housing – places are needed for out-of-town folks who can’t afford a hotel to stay for two nights (no meals will need to be provided)
- Cooks and kitchen crews (3) – Grace will be responsible for preparing and serving 6 meals for the participants at the church – Friday dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Sunday breakfast and lunch. (Food costs will be covered.)
- Transportation – One or two people are needed to drive out-of-towners to and from the hotel or host housing.
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