Reconciling churches welcome all persons into full participation in the life of the congregation regardless of age, sex, racial or ethnic background, sexual orientation, marriage status, or physical or mental condition.
LAUMC Mission Statement
Who are we?
A church doing justice, loving kindness and walking humbly with God.
Why are we here?
To become deeply committed Christians knowing, loving and serving God.
Where are we going?
Touching heaven, changing earth with head, heart and hands.
Who do we welcome?
ALL persons regardless of age, cultural background, disabilities, ethnicity, financial circumstances, gender identity, marital status, or sexual orientation.
News
Welcome for ALL – The Reconciling Study Task Force (RSTF) is grateful for the Church Council's approval of our Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN) application at its October 2010 meeting, formally making us a Reconciling Congregation.
Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – a list of questions frequently posed to the Reconciling Task Force and the LAUMC ministers.
Results of the Welcome Statement Survey (Summer of 2010) – (To create a larger image of the survey results, click the "+" button on the tool bar above the document.)
List of Books for Children, Young People, and Adults – a list of books for children (pre-school through high school).
List of Books for Adults – a list of books discussing LGBT issues in the context of the church.
Ron and Ginny Lau's Witness of Faith – a video (06:53) – Ron and Ginny share their family's story.
Reconciling Ministries Network – a website with a wealth of information about the process of becoming a reconciling congregation and about a program called "All Means All."
"What Does the Lord Require of You" Workshop (September 2009) – This was an exciting, interactive program designed for all within the LAUMC community to learn about what it means to become a reconciling church. It focused on providing attendees insight, information and a thoughtful and caring environment to engage in dialogue around our reconciling discernment process and the impact this path will have on our church.
One Pastor's Position on Same Sex Marriage – an opinion paper
Reconciling Voices – a video (08:19) – hear the voices of the Reconciling Ministries Network as they build bridges, share stories and make disciples for the transformation of the world
Reconciling Journeys – a video (15:42) – people across the Reconciling Movement discuss the reconciling journey
