Coalition of Welcoming Congregations of the Bay Area

Filed Order for PUBLICATION (STEPHEN R. REINHARDT, MICHAEL DALY HAWKINS and N. RANDY SMITH) (Dissent by Judge O’Scannlain, Concurrence by Judge Reinhardt) A majority of the panel has voted to deny the petition for rehearing en banc. Judge N.R. Smith would grant the petition. The full court was advised of the petition for rehearing en […]

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decided today it will not rehear our case. Now, there are only two things that could happen: Couples start getting married again in California; or Our case for marriage equality goes to the U.S. Supreme Court. See this link from AFER to learn more

The Coalition of Welcoming Congregations of the Bay Area invites you to participate in this year’s San Francisco Pride Parade by joining the “United in Spirit” contingent! Here’s what Michael Leslie, the group’s coordinator, has to say about its mission: “The ecumenical ‘United in Spirit’ contingent was created to make it easier for churches and […]

The flames burn brightly for Pentecost at East County Shared Ministry. You are invited to wear red, orange and/or yellow to acknowledge the worship celebration at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 27. Music from around the world will be featured under the direction of Michael Miller. With a focus on contemporary music, Miller brings a […]

Biblical Self Defense (aka “The Bible says What?) May 30, 2012 at 7:00 pm First Christian Church (3039 Willow Pass Rd., Concord)   What does the Bible really say about LGBTQ inclusion?  A workshop that explores the so called “clobber texts” in their context.  Hebrew Scriptures, Christian Scriptures, gender identity, and biblical conceptions of marriage.   […]

It’s Sparkle Sunday, May 20 at 10 a.m., so come join us for worship and let your light shine. We will also celebrate the sacrament of baptism, followed by refreshments and fellowship. We recognize, celebrate and give thanks for the many diverse gifts of God among us.  All are invited to participate in community and […]