LYNC At the Leadership Gathering - Thursday Update
LYNC Volunteers were again ready to greet Leadership Gathering participants at Knox United Church in Calgary. While many people scoot in the doors quickly to get out of the cold, some linger to say hello and catch up.
LYNC At the Leadership Gathering – Wednesday Update
Day two of the Leadership Gathering started early for LYNC volunteers. Before the sun rose in Calgary, they were ready to share more scarves and brochures about LYNC.
LYNC At the Leadership Gathering - Tuesday Update
An update from day 1 of the Leadership Gathering. LYNC began connecting with participants, offered a Land Acknowledgement, and worked on building relationships across the church.
LYNC Is on the Ground in Calgary
LYNC representatives are in Calgary, sharing coalition resources, building relationships, and inviting United Methodist leaders to imagine a more just, loving, and inclusive church.
Follow RMN’s Calgary Updates on WhatsApp
Connect with Reconciling Ministries Network’s Calgary updates on WhatsApp and follow the work of one of LYNC’s member organizations during the Leadership Gathering.
Support Needed for LYNC Outreach
Help support LYNC’s Calgary outreach, connecting emerging United Methodist leaders with our coalition members and their work for justice and inclusion.
LYNC Adds Presence at Council of Bishops Gathering
LYNC representatives will be in Calgary October 20–24, 2026, sharing coalition values and building relationships in spaces outside the official Leadership Gathering.
NAIC Offers Public Statement on Lands and Waters
Two statements from the Native American International Caucus call for protection of sacred Indigenous lands and solidarity with the Lumbee People defending their waters and homeland.
LYNC Leaders Share Values and Concerns with COB
The Love Your Neighbor Coalition (LYNC), a 15-group coalition of advocates, released an open letter to the Council of Bishops to urge them to fulfill their leadership role as we all face climate change, war crimes, trafficking, full inclusion, global partnerships, genocide, and more as they prepare for an upcoming meeting of select United Methodist leaders from around the world.
LYNC Calls for Reconsideration of Bishop’s Event
In a letter to Bishop Tracy Malone and other Council of Bishops leaders, the Love Your Neighbor Coalition (LYNC) urges the Council of Bishops to reconsider the Leadership Gathering called for in 2026.
Thank You!
“General Conference-Charlotte” is now behind us. LYNC was a strong presence with volunteers from around the world to spread the Good News of God’s inclusive and expansive love. The intersections of our work helped us to better understand how we are each impacted by inequalities, inequities, and systemic oppression
JUSTice Highlights - May 4, 2024
Today’s issue of JUSTice Highlights for a Just Church. Thank You for your support! What’s next for LYNC?
JUSTice Highlights - May 3, 2024
Today’s issue of JUSTice Highlights for a Just Church. While major issues have been resolved, legislation continues including key items of interest to the LYNC coalition.
Jubilee for LGBTQIA+ Deacons
May 1 and 2 brought a windfall of legislative victories for multiple marginalized groups in The United Methodist Church. Among them was a petition entitled “Granting Sacramental Authority to Deacons in Their Ministry Setting” which was adopted by the body of the Conference. Two deacons share their story.
UMC GCAH Launches LGBTQ Heritage Center
Against the backdrop of historic legislation marking an end to 52 years of restrictions, the United Methodist Church unveils plans for a Center for LGBT Heritage, aiming to preserve and amplify the voices of queer individuals within the denomination.
JUSTice Highlights - May 2, 2024
Today’s issue of JUSTice Highlights for a Just Church. While major issues have been resolved, legislation continues including key items of interest to the LYNC coalition.
Judicial Council Election Results
A summary of Judicial Council Elections. The new Judicial Council will take office at the end of the General Conference.
“I am a Proud, Out, Gay, Woman, Child of God”
For The Rev Dianne Tobey Covault, removal of the restriction on gay and lesbian clergy in The United Methodist Church, “feels like that rock has not only been lifted, but thrown away.” In an interview with Joelle Hennerman, She shares how this will allow for a new way of doing ministry for her.
JUSTice Highlights - May 1, 2024
Today’s issue of JUSTice Highlights for a Just Church. Legislative action continues as the list of successful petitions from Coalition partners grows.
JUSTice Highlights - April 30, 2024
Today’s issue of JUSTice Highlights for a Just Church. Legislative action continues as the list of successful petitions from Coalition partners grows.