The Transgender Working Group of the Episcopal Diocese of California, which serves with the support of our bishop and wider diocese, is deeply distressed and alarmed by the growing wave of discriminatory rhetoric and actions from national, state, and local governing bodies in the United States. These actions are causing deep harm to Transgender, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit communities.
As Christians, we condemn these attacks on our Transgender, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit siblings and affirm the following convictions:
- All people, of every gender and age, are created in the image of God.
- Transgender, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit people, as beloved creations of God, have an inherent right to respect and dignity.
- All Transgender, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit people are entitled to the essential freedom of bodily autonomy.
We are committed to working toward a future where all of God’s children, regardless of gender identity, are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. To our Transgender, Non-Binary, and Two-Spirit siblings, know that you are not alone. The Transgender Working Group of the Diocese of California stands with you.
If you or anyone you know would benefit from spiritual, emotional, or liturgical support, please do not hesitate to contact us at the Diocesan Offices at 415-673-5015.
Transgender Day of Visibility worship services that are happening:
- San Francisco – Sunday, March 30th at Grace Cathedral, SF, 6 p.m.
- South Bay – Saturday, April 5th at St. Peter’s, Redwood City, 10 a.m., with fellowship following.
