The June 2025 edition of The Welcoming Spirit is now live—and this one is especially close to our heart. Released just in time for Pride Month, this issue is packed with stories that spotlight AWAB’s ongoing mission of radical inclusion, public witness, and LGBTQ+ faith advocacy.
Inside this edition, you’ll find:
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Pride in Action – A full report on AWAB’s participation in the Collective of Queer Christian Leaders’ rally in Washington, DC.
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Reflections on Pride – Rev. Lauren Ng, our Board Chair, shares how Pride is personal for her family.
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Showing Up with Integrity – A quick-read guide for churches supporting local Pride events with care, humility, and joy.
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Limited-Edition Pride Logos – Learn the story behind AWAB’s exclusive Pride-themed branding for 2025.
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New Member Highlights – Celebrate the growing number of churches joining the AWAB family this season.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to our work, we hope this edition of The Welcoming Spirit encourages you in your faith and fuels your commitment to justice.
Read the full issue now below and subscribe at www.awab.org/newsletter