Nancy Brink
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NANCY BRINK
DISCIPLES OF CHRIST
Omaha, Nebraska
I am Nancy Elaine Brink. I was born and raised in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and was ordained in 1979 in Hereford, TX. At that time I was married to an ordained man and planned to live out my ministry as part of a clergy couple.
As that marriage was ending, I fell in love with a friend – a woman. My coming out was a coming home to myself. I had no doubt that God loved me – but what about the church?
I spent the next 9 years in ministry but in the closet. It was only when I felt called to adopt a child in 1996 that I made the leap and came out. I’m so grateful for the loving support of North Side in Omaha, Nebraska where I continue as pastor.
I share my life with Maria Perez and our daughter Hannah. This stole was a gift made for me by an artist in the congregation, Bonita Ware.
DISCIPLES OF CHRIST
Omaha, Nebraska
I am Nancy Elaine Brink. I was born and raised in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and was ordained in 1979 in Hereford, TX. At that time I was married to an ordained man and planned to live out my ministry as part of a clergy couple.
As that marriage was ending, I fell in love with a friend – a woman. My coming out was a coming home to myself. I had no doubt that God loved me – but what about the church?
I spent the next 9 years in ministry but in the closet. It was only when I felt called to adopt a child in 1996 that I made the leap and came out. I’m so grateful for the loving support of North Side in Omaha, Nebraska where I continue as pastor.
I share my life with Maria Perez and our daughter Hannah. This stole was a gift made for me by an artist in the congregation, Bonita Ware.
Contribution Story
Archival Record
Stole Number: 1047
Honoree(s): Nancy Brink
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Geography: Nebraska (USA)
Faith Tradition: Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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Citation
“Nancy Brink,” LGBTQ Religious Archives Network, accessed May 4, 2024, https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/items/show/1210.