Jen Rude

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Tucson, AZ

This stole is dedicated to Jen Rude by her parents Ron and Nancy, and sister Angela, in thankfulness for Jen’s integrity, faith in Christ, brightness, love of people, and gifts for ordained Word and Sacrament ministry.

It is also given in hope and prayer that the EvangelicalLutheranChurch in America (ELCA) and its leaders will soon end their “policy of harm” toward lgbt couples, individuals, and their families, and live out God’s amazing gospel and justice in Christ for all persons.

As of June 2007, Jen’s call to ordained ministry, and the many affirmations of her faith community remain held in a state of “indefinite postponement” by the ELCA.

This stole was sent to us by Jen's parents and sister.

David Lohman
IWR and Faith Work Coordinator
National Gay & Lesbian Task Force's Institute for Welcoming Resources
Home of the Shower of Stoles Project
2007