41 20 857 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/471283dc33f5ed860a3729911fe723f5.jpg a319c99d1eeaf1120764f3c4f752acac https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/1b89d168a38eea306ccfc75394e3a6a3.jpg 1ca87984b79328883bf25cde59e89d73 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Solidarity Stole (First United Church) Stole Text (No narrative, signatures and church name only.) Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) United Church of Christ Contribution Date 1996 Contribution Story (Note: A signature stole is one that is covered with the signatures of both gay and straight members of a congregation, denominational governing body, or other organization. These stoles serve the dual purpose of showing support for LGBT persons, while also protecting their anonymity by including their names as "one among many".) The Shower of Stoles Project owes its very existence to First United Church of Oak Park, a More Light and Open and Affirming congregation working for the full inclusion of LGBT persons into the full life and leadership of the church. First United Church of Oak Park was formed in 1975 by the merger of First Presbyterian Church of Oak Park and First Congregational Church of Oak Park. Both congregations can trace their roots back to the same church, Oak Ridge Church of Harlem. Oak Ridge Church, which met in a small, wood-framed schoolhouse, counted among its thirteen founding members Mr. and Mrs. Anson Hemingway, grandparents of author Ernest Hemingway. The merger between these two churches was a unique and remarkable event. While most mergers take place between small, dying congregations, these two churches were both strong, healthy, fiscally sound churches when they decided to make this unprecedented move. Both congregations had long histories of work on the forefront of social justice causes. Looking for more opportunities for cooperative work between them, they concluded that by merging and selling off one of their two large physical plants they could use their common resources more effectively and put far more money towards mission giving. The result was the creation of a million dollar Special Mission Endowment Fund which has supported advocacy and justice efforts locally and across the globe. By late 1996, my partner, Tammy and I had collected well over three hundred stoles -- kept in plastic trash bags and old suitcases -- and were beginning to get requests for small displays from dozens of churches. At the time we were not incorporated "project" and had no funding; Tammy and I paid for these first displays out of our own pockets. Since we had both returned to school, however, and had very meager income from part-time jobs, we soon hit the financial wall. Two churches, FUOP and St. Luke Presbyterian Church of Wayzata, MN, sensed the importance of what we had in our hands and decided to take a chance. Both churches wrote us a check for a few thousand dollars with instructions to get the stoles out of trash bags and find a way to share them with the world. The end result of their generosity, we believe, is far greater than any of us could possibly have imagined. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 320 Title A name given to the resource Solidarity Stole (First United Church) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oak Park, Illinois (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource First United Church of Oak Park Ally Illinois More Light Presbyterians for Lesbian and Gay Concerns Open and Affirming in the UCC (ONA) Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) United Church of Christ https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/c14c7a4e212429c3e3b615cc8bc3f985.jpg a48a93a075a488f597bfd29916e1df00 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/bb8f21b953a5bd8beab1f410b7c4786f.jpg 827b5858655669d97fa003811fdf88a5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Raymond A. Gould Stole Text RAYMOND R. GOULD PRESBYTERIAN Told in May of 1954 by his seminary that he was unfit for ordination until such time as he consummate a marriage with a woman. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story Ray was a long time member of the Kansas City chapter of Presbyterians for Lesbian and Gay Concerns. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 107 Title A name given to the resource Raymond A. Gould Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Kansas City, Missouri (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Raymond A. Gould Gould, Raymond A. Missouri Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/f2c643d0a01e7ecbd3db8200ebdd1a39.jpg 925ef63a7031809f970e337441ae1175 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/83cfde6c9d71750ff899998d1f434dac.jpg ffcf422403ca723b4dac93bb7daa7167 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Lester Stole Text Lester Charter member, for 34 years organist, for 25 years an elder, and for a time treasurer of his church in Kansas City, Missouri. Though he lived with a partner for 37 years, he has been warmly accepted by his rather conservative congregation. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story This is one of twelve stoles donated by Merrill Proudfoot to honor friends and colleagues. Lester was a friend of mine as well. Part of an older generation (he was in his 70's when I first met him), he was an example of so many whom the church has treated with a double standard. It was quite obvious that his partner was more than just a "roommate" for 37 years. However, as long as Lester was willing not to talk openly about their relationship, the church was more than willing to take full advantage of his many musical and administrative gifts -- even to ordain him as an elder -- while at the same time voting to maintain the ban on LGBT ordination in presbytery. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 115 Title A name given to the resource Lester Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Kansas City, Missouri (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merrill Proudfoot Missouri Proudfoot, Merrill https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/c44cd6dcd7b3505ec9b7dea29feb4079.jpg 73a8981d4a89ddb594e1144d3b3a1b69 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/2fe79e29547a6391f605259f3b631597.jpg 5ad9443f09c865f587665aa0f6643e3a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Bill (Christian Educator) Stole Text Bill A graduate of Presbyterian School of Christian Education, sexual orientation was a major factor in directing him toward a Christian Education ministry, a role that did not require ordination. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story This is one of twelve stoles donated by Merrill Proudfoot in honor of friends and colleagues. We have no other information about Bill other than what is written on this stole. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 121 Title A name given to the resource Bill (Christian Educator) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Unknown, (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Merrill Proudfoot Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) Proudfoot, Merrill Theology United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/6442d5458a2dbe186af51d3033440571.jpg c968cb1dde36fc6d39fb5d00a1e7cc1a https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/3ee42b2e47225d00069ff71324160802.jpg e78f731b95f4bdfd52293350a0180251 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Anonymous (First Evangelical Covenant stole) Stole Text ANONYMOUS EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH At the 1996 Annual Meeting of the Evangelical Covenant Church, the denominational delegates passed a resolution on human sexuality that states, A publicly declared, legally binding marriage between one woman and one man is the one appropriate place for sexual intercourse. Heterosexual marriage, faithfulness within marriage, abstinence outside of marriage these constitute the Christian standard. The vote passing this resolution was followed by a congregational hymn, the words of which (printed on this stole) continue to be ironic in light of the denominations exclusion from membership and ministry those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender. This stole is in recognition of those LGBT pastors, ministers of music, directors of Christian education, seminarians, youth ministers, and educators in the Covenant denomination whose Christian witness has been denied or forced into silence due to sexual orientation or gender identification. Denomination Evangelical Covenant Church Contribution Date 2004 Contribution Story This stole came with very little information beyond the fact that it honors a closeted gay person. As of this writing, it is the only stole in the collection representing someone from the Evangelical Covenant Church. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 1005 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous (First Evangelical Covenant stole) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Withheld, (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anonymous Clergy Activist Evangelical Covenant Church Marriage Equality Ordination United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/24308fac5b1ceae9c26acd4e82d47454.jpg 850b5c56fca7a694e67225fe18d793b2 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/3cab56e5432d3aaacc37a3c9132bf4e0.jpg ebac20347ec4aab40b41892a5f5ebc9e https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/8a579e2d147e132b915a20b37731296a.jpg 4a3088bbeae3320e9958b5a848c7523d https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/c8a8e66045ea8c92997e3d2719691f0f.jpg 2f9079d40377dea603cde1fcace01400 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Roland Stringfellow Stole Text Roland Stringfellow Fort Wayne, IN Baptist Minister I have always longed to walk in the Sun. Praise the Lord Jesus for His Grace and guidance for leading me on a path of truth and integrity. My prayer is for my other brothers and sisters to also find peace and presence of God in their lives. May we all dwell in the Sun! Denomination Baptist Contribution Date 2003 Contribution Story This "stole" is one of two neckties in the collection, both donated by Baptists. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 920 Title A name given to the resource Roland Stringfellow Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Fort Wayne, Indiana (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Roland Stringfellow Baptist Clergy Activist Indiana Stringfellow, Roland Theology https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/dfcce19a5b031dca381ab8de390b1f25.jpg fa1bedf99957e982a6dea58a0e03d198 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a86d34d1857881ad8c37c0900096b193.jpg d2450aa560168171a7e41a2ef1ab71ca Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Linda Parr Stole Text LINDA PARR CHURCH OF GOD (ANDERSON, INDIANA) Minister for more than twenty years. Credentials removed when I "came out." Now a minister at The Church Within, a nondenominational church in Indianapolis. This stole is a gift from Rev. Howard Warren Denomination Church of God (Anderson, IN) Contribution Date 2002 Contribution Story This stole was dedicated at an interfaith service in Indianapolis in 2002. The Anderson, IN branch of the Church of God is extraordinarily conservative, but does acknowledge the leadership of lay women to work in some capacities within a congregation. In Linda's case, she was a minister in a congregation for two decades. After coming out, she worked with a small group of LGBT friends in Indianapolis to found a non-denominational church that has become active in the community and in interfaith work at the state and local levels. Howard Warren was for many years a leader in the movement for the full inclusion of LGBT persons in the life and leadership of the Presbyterian Church, both nationally and state-wide. Many LGBT people of faith, including Linda Parr, count Howard as a mentor and friend. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 904 Title A name given to the resource Linda Parr Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Linda Parr Church of God Indiana Ordination Parr, Linda Warren, Howard https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/3945ba063b3888b5fd21e05824d3d114.jpg f3c45d80f1c727c2ac82afaf47ec5d2b https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/f2728d28a683d6436d532bd4bbce1078.jpg 0349870b331ebb8f93c888c68b5af29e https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a264c89faa616ff5b9bc4ec2973fcd8c.jpg a6214d7e2299a76e39dfab8d2e610424 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/870e34ecc6281c0530cd196cbeb55bba.jpg c8443e427cf463d86101a43243fc5cc9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Jennifer L. Walters Stole Text JENNIFER L. WALTERS EPISCOPAL I was raised Roman Catholic and felt called to the priesthood since I was a child. I had always thought that it was my religious nature that made me feel so different from other kids. Then, in college when I began to realize that I was lesbian AND Christian, my difference and sense of isolation became even more profound, though I felt embraced by God throughout. In 1992 I was the first openly lesbian candidate for ordination in the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan. I had received threats and at our church convention opponents called me the anti-Christ. The bishop who ordained me in 1994 was charged with heresy. My community made this stole and gave it to me to wear on my ordination day. I give thanks for the love and support of my church community, and family. It is only by the grace of God that I continue to serve as a priest in the church. Denomination Episcopal Church Roman Catholic Church Contribution Date 2002 Contribution Story It is, indeed, "only by the grace of God" that Jennifer Walters is an Episcopal priest today, given the threat she endured and one of the only heresy trials to take place in the past century. Jennifer is the chaplain at Smith College. Her stole is covered with symbols denoting women in the Bible. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 899 Title A name given to the resource Jennifer L. Walters Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant North Hampton, Massachusetts (United States) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer L. Walters Catholic Church Trials Episcopal Church Massachusetts Ordination Roman Catholic Theology Walters, Jennifer L. Women and Religion https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a84450e0e77a263a3190f2bd26b37b06.jpg c6861e7ff2fcde784ad602d52bd940d1 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/fb675861049fc8b3ce5f03d7d0f76383.jpg 35338dc6e84f5165441fed4346bcb95c https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/10d3dd1555f0b7e1be647d1f313f394c.jpg 1fed5a1fe82aac0bad1a76e057447d0a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Don Streeter Stole Text Don Streeter Community of Christ Salem, Oregon I knew that I viewed boys and girls differently from the time puberty struck but didn't realize that what I felt was defined as homosexuality. I had always promised God, myself, and my wife that I would be faithful to our marriage covenant and I am proud that I did, even though my head would often turn at the sight of other men. Shortly after our divorce, my inner being begged to be recognized and dealt with. I found a support group and upon my first visit was able to come to grips with my sexuality and came to embrace it as part of who I was instead of enduring the self-loathing and contempt that I had experienced before. For the first time in my life I was able to look in the mirror and love the person I saw instead of seeing him with disgust and derision. I was called to the office of Teacher in 1971 and several years later to Priest. I loved those offices dearly! When I came out in November 1993, I naively expected the support of my church family (not the congregation I attend now) but instead found myself very much alone. My pastor and district president were unsupportive and seemed more concerned with expediency than honor. I was silenced on the grounds that I had "disrupted a worship service" (I read a coming out statement during a 9:45 a.m. early morning worship) and for "betraying the trust of the congregation." My lines of appeal were not available as the district president had already supported the pastor, our regional administrator was dealing with his own divorce proceedings, and an apostle had not yet been reassigned to our area. I gave up hope. Denomination Community of Christ (formerly RLDS) Contribution Date 2002 Contribution Story Don Streeter's stole is quite the fabulous creation. Made of wildly colored bunched fabric with paper flowers and strings of colored beads, it was once voted the "gayest stole in the collection" by a small group of LGBT United Methodists. But this bright, festive stole holds an immensely painful story. Don served his church well and loved that work with all his heart. He expected his church to return this love when he came out. Instead he was "silenced," a ritual in Latter Day Saint traditions (no longer practiced in the Community of Christ) which effectively isolates a member from family, friends and church, while cutting off the member's ability to speak on their own behalf. In a tradition that places a high value on family and community, the impact of silencing on LGBT folk like Don is devastating. There is no "good news" at the end of this story. Don ends it simply, "I gave up hope." It is remarkable that, out of this horrendous experience, Don still was able to produce that exudes the positive strength he has gained from his faith in God, and even acknowledges his call to serve -- a pamphlet describing RLDS Priesthood is attached to the stole. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 862 Title A name given to the resource Don Streeter Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Salem, Oregon (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Don Streeter Clergy Activist Community of Christ Oregon Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Streeter, Don Theology https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/0c983dacd5bdbb884c4829b708bae85a.jpg 28052128b427dd870a08c4357c899a2e https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a856c089d301d19f59a5610fa89e3368.jpg 29c61bce5fffe677e3a716b4d28c64e2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Charles Slap Stole Text Rev. Dr. Charles Slap, Minister First Unitarian Society Schenectady, New York 1985-1992 Died of AIDS November 28, 1992 There are so many hassles in life for those of us who share the human condition. Let us not add to them through prejudice. Whether we are black or white, male or female, straight or gay, we are on this voyage together. As we are all different, let us appreciate our differences. As we are all human, let us support each other in our humanity. James Baldwin, a black and a gay person, sums up my thoughts on this issue: "The sea rises, the light falls, lovers cling to each other, and children cling to us. The moment we cease to hold each other, The moment we break faith with one another, the sea engulfs us and the light goes out." From Charles Slap's sermon "Beyond Acceptance" March 8, 1987 Denomination Unitarian Universalist Contribution Date 2001 Contribution Story This was the first Unitarian stole donated to the collection. People often express surprise at the presence of Unitarian stoles in the collection, since Unitarians pride themselves in being one of the most LGBT-affirming denominations in the U.S. While this is certainly true, over the years LGBT persons have struggled to find universal welcome and acceptance even among Unitarians. An excerpt from donor Becky Holder's letter to us sheds light on how courageous souls like Charles Slap have helped to bring more awareness to the UUA: <blockquote> I knew Charles as the minister of the First Unitarian Society of Schenectady from 1985 until his death in 1992. Although Unitarian Universalism has been on record as supporting the rights of bisexual, gay and lesbian people since 1970, Charles was advised by the Schenectady lay leaders in 1985 not to come out as a gay man to the congregation. So he "served in silence" until he was diagnosed with AIDS in 1991. At that time, a congregational meeting was called. Charles' physician, the church leadership and a UUA representative were to be present to explain his health crisis. The denominational representative suggested that Charles stay away from that meeting. But, as Charles said at that time, "It is my congregation." He chose to speak. The response was a standing ovation from the members who were present. In his final sermon, "Two Black Cats," delivered on March 29, 1992, Charles wrote, "What have I learned about closure this past year? In what ways have the various crises forced me to grow?... I learned to say thank you, to accept the gifts of love and care and time that have been given me these past months... From the community of saints that helps not just me but all who are hurting, from the love I have received as minister of this church, I learned about love in community." Charles Slap was a wonderful minister. Many of his sermons were written after he had learned (but his parishioners had not) that he had contracted the HIV virus. His reflections on the meaning of life, death, love and relationships continue to influence my theology and the way I live today. His inspiration and friendship were a great gift. </blockquote> (Note: With the donor's pemission, this stole was reconstructed in 2003 due to deterioration of the original print transfer panels.) Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 830 Title A name given to the resource Charles Slap Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Schenectady, New York (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Becky Holder AIDS Ally Clergy Activist Holder, Becky New York Slap, Charles Theology Unitarian Universalist https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/5517195522029c12b1dfcf9681a746af.jpg 2eb61f502424e3b74b7bcfe6e536fff4 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/7d6582b6dd82141edc39051dc9b995d0.jpg 8a074362e0635a8aa84dbb121a592192 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/2f5bcf9cd6eb1a13edc2eedfd56d8bec.jpg 529d076ebec94d5db05c552afb31b0c3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Roland A. Hollins Stole Text In Memory of Roland A. Hollins He studied to be a priest but never took his final vows "for obvious reasons." From his friend Phil Campbell, in memory of Roland, his love of the church, and his commitment to his companion of 25 years. Denomination Roman Catholic Church Contribution Date 2001 Contribution Story This is the first Roman Catholic stole given to the collection. Phil Campbell donated it on behalf of his friend, Roland Hollins, who passed away on July 21, 2000 at the age of 73. This satin brocade stole is a piece unique to Catholic and similar traditions that make use of multi-layer "high church" liturgical garb. It is short (less than 2') and wide, with a cross piece to hold its shape. It is intended to be worn over an alb or robe and surplice with a wide collar. Because of its distinct style, it has caught the eye of many Catholics who have viewed displays of the stoles over the years. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 710 Title A name given to the resource Roland A. Hollins Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Unknown, (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Phil Campbell Campbell, Phil Catholic Hollins, Roland A. Ordination Roman Catholic United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/5ef43bbbed6dc7b658e3ab52885fe152.jpg b41dd7dfee92371108505bf2af325482 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/17650f670955456a2cc1c558cc2eed78.jpg 903da28be2b8818b96ab53e51c9d5a1e https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/c2588d9566b233d206478e4ba986d54a.jpg 0ab380d516b13a9832791dac8047bd84 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Signature Stole (Emmanuel Baptist - Friedens United Church of Christ, Schenectady NY) Stole Text DON'T BE AFRAID TO BE DIFFERENT EBC/FUCC This signature stole was designed by the Senior High Youth Group of Emmanuel Baptist-Friedens United Church of Christ of Schenectady, New York. Denomination American Baptist/USA United Church of Christ Contribution Date 2001 Contribution Story (Note: A signature stole is one that is covered with the signatures of both gay and straight members of a congregation, denominational governing body, or other organization. These stoles serve the dual purpose of showing support for LGBT persons, while also protecting their anonymity by including their names as "one among many".) This was the first stole we received from an American Baptist Church. It was created by the Emmanuel-Friedens senior high youth group not only to honor the LGBT folk and their allies in the church, but also to encourage LGBT folk -- and churches -- to step out of fear and embrace fully who they are, whom they love and support, and what they believe. I was invited to Emmanuel-Friedens for a display of the stoles -- also a first for a Baptist Church -- and to receive this stole at a dedication service. I was delighted to spend a few days with a lively, inspiring, thoughtful and compassionate group of kids (and adults!) who gave me great hope for the future. They were all quite proud that their own youth first made it possible for American Baptists to be represented in this collection. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 702 Title A name given to the resource Signature Stole (Emmanuel Baptist - Friedens United Church of Christ, Schenectady NY) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Schenectady, New York (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Emmanuel Baptist - Friedens United Church of Christ Ally American Baptist/USA New York United Church of Christ https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/7a9d84d0abdc2b49e3f6d20bff70aa28.jpg a10b2dfdd1a48a5cb59cade9e051561d https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a9cfbc486f912fe2398b3443ec600368.jpg 11528739d5ac87416936a508893d6522 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Ben Guess Stole Text THE REV. BEN GUESS PASTOR, ZION UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (1992 TO PRESENT) HENDERSON, KENTUCKY I was baptized, confirmed and ordained in the United Methodist Church. A lifetime member of First United Methodist Church in Henderson, Kentucky, I came out as a gay man while a student at Vanderbilt Divinity School. While at Vanderbilt, I placed my hope in the 1992 General Conference which was supposed to hear/act on a four-year study and recommendation that affirmed the gifts of lesbian and gay people in the church. However, when this report was not even heard by the General Conference, I knew that any ministry I would possibly have in the UMC would always be filled with secrets and fear. After serving rural parishes during seminary and one year after graduation, I decided that - in order to be the best minister I could be - it was necessary for me to find a congregation and denomination that wanted all of me. I transferred my credentials to the United Church of Christ, finding a loving and accepting atmosphere for my successful parish ministry, now going on 8 years. When I left the UMC, many many in my home church were surprised and frustrated and even angry with me for leaving the UMC as if I had any choice. They felt like I had left them but I saw it the other way around. Very few realized that, yes, this fear-based, flawed, and sinful policy in the Book of Discipline was impacting the whole church even our congregation in Henderson. The time has come for a change. Denomination United Church of Christ United Methodist Church Contribution Date 2000 Contribution Story This stole from Rev. Ben Guess was the first one we received honoring someone in the United Church of Christ. Although the United Church of Christ welcomes LGBT persons fully into its life and leadership at all levels, UCC stoles now count as the third largest denominational subset of stoles in the collection. The reason for this is reflected in Ben's story: the UCC has become a magnet for gifted, capable, faithful pastors who have left other denominations in search of a place that would welcome their service to God and the church. The majority of the UCC stoles in this collection tell the larger story of a people in exile, searching for a place to call home that will honor their lives and their callings, bless their relationships, and embrace their families. Once again, the UMC's loss is truly the UCC's gain. Ben Guess is now the editor of United Church News, the largest news organization of the United Church of Christ. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 608 Title A name given to the resource Ben Guess Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Henderson, Kentucky (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ben Guess Guess, Ben Kentucky Methodist Ordination Theology United Church of Christ United Methodist Church https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/9a035fc8f6e1bcca321f22c14490d79a.jpg 49fc1589180f0a44a10f8c0f51a46ef8 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/af50adc632ac434f1da9ba6c4c9d6adb.jpg a7f6a5162a3575b45ca7265224ebb3c3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Anonymous ("Missouri Synod Lutheran - St. Louis, MO") Stole Text ANONYMOUS Missouri Synod Lutheran St. Louis, MO Denomination Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod Contribution Date 1999 Contribution Story This stoles was received with no return address and no note enclosed, so we know nothing more about the identity of the donor other than what is contained on this stole. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 498 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous ("Missouri Synod Lutheran - St. Louis, MO") Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant St. Louis, Missouri (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anonymous Lutheran Missouri St. Louis Theology https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/940857b06a4bad412b4aec59ef143698.jpg 4e1bcd8e69d0e9de05f4061c7b50a398 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/49226048cc1e99504f61b1f875e3d47e.jpg f2a382d19f68328ab4005effa934ae26 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/22c671af79bdd7b9e284a2ea1ec487c9.jpg f31f4821e66c51608b403d290fa41d80 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Anonymous (Partners in Life, Partners in Ministry) Stole Text Purple Stole: Then Our Light Shall Break Forth Like The Dawn Isaiah 58:8 (painted on both panels) Blue Stole: Partners In Life, Partners in Ministry Story: As ministers of Word and Sacrament We reach out to all people of God, Preaching, Baptising, Serving, Teaching, Listening, Caring, Giving, Receiving. From our hands you have received Bread and Cup, From our hearts you have received the outpouring of our love. Some day, we will not only be counted, we will be named. Some day, we will wear these stoles and you will recognize us. Perhaps you will know then that God calls us all to be ministers, doing justice, loving kindness and walking humbly with God. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story This stole was one of the original 80 stoles that were on display on Sept. 16, 1995 when I set aside my ordination before Heartland Presbytery (see stole #1 for details). It was donated by two gay ministers who are life partners. To protect their anonymity, and thereby their jobs, they maintain separate residences. These two stoles were created separately and then sewn together at the top so that, in their words, "within the confines of this project, at least, we will always be together." Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 55 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous (Partners in Life, Partners in Ministry) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Unknown, (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anonymous Marriage Equality Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) Theology United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a1203c8867a4cce26074f8f563969ff5.jpg 38cf96ca765b420a72c70efb437f659b https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/bb3133072faf1ef9c96aaabf7a1ff795.jpg fdc58ce29add3d2214ccaae2a9bd55fb https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/2e7ffc05947fcd267f5cbaed3525a6dc.jpg b9f706614dc689c24f6400fe9eea1eac Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Anonymous (Presbyterian Missionary) Stole Text Minister, Ordained 1952 Husband, Father, Grandfather Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story This stole was one of the original 80 stoles that were on display on Sept. 16, 1995 when I set aside my ordination before Heartland Presbytery (see stole #1 for details). It honors a minister who served as a Presbyterian missionary overseas for 43 years. (He has since retired and returned to the U.S.) This anonymous gay man and his wife of many years have remained married; she made this stole in his honor for the Shower of Stoles collection. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 23 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous (Presbyterian Missionary) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Geneva, (Switzerland) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anonymous Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/be77cf613842b0c4532f97d1a0e0cb76.jpg 91e544822159f17db6541858ce63181d https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/dfe1b10ea6d66d8cf3d371212714a7af.jpg d6341dbe37f69f36aadfd0c7405eb177 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. My Lesbian Daughter Stole Text This Stole Is Given To Honor My Lesbian Daughter The Rev. B. David Hostetter Newark, New Jersey Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story This stole was one of the original 80 stoles that were on display on Sept. 16, 1995 when I set aside my ordination before Heartland Presbytery (see stole #1 for details). This stole is generations old. It was given to us by a retired pastor, David Hostetter, to honor his daughter. Made of heavy black material trimmed with black cord and fringe, its only color being that of a small maltese-style cross of dark gold metal thread woven into the neck area , it stands in stark contrast to the more colorful stoles that surround it at displays. It is the sort of stole that was worn for funerals up until the early part of the last century. More than a few parents have commented over the years that it embodies the immense grief and loss so many parents experience over the church's rejection of their children. It is a precious -- and powerful -- part of this collection. Martha Juillerat Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 40 Title A name given to the resource My Lesbian Daughter Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Newark, New Jersey (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rev. B. David Hostetter Ally Hostetter, David New Jersey Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/43743e1bc8f1506a072da7a05ed31bac.jpg d174aa81fd764f6b2a3afccb4302d09f https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/9bdc15bc5d51c9b60fe6abae961cfe6a.jpg 7da74d89d1818c3a48f24fd270ee1698 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. First Presbyterian Church, Cottage Grove (Solidarity Stole) Stole Text FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cottage Grove, Oregon We are two elders at the First Presbyterian Church in Cottage Grove, Oregon. After the Shower of Stoles Project was displayed at our church, we decided that we wanted to make a stole to honor the men and women in our denomination who are denied ordination because of their sexual orientation. This includes members of our congregation, members of our families, and many of our friends. The stole was worn by our minister for a dedication in which our congregation participated. Many of our signatures appear on the back of the stole. Thank you for the Shower of Stoles Project. You are all in our prayers. – De Martysus and Christine Heritage DEDICATION OF THE STOLE To the glory of God and the enrichment of the worshiping community, We dedicate this stole. In thankfulness for the love, imagination and hands that created it, We dedicate this stole. To the end that we may include all those who are called into ministry, We dedicate this stole. To the end that the unity and harmony of the church may better reflect the inclusive and intimate love of God, We dedicate this stole. That the holy purposes of God revealed to us in the worship life of the church may draw us into a closer communion and full acceptance of all God’s people. Amen. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 2006 Contribution Story (Note: A signature stole is one that is covered with the signatures of both gay and straight members of a congregation, denominational governing body, or other organization. These stoles serve the dual purpose of showing support for LGBT persons, while also protecting their anonymity by including their names as "one among many".) First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove, OR, is a More Light congregation, working for the full inclusion of LGBT persons in the life and leadership of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 1073 Title A name given to the resource First Presbyterian Church, Cottage Grove (Solidarity Stole) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Cottage Grove, Oregon (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource De Martysus and Christine Heritage, for First Presbyterian Church Ally Heritage, Christine Martysus, De More Light Presbyterians for Lesbian and Gay Concerns Ordination Oregon Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/98ce9393d9add067b91a1df873bea1bc.jpg 19e13c4d4b77f76eabb82350f2370fa2 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/5701016282566910627bca6154524040.jpg c71ee5bf11a0cde659f7c9ef01ef552a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Joe Amico Stole Text JOE AMICO First United Methodist Church Oshkosh, Wisconsin In 1987, my wife requested a separation to work on her own issues. During that time, former parishioners and friends told me how they had never known me to be so peaceful. I realized I needed to deal with my own issues and come out. At that time, I was Senior Pastor of First United Methodist Church in Oshkosh, WI, one of the larger churches in the Wisconsin conference. I had been Conference Youth Coordinator for 7 years, served on just about every major conference board and was, at that time, on the Executive Committee of the Board of Ordained Ministry. In fact, I had written the conferences policy on what self avowed, practicing homosexual meant. When I came out to the Bishop, he insisted I leave my current position and go on Leave of Absence. I refused and eight months later, after bi-monthly meetings with the Cabinet, we finally agreed that I would find a position that would meet the criteria for Appointment Beyond the Local Church. During Advent, the Bishop placed me on a three month study leave from which I would not return. The leave was to allow me the time needed to interview for other positions. Unheard of in the United Methodist Church at that time, the Bishop appointed an Interim to cover the study leave and ensuing time until the next Annual Conference. Neither the congregation nor I ever got closure on my ministry there since the Bishop refused to allow me to tell the real reasons I left. There was no good bye ceremony and no thank yous. No time to grieve or express other feelings. Just confusion on the part of the congregation and deep hurt on my part. However, on that last Sunday in November of 1987, since I knew the real reasons for my departure and the fact that I would never return to that or any other United Methodist pulpit again, after I pronounced the benediction, I laid my stole across the pulpit as I exited to shake hands at the door. Many were startled and those who knew (including the Staff Parish Relations Committee) wept. This stole was created by the Hmong people using a process called counted cross stitch. It was given to me by a confirmand in a previous parish by him and his single parent mother, in appreciation for my work with them. Hmong artwork tells the story of a displaced people. This stole tells my story, having been displaced by the church I loved. Denomination United Methodist Church Contribution Date 2006 Contribution Story This stole tells two stories. First, it is an exquisite work of art, an intricate labor of love created by a Hmong mother and her child, from a family of refugees, to express their great appreciation for Joe Amico's ministry. Second, it tells a story that is told far too often: that of the clumsy, awkward, "closeted" way in which church officials have dealt with LGBT pastors who have come out to them. Silence -- avoiding confrontation -- has often taken precedence over the clear pastoral needs of ministers and their congregations by governing staff who would sooner cast a congregation and its pastor into months of inner turmoil than confront their own discomfort with the truth. The result is unpastoral and unconscionable treatment of God's faithful people. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 1072 Title A name given to the resource Joe Amico Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oshkosh, Wisconsin (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Joe Amico Amico, Joe Asian Church Trials Ordination United Methodist Church Wisconsin https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/557c075ed4ea089e953954e5be88df24.jpg 6c24e6d6a63bc2bfb066ebb38f190e37 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/3c4799358319df0da7fb1a559cb0922a.jpg 1fe65beb19e049aa2626749855483a7d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Shower of Stoles Description An account of the resource Items (stoles) for the Shower of Stoles exhibit Stole A stole in the Shower of Stoles exhibit Honoree The person honored by the creation of thestole. Anonymous (First African Methodist Episcopal Church stole) Stole Text ANONYMOUS AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sent anonymously by a same gender loving, ordained Itinerant Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. This stole symbolizes the pain and silence of so many within this historic black denomination founded on the freedom and dignity of all God's children. It comes with the prayer that the African Methodist Episcopal Church may one day truly be a liberating and reconciling people. Until that day is realized for the Church of Allen* and the universal church, I remain in unity, struggle, and prayer, Anonymous *Richard Allen was the first pastor ordained in the AME in 1816 at Bethel Chapel in Philadelphia Denomination African Methodist Episcopal Church Contribution Date 2005 Contribution Story This stole was sent to us without a return address, and we have no other information about the donor. As of this writing, it is the only one we have received representing someone from the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Since its inclusion in the collection, several African Americans, particularly United Methodists, have expressed their gratitude for its being displayed around the country, acknowledging that dialogue around LGBT issues in that denomination has barely begun. It is our hope that this stole will spark more dialogue and, hopefully, more progress towards the full embrace of LGBT folk in the AME church. Martha Juillerat Founder, Shower of Stoles Project 2006 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 1026 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous (First African Methodist Episcopal Church stole) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Unknown, (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anonymous African American African Methodist Episcopal Church Allen, Richard Civil Rights Movement Clergy Activist Theology