20 20 2500 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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/78fcf771ec06f4d0b4ee9bf2d2453982.jpg 39a7a6e428e3f1c5084907aa9f387217 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/cb8fcb91631779b1756ff769329db449.jpg 1913cc97733d1a97f8ac1b110116d6d8 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/d695894c43bd3ec511ce74d513f00a88.jpg 8fc3566c8043ed48979b246c2d2ead50 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 (San Francisco Theological Seminary, More Light Chapter) Stole Text This stole is a gift from the More Light Chapter at San Francisco Theological Seminary. It is given to recognize and give voice to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students who have gone before us and are currently in our midst. As more light is cast upon the scriptures, may our church become complete as all individuals called and gifted by God are recognized as unique, but equal partners in our mission of spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. May 1, 2002 Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 2002 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 work of art was created by a student at SFTS. The left panel is charcoal gray streaks resembling smoke, with colors and symbols scattered randomly along its length. The right panel is colored with bright yellow and gold "flames with gold glitter. At the base is the symbol of the Presbyterian Church (USA) created from a wild tapestry of colored material. Above this, the same symbol appears blown apart, with the descending dove "released" at the top. Both sides are covered with signatures. 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 525 Title A name given to the resource Signature Stole (San Francisco Theological Seminary, More Light Chapter) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant San Anselmo, California (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource San Francisco Theological Seminary, More Light Chapter Ally California More Light Presbyterians for LGBT Concerns Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) San Francisco https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/fa98e507d42fd6c29d98d3454f82928c.jpg 03ff3fce8ecbb6d3d439db2d28410b34 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/3bc25354b1c901ac3d97f7589b1ad3ce.jpg c074143ffd902746bbf0f9fa7aeb9ccf https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/ed08b27f7307d08b0cc7ca18bfe0eeec.jpg 1432fd64d0d6829adbebd6f94ca165e8 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 (St. John the Evangelist United Methodist-Presbyterian Church, Columbia MD) Stole Text St. John United Columbia MD A More Light Congregation Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) United Church of Christ Contribution Date 1996 Contribution Story St. John United's commitment to inclusiveness is integral to every facet of their being -- from their covenant and mission to their place of worship and even the city in which they reside. Columbia, MD owes much of its heritage to James Rouse, a mortgage banker, developer and most important a visionary who, in the 1960's was the driving force behind the creation of this planned community. At a time when the ecumenical movement was flourishing, Rouse's own commitment to inclusiveness was realized in the creation of the Columbia Interfaith Centers where "the bold, new idea of different religious expressions working together where possible and having independent integrity when needed began... Thus, from early on, Jews, Protestants, and Roman Catholics planned to live together in creative tension to maximize their respective and collective interests." (quote from the CIC website) Four Interfaith Centers, with a fifth being planned, provide facilities for eighteen widely diverse religious congregations. St. John United has been under the CIC umbrella since its founding in 1969. St. John United is a More Light and Open and Affirming congregation, committed to welcoming LGBT persons into the full life and leadership of the church. This is one of two signature stoles from St. John; this one is covered with signatures, the second is dedicated to those who are "serving in silence." These stoles were created for inclusion at the 1996 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA), before the collection expanded into denominations outside the Presbyterian Church. Therefore, only its "More Light" designation was included on the stoles. 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 205 Title A name given to the resource Signature Stole (St. John the Evangelist United Methodist-Presbyterian Church, Columbia MD) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Columbia, Maryland (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource St. John the Evangelist United Methodist-Presbyterian Church Ally Ecumenical Maryland More Light Presbyterians for LGBT Concerns Open and Affirming in the UCC (ONA) Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) United Church of Christ https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/8c14e6dc47ae53da30c5d4292158f493.jpg 01cab2a5530347309d10e69612f695b4 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/6e07cd3cb8ed177c5eb6357082eb583b.jpg d57f6c24ad21f4d2827aa696822ad26d https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/b9c3df3ab148f154208de3fc7226d89e.jpg 2d271c80aa023532a1f1853336ccb425 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 (College of Wooster) Stole Text (No narrative, signatures only) Denomination Ecumenical Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1998 Contribution Story This is one of three signature stoles from the College of Wooster. This stole is signed by faculty, staff and students of the college. (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 College of Wooster was founded by Presbyterians, and although it it now fully independent the college maintains close ties to the denomination. Wooster boasts a long commitment to progressive values; the first PhD in the college's history was awarded to a woman, Annie Irish, in 1882. The college admitted its first Black students in the 1880's and has always maintained an internationally diverse student body. 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 178 Title A name given to the resource Signature Stole (College of Wooster) Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Wooster, Ohio (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Students and Faculty at The College of Wooster Ally Civil Rights Movement Ecumenical Feminism Irish, Annie Ohio Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/a69fc88edd3aa3cf7e1e367af48f444f.jpg 57070cc02dc85fbb63183ee3126f9e10 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/f6a4af50761d6bc637b5f0b508fe54aa.jpg 97ab2ee565857b1c60bf146a546986bd 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 Stole Text This Signature Stole is a gift from Ernest and Mary Juillerat on behalf of the friends and families of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered Presbyterians. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1995 Contribution Story (Note: A solidarity 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 is the first signature stole to become a part of the Shower of Stoles collection. A gift from my parents, and made by my good friend Cynthia Ogletree, the first signatures were allies from Heartland Presbytery who were present on Sept. 16, 1995, when I set aside my ordination. More signatures were added a few weeks later when the governing boards of Presbyterians for Lesbian and Gay Concerns (PLGC) and the More Light Churches Network (MLCN) came to Kansas City for a joint meeting. A few additional signatures were added at the MLCN national conference in early 1996, but new signature stoles were already in the making by the time of this conference. Cynthia Ogletree made the pattern for this stole by reproducing the construction of what is believed to be the oldest stole in the collection, one given by David Hostetter in honor of his daughter (#40). 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 130 Title A name given to the resource 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 , (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ernest and Mary Juillerat Ally Clergy Activist Hostetter, David Juillerat, Ernest Juillerat, Mary More Light Presbyterians for LGBT Concerns Ogletree, Cynthia Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) United States https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/da019ab7eb5ceae280fc6f4d9b67f752.jpg a16ef3ecf9262a495e81ff577eb2c1b6 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/1ce39666ff8ad078cad60d88836085d4.jpg fa3f2ecd39fda20e3ed73adba54b0861 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. Gretchen Metzelaars Susan Jones, and others from Broad Stree Presbyterian Church Stole Text HONORING MEMBERS OF BROAD STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH COLUMBUS, OHIO In honor of Gretchen Metzelaars, Susan Jones, and all the gay and lesbian members of Broad Street Presbyterian church who love and embrace the Presbyterian Church in spite of its unwillingness to embrace them fully as children of God. From them we have learned the true meaning of hospitality and have received the gift of knowing them as friends and sisters In Christ. We celebrate their courage and honesty in sharing who they are so that we may better understand their journey. - Elder Jean Evans, Elder Diane Hymans, Rev. Rebecca J. Tollefson Denomination Non-Denominational Pentecostal Contribution Date 2002 Contribution Story This stole was created for the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA), which met in Columbus, OH in 2002. More Light Presbyterians held its annual service of worship and celebration at Broad Street Church during the Assembly. 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 888 Title A name given to the resource Gretchen Metzelaars Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Columbus, Ohio (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Elder Jean Evans, Elder Diane Hymans, Rev. Rebecca J. Tollefson Ally Evans, Jean Hymans, Diane Jones, Susan Metzelaars, Gretchen More Light Presbyterians for LGBT Concerns Ohio Pentecostal Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) Theology Tollefson, Rebecca J. https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/e03eb0a3ca073f38af41d73b8d4217e4.jpg c09e7188c49f688ae3776b3076148d74 https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/9ff1779103ce3b03ec250ea3bf08d621.jpg 74ae7ba69b70c572d9b28a5e7353b27f 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. Kimberli Morris Stole Text Kimberli Morris Presbyterian Church Member Baltimore, MD (First panel) I grew up in a fundamentalist denomination where I was raised to believe that I was inferior merely for being a female, forget what it would mean if they found out I was gay. Any talents or skills that God had given me were irrelevant and secondary to the fact that I was a lesbian. Through college and beyond I started to realize that this did not represent God. Finally, many years later, I have found a congregation where all people are welcome, no exceptions, no distinctions. The denomination, however, still wants to make distinctions, to keep gay people from serving and leading regardless of any talents and skills that God has given them. I hope that this denomination chooses to represent God more accurately, and stops putting bushels over any of the lights that God has created. (Handwritten on second panel) No more lights under bushels. Kimberli Morris Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 2007 Contribution Story This is one of seven stoles donated to the collection by members of Baltimore Presbyterian Churches. Their inclusion was made possible by Don Stroud of That All May Freely Serve (TAMFS) Baltimore. 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 929 Title A name given to the resource Kimberli Morris Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Baltimore, Maryland (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Faith Presbyterian Church Baltimore Feminism Maryland Morris, Kimberli Ordination Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) That All May Freely Serve (TAMFS) Theology Women and Religion https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/668fd328d28b935c9699b78eb8dd1a3c.jpg fdb4519b3da79a286cffed2ca15ad04a https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/92df2facb0e368a6ba83d321de9fcfbb.jpg b3ade9e26b7d21962fc0103d3a702486 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 (Ohio: "I grew up as a child of the Presbyterian church... But since my late teens I had known clearly...") Stole Text ANONYMOUS Ohio I grew up as a child of the Presbyterian Church and entered adulthood secure in its bounds. In my middle years I felt keenly the call to ministry. But since my late teens I had known clearly - though had not chosen to live - my lesbian orientation and identity, and by the time I felt the sense of call the church had taken official action that would prevent my ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament. Thus, although I longed to attend seminary and seriously considered enrolling, I finally concluded that I would have to find other ways to respond to God's call. Today, I serve the congregation of which I am a member as I am able and in silence. My professional work is with young adults, many of whom are openly struggling on their faith journeys, engaging in questions of identity and vocation, squaring off against the constraints our church imposes on them. I believe that by listening to these young persons, by hearing them into speech, I am in some way, if only partially, fulfilling my call. May all of us join with the next generation in prayer, work and hope, that together we may birth an open and affirming community of faith. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1999 Contribution Story This stole was given to me in 1999 when I passed through Ohio with a display of the stoles. 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 497 Title A name given to the resource Anonymous (Ohio: "I grew up as a child of the Presbyterian church... But since my late teens I had known clearly...") 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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 Stole Text (No narrative, signatures only) Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) Contribution Date 1997 Contribution Story (Note: A solidarity 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 St. Luke Presbyterian Church, a More Light congregation working for the full inclusion of LGBT persons into the full life and leadership of the church. St. Luke, founded in the 1960's, is situated in one of the wealthiest communities in Minnesota. Although architects presented various plans for opulent, multi-million dollar sanctuaries, St. Luke's first members chose instead to build a very simple, low maintenance, multi-use building that would allow them to commit more of their financial resources to social justice causes. (To this day, St. Luke's lack of air conditioning and rough gravel parking lot are a source of pride for their members.) This allowed them to institute a policy of "One-to-One Giving," mandating the church to give away one dollar for every dollar spent on themselves. Thus, when faced with the need to tear down and rebuild their education wing last year, the budget for their capital fund drive was set for double the amount needed for construction, and plans were made to give away the additional hundreds of thousands of dollars to affordable housing, peacemaking and human rights causes locally and throughout the world. It was this visionary financial commitment, coupled with a desire to fund new projects not supported by more traditional funding sources, that made it possible for my partner, Tammy, and I to turn a serendipitous event into an international project. By late 1996, my partner, Tammy and I had collected well over three hundred stoles -- kept in plastic trash bags and old suitcases -- and we were beginning to get requests for displays from dozens of churches. At the time we were not an incorporated project, had no legal status and 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, St. Luke and First United Church of Oak Park, IL, 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, we believe, is far greater than any of us could possibly have imagined. This signature stole was given to us on New Year's Day 1997, when Tammy and I traveled to Minnesota to thank St. Luke for its gift, and to share a display of the stoles with the congregation. Over the years, St. Luke has remained the single largest benefactor of the Shower of Stoles Project. In 2002 two St. Luke members, Beth Chaplin and TJ Worrell, donated their professional services to create the acclaimed video, "So Great a Cloud of Witnesses: The Story of the Shower of Stoles Project." It is safe to say that thousands of LGBT people of faith around the world, long silenced by their faith communities, now know that their stories will be given voice thanks to this one remarkable congregation. 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 131 Title A name given to the resource 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 Wayzata, Minnesota (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource St. Luke Presbyterian Church Ally Chaplin, Beth Minnesota Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) Worrill, TJ https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/files/original/8f0477a9a77ecd8e8c25bb5e8e4bf502.jpg de1cedf1dbafb340979913d9be95e4f5 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. Lynn Lampman Stole Text REV. LYNN LAMPMAN The Presbyterian Church, USA had been the only spiritual home I had ever known. Yet, it was a place where I was feeling less and less at home. There was continual fighting in the "house" (Presbytery meetings and General Assembly) and then one day, I was locked out of the house -- via an amendment. Yes, I could have stayed, but who wants to live like that -- continually judged, on the outside of the inner circle, stereotyped and scorned. So, three years ago I left the PC(USA) and went to the United Church of Christ. When I left the PC(USA), I wept for quite a while. But, in the end I knew the UCC was a right "home" for me. For in the UCC, I am seen as a whole person (not solely as a lesbian). That's all I ever wanted: to be seen as a whole person. The UCC recognizes my gifts for ministry, and I am now serving as a Committee on Ministry chairperson. In light of all this, I am sending a stole which I have had since I was a seminarian. A stole which I wore for 13 1/2 years while a minister in the PC(USA). It has not gone with me into the UCC. It reminds me of the painful past, not the wonderful present and bright future. Denomination Presbyterian Church (USA) United Church of Christ Contribution Date 2002 Contribution Story This stole, a reminder of a "painful past," is also a symbol of a painful reality: the exodus of bright, talented leadership from discriminatory denominations like the Presbyterian Church to the welcoming arms 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 892 Title A name given to the resource Lynn Lampman Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Norwood, Pennsylvania (USA) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Lynn Lampman Lampman, Lynn Ordination Pennsylvania Presbyterian Presbyterian Church (USA) Theology United Church of Christ