The NH Coalition for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns

We are a support and advocacy group founded by United Church of Christ members.  We are people of faith who affirm the dignity of all sexual orientations, and work together for the health of all families.  Our mission is to work towards a nation that is no longer gay fearing or gay hating.  We
Invite you to join us, or attend our major event on May 12,  2001 at First Congregational Church in Concord, NH…


Draw The Circle Wide

An event to bring together various groups in our state for a day of worship, education, support and networking.  We invite gay,
lesbian, bisexual and transgendered folks, as well as straight friends and family to attend.
Come for the day to enjoy exhibits by various organizations as well as workshops where we can get to know real people: the lives and issues confronting folks who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.   Learn how you can help or find support
during our workshops.  Worship in a safe and welcoming
environment.  Take in a fine concert put on the
Gay Men's Chorus. 
           
Last year's event "Jesus Loves You and You and You", was inspiring and the largest of its kind in NH.

Click on the "Draw the Circle Wide" link to find out more. 

Exhibits


Workshops will allow those who attend an opportunity to learn about areas of specific interest.  Read more about the workshops here.
We will also have several exhibits from related groups.  Including:

Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
A national organization  that offers support to sexual minorities, their families and friends

Union Ceremonies for Same Gender  Couples
If you and your partner would like to have a Union Ceremony, this area will include some resources and clergy in NH who will perform them. Also there will be a list of churches in our state who welcome the opportunity to host such services.

The Open and Affirming  (ONA) Movement in the UCC
The United Church of Christ is one of the leaders among churches for gay rights.  ONA churches in the UCC have made a public commitment to welcoming people of all sexual orientations into full membership.

Coalition Resources

Others will be added as time goes on.
If you or your group would like exhibition space, please contact us.