It's Pride Month - A Word from our Pastors
May 15, 2025
A Word from our Pastors
11 pages of our history book are devoted to King Avenue’s status as a Reconciling Ministry. Our commitment to “Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors” has intentionally focused our ministry for almost 30 years.
Together, we have celebrated milestones and advances in LGBTQIA+ rights, including the Obergefell decision by the Supreme Court in 2015. We celebrated the halcyon days of clear progress forward.
In 2025, we find ourselves in times when efforts to roll-back rights and protections of LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others for whom our constitution has extended “civil rights” have elevated at all levels—local, state, national.
And so, we invite all who are committed to King Avenue’s ministry of Inclusiveness as God Intends, to join with us as we march on June 14. Pride is a Protest March this year, more than parades in the past. Support our Second Chance Prom, our PRIDE witnesses, and community worship services. Lean in with and for us, as we proclaim God’s love for everyone born—and a place at the table, too.
Looking forward to celebrating and protesting with you!
With love and hope,
Pastors Andy Burns and Karen Muntzing Back