Affirm 🌈

Affirm is the UK network of Baptist Christians working together for LGBT+ inclusion, founded in 2000. Co-Directors: @AndyFitchet | @_dwyneth

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Are you a Baptist leader or church member in Britain who wants to see our Union made safer for LGBT+ people?

Then sign this letter to demonstrate your support today!

https://t.co/Gy6JU8C4Hp

#FaithfullyLGBT #Affirming #Baptists #Safeguarding

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These are being shared over on Facebook, on the Affirming Baptists Together Page.

And here is the link to the latest story, this time from Glen Marshall, Baptist Minister and Co-Principal at @NBLC1.

https://t.co/5Uh5WNLxoX

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There are ongoing conversations at a national level within @baptistuniongb regarding the ministerial rules of accreditation.

As we discern a way forward as a tradition, many Baptists are sharing why they believe it's Godly to affirm LGBT+ people.

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@AbbieRobson @baptistuniongb @baptistassembly @AndyFitchet @DawnColeSavidge @LukaDowding Of course! Do drop us a line via the contacts page and we'll be in touch!

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Come and say hello to the team on our stand at #BaptistAssembly!

@baptistuniongb @baptistassembly

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When @baptistassembly and #Eurovision collide… again…

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More snaps from us!

@DawnColeSavidge’s handiwork, @AndyFitchet receiving his handshake, and @Timuslloyd speaking on one of the panel sessions last night.

@baptistuniongb @baptistassembly

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And @DawnColeSavidge’s hair was shining bright too!

#FaithfullyLGBT #BaptistAssembly

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Saturday was simply a beautiful day. The sun was shining outside, and the Son was shining inside. The day was populated with amazing conversation and community. Wisdom and worship flowed.
Please enjoy this small snapshot of our Saturday at Baptist Assembly 2022

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Great to hear @revhayley speak at #BaptistAssembly today, as she begins her year as Baptist President! @baptistuniongb

"Let’s connect over this year and build a bigger table."

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We're looking forward to being at #BaptistAssembly in the Networking Zone this year.
Come and find us to say hello! @AndyFitchet @DawnColeSavidge @LukaDowding

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The countdown is now on for you to book your tickets and get the appropriate discounts.
This also includes the last days to book your children into their respected groups.

BOOK NOW BEFORE THE MAY 8 CLOSING: https://t.co/a51KQ9zJ8P

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@baptistuniongb @webnetcomms @NorthernBaptist @ukbaptistnw @EBAteam @London_Baptist @embaptists @baptist_heba @swbaptists @SouthWalesBA @TweetAffirm Can we live with disagreement? https://t.co/EpbXF7ZhsA

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@94_JPF That's sorted for you, Jack. Thanks for your support!

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Are you a Baptist leader or church member in Britain who wants to see our Union made safer for LGBT+ people?

Then sign this letter to demonstrate your support today!

https://t.co/Gy6JU8C4Hp

#FaithfullyLGBT #Affirming #Baptists #Safeguarding

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@94_JPF We'll try and sort it!

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@94_JPF Hi Jack! This didn't come through to us - did you get a submission confirmation message?

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Coming up! 9th May at 7.30pm at Luther King Centre.
The Whitley Lecture 2022. Andy Goodliff 'The Ruling Christ and the witnessing Church'. See below for further details of how to book. Free Lecture.

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With the recent news, now it's more important than ever to demonstrate your support for a FULL ban that INCLUDES trans people.

#BanConversionTherapy

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@1Body1Faith trustee Pam Davies also shared as to why she has resigned her accreditation as an act of integrity.

As did a Baptist minister, who shared how he has lived his life and ministry in accordance with the guidelines.

Pray as Council continues today!

#BaptistsTogether

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Our Co-Director @AndyFitchet and Chair of Trustees @LukaDowding shared at @baptistuniongb Council yesterday, explaining how the current ministerial guidelines restrict and impact them because of their sexuality.

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Absolutely delighted to take on this role as a Co-Director of Affirm.

LGBTQ+ Inclusion in church can feel like an uphill battle but it’s an important one to have.

I am excited to play my part in making the church safer for this, and the next, generation of LGBTQ+ Christians.

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We have an exciting team update to share with you!

@AndyFitchet will now be working alongside @_dwyneth as Co-Directors, and @LukaDowding will be supporting them and the Board as Chair of Trustees.

More info here! https://t.co/akGauWpYFW

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