Our Mission

Following the risen Christ, and seeking to make the Church a true community of hospitality, the mission of More Light Presbyterians is to work for the full participation of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people of faith in the life, ministry and witness of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

Who We Are

We are individual members and congregations of the Presbyterian Church (USA) who are faithful to God's call and believe that God continues to open new understandings of scripture and the Word in the life of Christ. As a Christian community, we believe that the church must seek to live out those understandings in our life together.  Our work is supported by an elected board or lay and ordained persons and full-time staff.

 What Does MLP Do?

• Provide a ministry of care for inclusive congregations and build new MLP Chapters around the country through the outreach of the National Field Organizer;
• Educate individuals, churches, and presbyteries on LGBT issues through published materials and programs;
• Train leaders in congregations and presbyteries to advocate for the full participation of LGBT Christians in the life and ministry of the Presbyterian Church;
• Fund proactive work in passing legislation that eradicates homophobia and injustice in the Presbyterian Church and in society;
• Partner with other faith traditions to support the LGBT community in matters of justice;
• Bear witness to the individual God-given gifts of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in the Presbyterian Church.

How Can I Help?

Join with More Light Presbyterians. Your membership support will ensure that we can bring the good word of God's inclusive love to individuals and presbyteries around the country. How?

By joining MLP today you will help:

• Create a welcoming and affirming Church for all, particularly LGBT persons, their families, friends, and allies;
• Ensure the full participation of LGBT people of faith in the life, ministry, and witness of our church;
• Strengthen networking and support among congregations who are members of More Light Presbyterians;
• Increase solidarity among MLP Chapters in cities, regions, and states;
• Represent LGBT issues at General Assembly through outreach, worship and witness opportunities;
• Sponsor the annual national MLP Conference that brings together LGBT Presbyterians and their heterosexual allies for worship, nurture, and study

All members receive the More Light Update, a news magazine containing educational and liturgical resources, features, editorials, event announcements, updates on legislation and judicial cases, inspirational articles and more.

Q: Why should you join with More Light Presbyterians?
A: You need More Light Presbyterians.

As individuals we struggle with our own personal hang-ups and fears about homosexuality and with sexuality in general. Since the 1978 General Assembly, our church has urged us to study sexuality, to take the initiative to know and listen to gays and lesbians, to respect their civil rights, and to see them as brothers and sisters in Christ. MLP provides resources, models and experiences to help that personal growth.

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Ref: http://www.mlp.org/article.php/20040827132111169