Room for Everyone

On June 5, 2016 Lansing celebrated becoming an Affirming Congregation, a process that began with a motion made in 2013. The process was delayed due to the church’s building project. Since the fall of 2014 we have been moving forward with the decision made by the congregation to be an Affirming Church.

On June 5, 2016 Lansing celebrated becoming an Affirming Congregation, a process that began with a motion made in 2013. This Saturday, May 18th, 2024 we are hosting the Annual Affirm Service for the Shining Waters Region at 1:00 pm. All are welcome.

What is an “Affirming Church”?

What is an “Affirming Church”? An “Affirming Congregation” is one that has intentionally reflected upon what it means to be inclusive. The congregation is called to evaluate its openness about how the congregation welcomes and includes others within the life and work of the church regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, social or economic status, physical or emotional disabilities, culture or ethnic background. Through the evaluation the goal is to acknowledge the barriers that exist in the congregation that further marginalize people. Upon acknowledging these barriers; the community can strive to eliminate them so we can truly become a welcome and inclusive congregation in Christ’s love.