Open & Affirming
Open and Affirming (ONA) is the United Church of Christ’s (UCC) designation for congregations, campus ministries, and other bodies in the UCC which welcome all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions into their ministries.
On May 20, 2021 Hope UCC approved the following covenant:
Hope United Church of Christ in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, is Open and Affirming. As an Open and Affirming congregation, we continue to seek growth and understanding as we proceed in our efforts toward inclusiveness. We welcome individuals of every ability, age, economic status, gender, nationality, race, and sexual orientation. We believe that every individual is worthy of respect and has unique contributions to make to the church as a whole. Through membership, leadership, employment, and friendship, all are invited to participate fully in the life of the church.
No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.
LGBTQIA+ Resources
Hope UCC Supports LGBTQIA+ People
Included is a list of local links. Please contact us to add / update.
PFLAG is the nation’s largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQIA+ people and those who love them.
PFLAG Door County has been supporting LGBTQIA+ people, and their families since 1997.
LGBTQ+ History Support groups for youth and parents.
Two Scholarships for DEI and the Arts DEI Education.
Building bridges within our Community.
Organization is dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ and ally communities in Door County, Wisconsin. Open Door Pride’s mission is to affirm diversity through inclusion for all.
Beyond annual events, they strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ Door County residents and visitors in order to develop a greater sense of belonging for all.
Facebook page offering inclusion & diversity training for Door County, WI businesses. Members are prepared to welcome LGBT leisure travelers, friends & families.
Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or as a family, you're sure to find your niche in Door County. From outdoor recreation and adventure to wineries, breweries, and distilleries to shopping, dining, and the arts, we've got a little bit of everything, for everyone, up here.