Queer Intersectionality and the Public Church Symposium
The Queer Intersectionality and the Public Church Symposium will take place April 22-23, 2024 at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. This inaugural conference explores how queer intersectional identities shape faith communities, and the roles faith communities’ play in embracing queer joy and responding to rising anti-LGBTQIA+ policies. The symposium features an array of panel discussions, speakers, and hands-on workshops led by a diverse group of scholars, clergy, and activists. The 2024 theme, “This is My Story,” explores the power of stories and storytelling in honoring queer ancestors, emboldening queer resistance, and embodying queer joy. Register to secure your spot and be part of this empowering conversation!
Registration Fees
- In-Person Attendance: $50
- Virtual Attendance: $20
Speakers
Karri Alldredge
Assistant Professor of New Testament at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
Brenda Bos
Bishop of Southwest California Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
Erik Christensen
Pastor to the Community and Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
Nicole Garcia
Faith Work Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force
Francisco Herrera
Doctor of Philosophy Student, World Christianity and Global Mission
M Jade Kaiser
Co-founder and co-director of enfleshed
Pamela Lightsey
Vice President for Academic Affairs at Meadville Lombard Theological School and Associate Professor of Constructive Theology
Christina Marthield Montgomery
Racial Justice Manager in the Office of the Presiding Bishop of the ELCA and Trained End of Life Doula
Heidi Neumark
Former Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (NYC) and Executive Director of Trinity Place Shelter
Brooke Petersen
John H. Tietjen Chair of Pastoral Ministry and Assistant Professor of Pastoral Care, Director of MDiv and MAM/MA Programs and Director of Candidacy at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
Event Schedule
Monday, 4/22
| 10:00 -11:30 a.m. | Registration, Coffee, and Welcome | LSTC Chapel |
| 11:30-12:15 p.m. | Service of the Word: Preacher: Christina Marthield Montgomery |
LSTC Chapel |
| 12:30-1:00 p.m. | Lunch | North Kitchenette |
| 1:00-3:00 p.m. | These are Our Stories: LGBTQIA+ Experiences and the Church
Panelists: Brenda Bos, Erik Christensen, Christina Marthield Montgomery, Moderator: Brooke Petersen |
LSTC Chapel |
| 3:00-5:00 p.m. | Break | |
| 5:00-6:00 p.m. | Dinner | North Kitchenette |
| 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Plenary: The Power of Queer Storytelling. Speaker Pamela Lightsey |
LSTC Chapel |
Tuesday, 4/23
| 9:00-10:00 a.m. | Coffee | North Kitchenette |
| 10:00-12:00 p.m. | Queer Worship Workshop Presenter: M Jade Kaiser |
LSTC Chapel |
| 12:00-12:30 p.m. | Lunch | North Kitchenette |
| 12:30-2:00 p.m. | Lunch and Learn: Queer Biblical Interpretation Presenter: Karri Alldredge |
Classroom B-429 |
| 2:00-2:30 p.m. | Break | |
| 2:30-4:30 p.m. | Queer Activism Workshop Presenter(s): Nicole Garcia, Francisco Herera, Heidi Neumark |
Classroom B-429 |
| 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Closing Celebration | North Kitchenette |
For questions related to this event, please contact Karri Alldredge (Karri.Alldredge@lstc.edu).
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