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National and Synodical Bishops of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) have written a letter to the church on non-binary safety. In the letter, dated February 11, 2025, the leaders ask all to join in praying, learning, speaking out, advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, and provding safe spaces and opportunities. An excerpt: 

"Please join us in: 

  • Praying for the dignity and acceptance for all persons, for the safety of those made more vulnerable by recent government actions, for a world where everyone finds loving community, and for God’s guidance in our thoughts, words, and deeds. 
  • Providing spaces and opportunities for safe, respectful conversations, where people feel support and love, and experience ongoing formation. 
  • Learning more about human rights, terminology, and pathways to liberation for 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. 
  • Speaking out against rhetoric that dehumanizes and demonizes anyone made in the image of God, and by promoting accurate information about neighbors and issues of public concern. 
  • Advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights at the local, provincial, and federal level. 
  • Preparing for the possibility of providing welcome to those fleeing persecution based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. "

 

You can read the full text here. 

Download a pdf of the letter here.