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  We Do, Too, in 2002 Worship Program

  This worship program for We Do, Too, in 2002 serves as a sacred space to reflect on and celebrate the themes of inclusion, commitment, and justice central to the conference. This service integrated liturgy, music, and scripture to affirm the church's role in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and domestic partnerships while grounding the program in the United Methodist tradition.
  
  n alignment with the We Do, Too conference, the worship program is intentional in addressing the broader social and theological issues related to domestic partnerships. It would offers a model for United Methodist congregations to integrate similar affirming worship practices into their ministry. Themes of love, covenant, and justice resonate throughout the service, mirroring the commitment of Bethany UMC to inclusivity.
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  We Do, Too, in 2002 Pamphlet

  This is a pamphlet outlining a conference held on June 7–8, 2002, at Bethany United Methodist Church in San Francisco, California. The event, 'We Do, Too', was designed as a national gathering for United Methodists to prepare their congregations to engage with the growing legal recognition of gay and lesbian domestic partnerships. Its purpose was to explore how the church could support these relationships through pastoral care, advocacy, and ministry.
  
  The conference featured a keynote speaker, Kate Kendell, Esq., the executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights, who discussed the intersection of law and LGBTQ+ rights, including marriage equality. Kendell’s address was complemented by a musical performance by singer-songwriter Judy Fjell, known for her politically insightful and spiritually engaging music.
  
  The pamphlet also highlights leaders like Rev. Karen Oliveto, a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church and a longtime pastor of Bethany UMC, a reconciling congregation committed to welcoming and affirming all people. Rev. Jan Everhart and Dr. Juliet Donlin brought additional theological and psychological expertise, while workshops emphasized practical and spiritual approaches to inclusivity.
  
  This document provides insight into the theological, cultural, and legislative shifts within the United Methodist Church during the early 2000s. It showcases the proactive steps taken by reconciling congregations like Bethany UMC to foster dialogue and support for LGBTQ+ individuals. The pamphlet also reflects the intersection of religious practice, civil rights advocacy, and community building, offering a snapshot of a pivotal moment in the church’s evolving engagement with LGBTQ+ issues.