We are Family

“I have many parents and siblings here at CoS - folks who have stepped in to those roles in my life at various junctures and who may not realize the profound healing effect their presence, love, and respect have had on my life. 

So, folks, as many of you already know, this is a place of chosen family, bound together in Christian community that goes beyond acceptance to celebration of you as a child of God, queer or not. It’s a place of respect and dignity for us all, a family you may choose- or not. If you do choose, just know that you are already chosen and they will show you that if you let them!”

Meditation by The Rev. Tonya Barnette 

Sunday, June 14, 2026