RMN-Indiana

Big news from RMN — and we are so excited to share it with you.

We are thrilled to announce that the Rev. Andromeda (Andi) Woodworth (she/they) has been named the next Executive Director of Reconciling Ministries Network.

Andi comes to this role as a United Methodist elder, a gifted preacher and writer, and the founding pastor of Neighborhood Church in Atlanta — a congregation celebrated across the region for its radically inclusive, liberation-focused ministry. She has spent nearly two decades building communities of belonging, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights in Georgia and beyond, and leading with both courage and deep pastoral care.

For Andi, RMN isn't just an organization — it's been part of her own journey. And now she gets to help lead it into its next chapter. We can't wait.

Andi will begin her role as Executive Director effective June 1, 2026. For now, join us in welcoming Andi.

Read the full press release here: https://hubs.li/Q04g2jyc0

Two years ago today, the United Methodist Church made history by removing language from the Book of Discipline that had mandated the exclusion of LGBTQ+ people from ordination and ministry for decades.

It was over 50 years in the making. We celebrate it fully and without apology.

And we're also realistic about where we are: GC2024 removed mandated discrimination. It didn't end discrimination. Q***r candidates are being ordained in some conferences and are still unsafe to come out in others. Same-gender weddings are being celebrated in some sanctuaries and declined in others. Whether someone experiences a truly welcoming church still depends almost entirely on their zip code.

The policy changed. The work hasn't stopped.

RMN exists for this moment — resourcing, equipping, and leading the movement until every child of God, in every community, finds a church that means it when they say "you belong here."

If this work matters to you, will you help sustain it?
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We owe you a quick update (and an apology)!

Our Q***r Theology course with Dr. Young has moved to Tuesdays and Thursdays due to a scheduling miscommunication on our end. We're sorry for any confusion this may have caused!

The good news? This course is still happening and it's going to be a rich time of learning and growing together. We don't want you to miss it.

If you've already registered, check your email for details on how to confirm your spot or request a refund. If you haven't signed up yet, there's still time!

Register by April 14! [https://hubs.li/Q04bbq-Y0.]