Blessed Are The Binary Breakers

Like Lazarus resurrected by Jesus, Rev. Krissy has moved from a stifling tomb — a church where they could not be openly queer & politically active — into the abundant life of authentic self and fighting for the liberation of all. Krissy is a pastor and chaplain in the United Church of Christ who loves their supportive spouse, children, and church; and who sees a message of good news for all whom the world calls shameful in the parable of the father with two sons (i.e. the parable of the prodigal son). Click here for an episode transcript. Talking Points: (0:00 - 4:54) Introducing Krissy — UCC pastor and chaplain in St. Louis (4:55 - 8:36) Krissy's family: a supportive spouse who doesn't get gender in general; supportive adult children (8:37 - 11:08) The United Church of Christ: variety of beliefs; full participation of neurodivergent persons & people with mental illness (11:09 - 14:50) Past work at a conservative suburban church where they couldn't be out; seminary friend who affirmed Krissy's queerne