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December 1, 2016
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BOOK LAUNCH

BOOK LAUNCH

Hello Everyone! We are so happy to announce that the books are finally published and now available! You can pick one up at the Writing Center on Wittenberg University's campus. You can also see the pdf version HERE.  You can also watch our the … [Read more...]

October 28, 2016
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Awake

Awake

Avery’s Story How do we know who we are? It’s that big mystery in life; an enigma. It took many years for me to sort this out. I’ll start with this: I am a transgender person. I’m also a United Church of Christ Pastor. Society says being a … [Read more...]

October 4, 2016
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Our Geographical Palette

Our Geographical Palette

Our Geographical Palette Rick’s Story Most of the time I don’t feel like a Springfielder. I think I would be a different person if I grew up here. I care about this city and especially the LGBT people in it so I try to be an advocate for them, but … [Read more...]

October 2, 2016
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Culture Fest

Culture Fest

Thank you to everyone who came out to support Culture Fest and who stopped by our booth! We loved seeing everyone and had a great time hearing everyone's six-word memoirs. Springfield is so diverse and we cannot wait to share the wonderfully moving … [Read more...]

August 24, 2016
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An Exercise in Compassion

An Exercise in Compassion

Hey Everyone, Check out our article on Wittenberg University's website. We are so excited to get this project up and running and would still love some help! Contact Lauren Instenes if you want to get involved. Her information is on the contact … [Read more...]

July 7, 2016
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LGBT Discrimination in Springfield

LGBT Discrimination in Springfield

Recently the Springfield Human Relations Board presented a report to the City Commissioners about LGBT discrimination in Springfield. The board has found that discrimination does exist and therefore is recommending the City Commission make LGBT a … [Read more...]

July 6, 2016
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Interfaith Walk of Peace

Interfaith Walk of Peace

On Saturday June 25th Miami Valley Islamic association organized a peace walk in remembrance of the Orlando shooting. Gathering more that 100 people and $10,000 dollars in donation from the Springfield community, this walk brought people of al … [Read more...]

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