If you’ve been told…
…you’re too queer, too out, too smart, too loud, too weird, have too many questions, or have too big an agenda for church,
…then there’s a place for you at gilead.
We’re not for everyone, but we might be for you.
We tell true stories that save lives. We tell them to get to know one another. We tell them because sometimes it helps to share. We tell them because it feels good to laugh. Most importantly, we tell them because we believe that every story is a God story. Telling our stories helps us see the holiness we may have missed the first time through. It lets us claim our daily grind as a spiritual journey. It changes the way we live, and frequently, it saves our lives.
We throw great parties. We eat tacos. We brew beer. Our Easter service is a dance party. At Gilead we’re reclaiming the spiritual practice of feasting. Because it’s fun. And we think fun comes from God.
We make beautiful, creative worship together. You’re welcoming to come as you are. Fresh from the beach in your swimsuit? A-ok! Is your kid prone to fussy outbursts? Us, too! In junior high and more interested in folding origami (or whatever) during worship? We’ve got a place for that!
Most importantly, we do this all together. You bring the songs, poems, art, and jokes that make you feel like you’re standing on holy ground. Things you find and things you make. We’ll stitch them together and watch God show up.
