This week, Tychelle and Mel sit down with Dr. Rev. Monica Cross to discuss transgender identities and issues. From her journey in the US Navy to her love for science fiction to her work as an author and activist, we are excited to welcome Dr. Cross to Brave Space Live!
Dr. Rev. Monica Cross serves as Pastor at First Christian Church of Oakland in Oakland, Ca., Associate Minister at Tapestry Ministries, Disciples of Christ, Christian Church in Berkeley, Ca., and Director of Women’s Ministries in the Christan Church Disciples of Christ in Northern California and Nevada (CCNCN). She is a Transformational Leader Fellow of the Sojourner Truth Leadership Circle of Auburn Seminary in New York, City, NY. Monica is the Founder of Global Prayer Network, Author of Reflections of a Prophet Without Honor - a book of reflections that emerge from her life with God, Authenticity, and Imagination in the Face of Oppression - Autobiographical, it addresses gender, race, religion, sexuality, and strategies towards liberation. Monica is also on the Prophetic Council of the Poor People’s Campaign and the board of TransHeartline, a non-profit organization that provides support for transgender people. Originally from Los Angeles, Ca, she now resides in the SF Bay Area.