The Rev. Beth Richardson, an early leader in what would become the Reconciling Ministries Network, tells her story of the beginning years of creating a space where LGBTQ+ United Methodists could feel safe and loved, be affirmed and find advocacy.

Today’s episode was livestreamed as part of the 2023 United Methodist Podcast-a-thon produced by United Methodist Communications.

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