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DESCRIPTION:This gathering is a bi-annual event at St Thomas to encourage c
 onnecting &amp\; conversation. Coffe and Conversation is typically a panel
  style discussion with people of faith in the LGBTQ+ community. \n \nFor 
 our first talk of the year of 2026 we welcome Lauren Kirkey:\nRev. Lauren 
 Kirkey (she/her) is an Ordained Minister in The United Church of Canada cu
 rrently serving at South Arm United Church in Richmond\, BC. Fun fact: Whi
 le studying at VST during COVID\, Lauren completed a practicum with The Ce
 ntre for Spiritual Renewal under the leadership of Rev. David Taylor and h
 ad the honour of starting The Centre for Spiritual Renewal Podcast (Season
  1).She credits her time with The Centre for the spiritual practices that 
 continue to ground her ministry and life to this day. So the people\, ever
  expanding work and impact of The Centre for Spiritual Renewal hold a spec
 ial place in her heart. Lauren identifies as a woman of trans experience a
 nd was recently ordained as the first openly-trans clergy in The United Ch
 urch of BC/Yukon. In her time with us she will share a bit about her trans
  journey\, being trans and Christian and will open up a few scriptures whi
 ch are gender-inclusive beyond the binary. And of course\, there will be o
 pportunity for questions and fellowship.\nThis is a free event. \nDonation
 s are welcome.\nA relaxed time of sharing stories and hearts to be encoura
 ged. Coffee/tea/snacks are provided
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LOCATION:St. Thomas\, Chilliwack
SUMMARY:LGBTQ2SIA+ Coffee & Conversation
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