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26.2 Faith-Based Organizations

Metropolitan Community Church of Greater Saint Louis (MCC GSL)

"We are a community of LGBTQIA+ folx and allies embodying the liberating heart of Jesus where everyone is invited to come as you are, believing as you do. We strive to be a hub for the entire LGBTQIA+ community, creating a liberating movement within and beyond our church walls. Together, we commit to racial and social justice while embodying an optimistic hope for the future. We invite you to bring your full self to unite your spirituality, sexuality, gender identity, and heart for justice." "Often people come to MCC in search of a loving spiritual home to heal from religious trauma of their past or of our society. As a great way to find out if this spiritual community might be a place you can find connection, we encourage you to watch online or join a program as a way to cross the threshold into the vulnerability of community. You can also reach out to a pastor to ask questions to understand more about the community. MCC holds weekly worship in person in South City at 7425 Michigan Ave at 11am and online at [mccgsl.org/live](https://mccgsl.org/live). For those more interested in a nature-based spirituality, join us for Rugged Spirituality where we engage in contemplative practice, readings, and discussion while we hike. We hike in various places throughout the area on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. To sign up for Rugged Spirituality or other programs, visit: [mccgsl.org/programs](https://mccgsl.org/programs)."
Other websiteWebsite
1-314-361-3221
·  General
INFO@MCCGSL.ORG

Central Reform Congregation (CRC)

A vibrant urban Jewish community dedicated to supporting one another in holy ways, pursuing justice and lifelong learning, and providing a shelter of peace. A Jewish presence in the city of St. Louis. Offers clothing for adult women and children. Sometimes men.
Other websiteWebsite
1 314-361-3919
·  for more information or if looking for specific clothing
1 314-361-1564
·  Office

Trinity Presbyterian University City

Trans Affirming
Website description: Trinity is a welcoming church with a tradition of celebrating diversity. Our leaders are called by God and chosen without respect to gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ethnicity, previous religious tradition, worldly circumstance, voting record, or any of that other stuff that might get someone in trouble somewhere else.
Other websiteWebsite
1-314-725-3840
·  General
Communications@TrinityUCity.org

Project Sanctuary

Project Sanctuary is spiritual healing made accessible to marginal communities; highlighting and bolstering queer/LGBTQIA+ folx, B.I.P.O.C., and people who have been outcasted by religious, institutional, and social organizations. These spaces are led by two queer trauma informed healers of many categories (sound,breath, reiki etc.), who have both experienced first hand the harm of spiritually institutionalized spaces and the barriers they imply toward healing and connecting with our own sovereignty when it comes to connecting with Spirit/Creator/God/All That Is.
Other websiteWebsite
projectsanctuary@gmail.com

First Unitarian Church of St. Louis

A Unitarian Universalist church that openly welcomes members of all identities. They strive to be inclusive by adhering to seven principles: 1. The inherent worth and dignity of every person; 2. Justice, equity and compassion in human relations; 3. Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations; 4. A free and responsible search for truth and meaning; 5. The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large; 6. The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; 7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part. Everyone is welcome, whatever your age, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical challenge, religion, or political affiliation.
Other websiteWebsite
1-314-361-0595
·  General Office
kmason@firstuustlouis.orgLhunt@firstuustlouis.org

St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen & Food Distribution Center

Izzy at MTUG recommends 3718 State Street, East St. Louis, IL 62205 There's someone there named Ms. Pat who helps people find work and housing/shelter. This resource is useful because it gives people a place to stay during the day, not just at night. Assistance Programs: - Air Conditioning Assistance: Air conditioning units are provided to Neighbors in Need during the hot summer months. - Bridges Program: The Bridges Program is an assistance program resource for Neighbors to move out of poverty. - Burial and Cremation: The Society of St. Vincent De Paul works with Calvary Cemetery to provide Christian burials for people and families who have no insurance or material means for a burial. - Car Purchase: The Society has created partnerships with various organizations to provide car purchases to help those in need to maintain reliable transportation. - Car Repair: The Society’s vehicle repair program will help pay repair costs for eligible and approved clients. - Disaster Relief: The Society partners with a variety of community partners such as the American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri to help victims access the resources they need in times of declared disasters. - Bed Program: Conferences can give a Neighbor in Need a voucher which may be redeemed for a complete bed. Pillows, sheet sets, and bed frames are included, too. - Prescription Drug Assistance: SVdP partners with Castia Rx to provide prescription drugs at no cost to those in need. - Thrift Stores: Families can find furniture for their home, clothing, bedding, household goods, books, toys and more. Often during home visits, our volunteers discover that a family may not have furniture to sit on, a kitchen table to eat on, or beds to sleep in. In these cases, a voucher is provided to the family, which they can redeem for specific goods in the stores. - Utility Assistance: SVdP of St. Louis responds to the critical need of utility assistance for our Neighbors in Need, helping neighbors meet the basic needs of a healthy, safe place to live. - Housing Assistance: Help can be provided with rent, mortgage payments, and for some, short/long-term housing needs.
Other websiteWebsite

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Their volunteers are mostly queer 6518 Michigan Ave, St. Louis, MO 63111 They recommended people call ahead to make sure there's space for shelter
Other websiteWebsite

Faith for Justice

Faith for Justice is a coalition of Christian activists who amplify, support, and connect churches to the work of Black-led organizations and liberation campaigns. We believe that protest and building Black political power are spiritual practices. The Fatal State Violence (FSV) Response Program is a strategic initiative anchored by Faith for Justice and ArchCity Defenders. We support surviving families of those killed by the police and/or who died in state custody in the St. Louis region. Our services are free, volunteer-run, and open to all surviving families.
Other websiteWebsite
1-314-643-6244
·  Crisis Response Hotline

New Journey Baptist Church

We are a faith based organization that serves the community, regardless of someone's identity (with special consideration for women in or in transtion from abusive relationships). Our food pantry (down the street, past the parking lot) has no zipcode restrictions and is open Wednesdays, 1:00PM to 3:00PM.
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Other websiteWebsite
1-314-832-2142
·  General
newjourney314@gmail.com

Emerson Unitarian Universalist Chapel

Emerson UU Office 636-256-7393 "16233 Westwoods Business Park, Ellisville, MO 63021 17815 Wild Horse Creek Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005" office@emersonuuchapel.org

Eliot Unitarian Chapel

http://www.eliotchapel.org/ "O: 314-821-0911 F: 314-821-0917" 100 South Taylor, Kirkwood, MO 63122 frontoffice@eliotchapel.org

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