Celebrating Pride Month at Peace
We’re celebrating Pride Month at Peace! Peace has been an open and affirming congregation since 1991.
Each Sunday in June will include a PRIDE moment, and then on June 28, the whole service will celebrate Peace and the LGBTQ+ community.
June 7 – Introduction to PRIDE at Peace; special music by Jordan
June 14 – The History of Becoming RIC in 1991; shared memories; blessing of the new PRIDE banner
June 21 – Being an LGBTQ+ Ally; shared stories
June 28 – What Does it Mean to Be a Welcoming, RIC Church Today? Shared reflections
You can learn more about Reconciling in Christ (RIC) on the Reconciling Works website HERE.
In addition, you’re invited to these community-wide events:
-Join Bishop Jeff Johnson of our Sierra Pacific Synod at the 2026 Queer Faith Festival on June 14 from 2–5 pm at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Lafayette! Bishop Jeff will serve on a panel for this interfaith LGBTQIA+ celebration. The afternoon will also feature an Interfaith Blessing Ceremony, collaborative art projects, live performances, and a vibrant children’s area. There are also opportunities to table, volunteer, or financially support the event. Visit queerfaithfestival.org for more details.
-Valley Pride at Danville Community Center & Town Green on Front Street on June 6th from 10:00 to 4:00. Learn more Here. Brought to you by the Town of Danville, PFLAG Danville-San Ramon Valley, the San Ramon Diversity Coalition, and Discovery Counseling Center – all Tri-valley justice-focused organizations.
