Rev. Larry Brumfield Pride in Faith Chair

Our Mission

Pride in Faith confronts religious-based bigotry by building a network of congregations and leaders of faith throughout Maryland who advocate for equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Marylanders and their families.

Why We Do This Work

For too long, those who oppose equality and justice for LGBT people have used the pulpit and other places of worship to falsely define and defile us. To stop this spiritual aggression, we need to organize and elevate the voices of leaders of faith who support equality and justice for LGBT people and their families.

Who We Are

Pride in Faith is made up of a hosts of congregations and leaders of faith representing a myriad of denominations and faith traditions. We are Methodist ministers, Reform rabbis, Roman Catholics , Wiccan, Buddhist priests and much more -- all proud people of faith throughout the State of Maryland. We are united in our willingness to advocate for the LGBT community.

What We Do

• Elevate the voices of LGBT-supportive clergy in the community, in the media, and with elected officials.
• Give leaders of faith the tools they need to successfully advocate and build support for LGBT issues where they live in Maryland.
• Work with congregations and clergy to reclaim the spirituality of LGBT people and repair the damage that has been done by those who seek to divide and oppress.

For more information and to join us in our advocacy, please contact Lea Gilmore at PrideinFaith@equalitymaryland.org.