Across our nation, LGBTQ+ people are under attack. Trans and nonbinary youth are being targeted by cruel legislation. Inclusive books and curricula are being banned. Families and faith communities are being silenced for affirming love and dignity.

In moments like these, the Church must rise — not with fear, but with faith. Not with silence, but with love in action.

That’s why the Open and Affirming Coalition is launching A.C.T OUT: Advocacy, Community, and Transformation — a national, faith-rooted movement committed to resisting hate, protecting our neighbors, and organizing for a just and inclusive future.

Please take 5–10 minutes today to complete our A.C.T OUT – Building a National ONA Movement Inventory & Interest Survey:
https://forms.gle/Ci4nA6kPwMGKyXXNA

Your responses will help us understand what’s happening in your congregation and community — what justice issues you’re facing, what gifts and skills you bring, and what support is needed most. This will guide how we connect churches, mobilize advocacy, and train leaders for collective action in 2026 and beyond.

Once you’ve completed the survey, spread the word! Share the link or QR code in your church bulletin, newsletter, or social media, and encourage others to take part. The more voices we lift up, the stronger and more powerful this movement will become.