EPISODE · Nov 11, 2021 · 58 MIN

Telling Erin's Story

from A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast · host Simon Doong and Lee Catoe

Send us Fan MailSimon and Lee have a conversation with the Rev. Dr. Erin Swenson. In 1996 Erin became the first known mainstream minister (Presbyterian, PCUSA) to change sex and remain in ordained office. Special Guest:Rev. Dr. Erin SwensonGuest Question:What was your experience like maintaining your ordination credentials in the PCUSA while requesting a name change per your gender transition? How have you seen opportunities for transgender individuals in the church (and the ordination process) change during your life? What work do you think remains for the church in terms of justice and equality for transgender and nonbinary inclusion? | Resource Roundup:Erin's WebsiteBeyond Pink & Blue ConferenceFor Listening Guides, click here!Got a question for us? Send them to [email protected]! A Matter of Faith website

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