Trans-Supportive Events At Good Shepherd

Good Shepherd Lutheran in Olympia is extending an invitation to our local church communities to attend two special events focused on transgender topics.

Nico Lang, award winning acclaimed queer author, will be presenting his book “American Teenager” along with an open discussion of transgender topics on Thursday, March 12 at 7:00PM. Especially relevant to today’s youth and much more than just a book reading, Nico’s message is one of hope in these turbulent times that transgender youth are living through.

The following Sunday, March 15 at 9:00AM, Lahela Peterson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA), will be presenting a 45-minute forum, “A Counselor’s Perspective on Gender-Affirming Mental Health Care: Creating Communities Where Everyone Belongs.” Lahela will clarify key terminology, provide relevant background information, and discuss recurring themes she encounters in her daily work. This presentation will offer valuable understanding as we consider how people of faith can thoughtfully and compassionately respond to the experiences of gender-diverse individuals.

Read more about both events at: https://gsolympia.org/t42.