“Mama Bears” Film Screening and Panel Discussion

First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Columbus will host a screening of the documentary film Mama Bears on Sunday, August 24, at 2:30 p.m., followed by a panel discussion led by experienced subject-matter professionals. Admission is free, but tickets are required. Tickets can be obtained at https://givebutter.com/MamaBearsColumbus. A donation is not required to obtain tickets. A free-will offering will be collected to support two important causes: the continued distribution and promotion of the Mama Bears film and movement, and Columbus area programs serving LGBTQ+ youth.

The award-winning film “Mama Bears” presents first-person accounts of some of the struggles faced by LBGTQ+ youth and their families. The story follows conservative Christian moms who became fierce advocates for their LGBTQ+ kids. It affirms that all children, including LGBTQ+ youth, need love and acceptance from their parents and the other important adults in their lives. The film is meant to jumpstart respectful, deep-listening conversations between youth and parents, and among Christian and LGBTQ+ communities. Real change begins when we truly listen to each other. ”Mama Bears” is sparking the conversations we need about family, identity, and acceptance. A link to the trailer can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltg8aFSrLB0.

First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Columbus has been an Open and Affirming congregation since 2002. Founded as an abolitionist church in 1852, First Congregational continues it’s long legacy of Social Justice work here in the city of Columbus.

A promotional flyer can be found here. For more information email mkulwicki@first-church.org