Christians often base their objections to homosexuality on the Bible. In this session, Dr. Hill (she/her) explores the social and cultural contexts of the biblical world in order to understand what the Bible really says about homosexuality, and what it means for us today.
Enjoy Sue’s famous sugar cookies while learning from this incredibly impactful discussion!
Enjoy Sue’s famous sugar cookies while learning from this incredibly impactful discussion!
Presented by Dr. Susan Hill, Department of Philosophy and World Religions,
University of Northern Iowa
Her research interests focus primarily on the intersections between religious belief and cultural expression, particularly around questions of personal and bodily identity, gender, and sexuality. She has published articles on the authors George Eliot and Willa Cather, translation theory, pedagogy, and the history of gluttony and the fat body in western culture. She is the author of Eating to Excess: The Meaning of Gluttony and the Fat Body in the Ancient World (Praeger, 2011).
University of Northern Iowa
Her research interests focus primarily on the intersections between religious belief and cultural expression, particularly around questions of personal and bodily identity, gender, and sexuality. She has published articles on the authors George Eliot and Willa Cather, translation theory, pedagogy, and the history of gluttony and the fat body in western culture. She is the author of Eating to Excess: The Meaning of Gluttony and the Fat Body in the Ancient World (Praeger, 2011).
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The Life Changing Power of Active Allyship
WATERLOO CONVENTION CENTER - MEETING ROOM 3 |
1:30pm |
Alice Shirey has been a teaching/preaching pastor in the Cedar Valley for over 20 years. Come listen to the story of her decision to officiate a same-sex wedding which altered the trajectory of her ministry, career path and most importantly, her life. Learn about the joys and struggles of active allyship, how to have hard conversations and wrestle with issues of faith.
Those who attend Alice’s talk will have a chance to win a Pride swag basket including an enamel pin, t-shirt and a beautiful rainbow planter made by a local artist!
Those who attend Alice’s talk will have a chance to win a Pride swag basket including an enamel pin, t-shirt and a beautiful rainbow planter made by a local artist!
Presented by Alice Shirey, Teaching Pastor & Community Activist
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Political Climate Update withRepresentative Timi Brown-Powers & Former Representative Ras Smith
MAIN STAGE — WEST 4TH STREET — PRESENTED BY TRUSTAGE |
2:30pm |
Join us for a discussion between Iowa House Representative Timi Brown-Powers and former representative Ras Smith about the political climate of Iowa. Our discussion will center on current topics facing the Iowa legislature with a focus on how we as LGBTQIA+ and our allies can stay involved, stay empowered, and stay prepared to change the trajectory of Iowa politics.
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Presented by
Iowa House Representative Timi Brown-Powers Former Representative Ras Smith |
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'Making Matriarch' on Filmmaking, Horror, & Gender Discovery with Filmmaker Carrsan T. Morrissey
WATERLOO CONVENTION CENTER - MEETING ROOM 3 |
4:00pm |
Award-winning local filmmaker Carrsan T. Morrissey, founder of the Cedar Falls-based Independent Production House “Matriarch Films,” will speak about her experience as an openly Transgender artist in the state of Iowa, the complex history of the Queer community’s relationship with the horror genre, and how her gender journey is tied directly to her work as a storyteller. After her talk, Morrissey will screen her newest short film, “ROT” (winner of the Awards of Excellence for Best Direction, Best Actress, & Best Supporting Actress at the 2023 Iowa Motion Picture Awards), followed by a Q&A.
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4:30 pm SCREENING OF ROT
A newly-wedded couple's relationship is challenged when one of them contracts a mysterious illness. (Runtime 30 mins) No movie is complete without popcorn. Enjoy free Kravve Gourmet Popcorn while watching the film! |
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Presented by Carrsan T. Morrissey, Filmmaker
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