Russell recognized for contributions to LGBT community
Gay News Blog May 10 08
Father Jake points us to the news that the Rev. Susan Russell of All Saints Pasadena has been recognized by the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center with a LACE award, which honors "local lesbians and bisexual women who have distinguished themselves by making particularly significant contributions to the local LGBT community." Russell received the award in a ceremony last weekend along with three other women, each with contributions in a specific arena; hers was the spirituality award:
A parish priest at All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena and an outspoken critic of the religious right, Susan Russell travels around the county to lobby for LGBT inclusion in the church. Full story...
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