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LGBTQ+ Educating & Affirming Diversity (LEAD)

A faithful community of inclusion

The community of Saint Matthew Catholic Church is rich in tradition, united in mission, and blessed with diversity of culture, ethnicity, and heritage.

Our parish has a long history of being a welcoming and inclusive faith community.

We celebrate this diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

LEAD LGBTQ+ Ministry
2010
founded
30+
active members
Monthly
second Sunday, 1 PM
All
are welcome
LEAD's table at a Pride event: a rainbow tablecloth covered with LEAD brochures, business cards, buttons and stickers reading "Love Wins" and "Thank God I'm Gay"
Next meeting

LEAD Monthly Meeting

Sun, Dec 13, 2026 · 1:00 PM ET St. Matthew Catholic Church

Please email LEAD at lead5401@gmail.com for a meeting link for hybrid/remote meetings.

What we do

Faith, family and friendship

LEAD unites LGBTQ+ Catholics, families and allies in the life of the parish.

Gather

Monthly meetings on the second Sunday at 1:00 PM, alternating in person (often hybrid) and virtual.

Retreat & reflect

Half-day and full-day weekend retreats give us time to pray, reflect and grow together in our Catholic faith.

Educate & affirm

We work alongside sibling ministries to build understanding and make the Church a place of welcome for all of God's children.

Come as you are

There's a place for you at LEAD

LGBTQ+ Catholics, parents, family members and allies are all welcome. Come to a meeting or drop us a line.

Get connected

Follow LEAD for news, photos and event reminders.