Stories

The Psalmist praises God saying "I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Indeed, each of us is fearfully and wonderfully made by God. Each of us has our own unique story of how God has worked in the past and continues to be at work in our lives. Our stories are testimonies to the transformative power of God's grace.

If you feel called to share your story as a part of this project, please email it to stories@roomforall.com.


Rev. Dr. Donald Bruggink shares his journey to knowing and loving gays and lesbians.

Rev. Karel Boersma talks about why his brother's life and tragic leads him to work for change.

Elder Susan Cissel tells of her journey toward accepting LGBT people.

Rev. Hartmut Kramer-Mills discusses why he supports LGBT inclusion and shares a bit about how the First Reformed Church of New Brunswick became officially welcoming and inclusive.

Rev. Bob Mitchell talks about the life and faith journey of his friend and colleague Gerald Morton.

Cyndie Odya-Weis writes about her son and his questions about the church.

Judy Parr talks about advocating justice for gays and lesbians as an expression of her inclusive Christian faith.


Rev. Richard Tiggelaar shares the story of his transformation.

Rev. Lee VanderKerk is a pseudonym chosen by an RCA minister serving a local congregation who tells of his experience growing up gay and feeling called to be a minister.