An Evening with Bishop Deon Johnson

On June 13, 2020, Deon Kevin Johnson was ordained as the new bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri. Although he is its eleventh bishop, he holds the distinction of being both the first Black and first openly gay leader of the diocese. Join us for an evening with Bishop Johnson as he shares his story of growing up in Barbados, immigrating to the US as a teen, and navigating his sexuality. He’ll also discuss his perspective on the relationship between faith and activism, political polarization, and his commitment to fostering inclusion for the Episcopal church in eastern Missouri.

Come early to enjoy happy hour with food and drinks available for purchase from Sugarfire. Visit resource tables from local organizations, make a button to show your pride, and catch a 15-minute guided tour to learn about local LGBTQIA+ history.

Schedule

5:00–8:00pm | Explore the Museum’s exhibits and view the #1 in Civil Rights: The African American Freedom Struggle in St. Louis banner display in the Grand Hall.
5:00–7:00pm | Enjoy food and drinks available for purchase from Sugarfire.
5:30–6:30pm | Visit resource tables from local organizations and make a button to show your pride.
5:45pm and 6:05pm | Take a 15-minute guided tour to learn about local LGBTQIA+ history.
6:30–8:00pm | Head to the Lee Auditorium for the program with Bishop Deon Johnson.

This program is associated with Gateway to Pride, presented by the William A. Kerr Foundation and AARP St. Louis.

Event Type: Community Event
When: Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 05:30 PM
Location: Missouri History Museum
Neighborhood: City-Wide
Ward: Many Wards
Admission: Free.
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