Events

Get involved! Find Christian community and support. CenterPeace offers both in-person and virtual events. Whether you're an LGBTQ person, a parent with an LGBTQ loved one, or a ministry leader looking for resources, here's what's coming up soon! Check back for updates throughout the year.

2026 National Conference - October 15-17

Join us this October for CenterPeace's 8th national conference, now held biennially! Experience this warm-hearted gathering of LGBTQ Christians, their churches, and their families. It's an amazing time of making new friends and reuniting with old ones. The Conference features a range of speakers, worship leaders, storytellers, and those ready to listen to your heart.

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Stories & Tunes - December 2026

Join us for a special Christmas Stories & Tunes event in December 2026, Details to be announced soon!

Certificate Applications - Opens January 2027

Are you a pastor, Christian leader, or seminary student seeking to be trained in effective LGBTQ ministry? Earn your certificate! Cohort begins in September 2027!

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Bakos Project Applications - Opens May 2027

Are you an LGBTQ Christian in your 20s and 30s with leadership qualities looking for mentoring and community? The next application period will open May 2027.

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Affirming Pastors Lunch - Coming Again in 2027!

Back by popular demand, CenterPeace co-hosted its second Affirming Pastors Lunch in Dallas for clergy and ministry leaders in the metroplex area. We shared a meal, networked, and shared resources. Keep an eye out for information about our next Affirming Pastors Lunch!

Tapestry Retreat - Coming Again in 2027!

If you're an LGBTQ Christian longing for fellowship with others like you, come join us for a weekend of connection, spiritual encouragement, and fun! Relax in the beautiful hill country of Texas for this intimate retreat. Space is limited!

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Ongoing Activities

Nurturing Faith

Nurturing Faith is a quarterly Zoom group for LGBTQ folk. Learn more and find community at the private Facebook group, CenterPeace LGBTQ Community. Zoom links are posted there.

Stories & Tunes

A quarterly Dallas, Texas gathering for LGBTQ folk and allies to share their stories and worship together at a cozy coffee shop. Contact CenterPeace for details.

Just Dinner

Just Dinner is just that: simply a meal together. This is not an overtly religious gathering, but it exemplifies the Spirit of Christ by creating a place of belonging for all LGBTQ people. Contact CenterPeace for details.