News Briefing

    Christ Church to host LGBT screening

    Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St., will next week host two free screenings of a film that examines the intersection of the faith and LGBT communities.

    The church will show “Love Free or Die” at 7 p.m. June 4-5. The film examines the life and work of the Rev. Gene Robinson, the first openly gay, non-celibate bishop in the Episcopal Church.

    The movie was created by Groundswell of Courage, and guests will have the opportunity to discuss LGBT inclusion in faith communities following the screening with Groundswell producers.

    For more information or to RSVP, visit www.christchurchphila.org.

    Happy hour benefits LGBT youth

    Fundraising campaign Socially Conscious Philadelphia will celebrate a happy hour next week to support The Attic Youth Center’s work with LGBT young people.

    SCP’s event will run from 5:30-8 p.m. June 5 at Woody’s, 202 S. 13th St. All proceeds from the $10 cover will go to The Attic.

    Guests will get one free drink and appetizers.

    SCP stages social gatherings each month to raise funds for area nonprofits.

    For more information, visit scphila.blogspot.com/.

    — Jen Colletta

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