Jim Gerhard

Photos

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Stole Text

I send you to open their eyes, that they might turn from darkness to light.  Acts 26:18 
Jim Gerhard
ELDER

Contribution Story

This stole honoring Jim Gerhard, an ordained Elder, is one of twelve stoles given to the Shower of Stoles collection by Tabernacle United Church in Philadelphia.  All twelve stoles are similar in size and style.  The three signature stoles are white and the nine individual stoles are purple; most have matching pastel flannel binding on the ends of the panels. 

Tabernacle United Church, United Church of Christ and Presbyterian union church located adjacent to the University of Pennsylvania campus, has a long history of activism, from its community organizing and support of a school for Black children in the mid-1800's to its more recent history of sanctuary in support of Central American refugees, peace activism, and outspoken advocacy on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons.  Tabernacle is both a More Light and Open and Affirming congregation, working for the full inclusion of LGBT people in the life and leadership of the church.

Martha Juillerat
Founder, Shower of Stoles Project
2006

Archival Record

Stole Number: 285
Honoree(s): Jim Gerhard
Donor(s): Tabernacle United Church
Geography: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (USA)
Faith Tradition: Presbyterian Church (USA)
Donation Date: 1996

Citation

“Jim Gerhard,” LGBTQ Religious Archives Network, accessed March 28, 2024, https://exhibits.lgbtran.org/items/show/821.