Northampton ~ May 1, 2010 ~ A Beautiful Day for Pride!

Northampton ~ May 1, 2010 ~ A Beautiful Day for Pride! "Approximately 140 people representing 14 ONA churches participated in the Northampton pride parade in May. Smiles were contagious. It was a glorious day (as is every day) to be a part of a denomination that is so bold in its inclusive love of everyone. My spouse and I felt extremely proud to be holding a UCC banner, which proclaimed our inclusive love for all. As we marched in downtown Northampton, people cheered "Yea UCC." It was so incredibly moving. " - Rev. Ellen Petersen, North Hadley Congregational Church Photos by Ivy Tillman and Sonya Fernandes