Michael J. Crumpler

Full name: Rev. Michael J. Crumpler

LGBTQ and Multicultural Programs Director

LGBTQ and Multicultural Ministries in Ministries and Faith Development

Email: mcrumpler@uua.org

Telephone: (617) 948-6417

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Rev. Michael J. Crumpler joined the UUA in early 2017. Shortly thereafter, he was ordained to Reverend in the United Church of Christ. Michael lives in Harlem and is very active in social justice ministry at the historic Judson Memorial Church of New York City and the surrounding queer community. He is most passionate about intersectional ministry centered in blackness, queerness, HIV/AIDS, economic justice, and emotional well-being.

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We gather on this National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, remembering those lost to HIV/AIDS and recognizing the urgency of the moment for those still with us. We come with open hearts, seeking healing and transformation in our communities.

By Michael J. Crumpler | February 7, 2024 | From Uplift
Tagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

On this World AIDS Day, we remember, we reflect, and we continue the FIGHT …

By Michael J. Crumpler | December 6, 2023 | From Uplift
Tagged as: #LGBTQ, LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

October 18th is International Pronouns Day Pronouns Education as ResistanceIn November 2016, I was reeling. Donald Trump had just been elected. He had wreaked so much destruction just in the campaign cycle, it was hard to imagine his term in office.

By Michael J. Crumpler | October 13, 2023 | From Uplift
Tagged as: #LGBTQ, Coming Out, Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer, LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

At a moment when so many legislatures are debating hateful laws, Unitarian Universalism affirms what is true yesterday, today, and every day: Trans people are divine. There is no such thing as other people’s children. We join together in fighting for a world in which all of us are free and thriving.

By Michael J. Crumpler | March 7, 2023 | From Uplift
Tagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

As this treacherous and tiresome year comes to a close, may these small victories bring you hope. May you remember that you are not alone. May you find comfort and joy in times of grief and sorrow. May you find the strength to persevere this journey of justice, peace, and equity.

By Michael J. Crumpler | December 19, 2022 | From Uplift
Tagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

The barrage of anti-trans legislation that has been levied against the trans/non-binary community along with a culture of hate that is harming our children is directly responsible for these senseless killings and the dangers the transgender community faces on a daily basis.

By Michael J. Crumpler, Adrian Ballou | November 21, 2022 | From Uplift
Tagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

A guide for group conversations around practices that help congregations live into their commitments to dismantling systems of oppression in themselves and their communities.

Training | By New England Region of the UUA, Michael J. Crumpler | April 8, 2022 | From LeaderLab
Tagged as: Anti-Racism

The Biden-Harris Administration signed executive orders prohibiting discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation and enabling transgender Americans to serve in the military.

By Michael J. Crumpler | January 29, 2021 | From Uplift
Tagged as: LGBTQ Welcome & Equality

As Unitarian Universalists, ending discrimination against LGBTQ+ people at work and everywhere is the goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice.

By Michael J. Crumpler | June 15, 2020 | From Uplift

Two groundbreaking works related to HIV and AIDS in 2019: OnCurating Issue 42 and Spiritual Care in the Age of #BlackLivesMatter.

By Michael J. Crumpler | December 2, 2019 | From Uplift

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December 1st is World AIDS Day

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On this World AIDS Day, we remember, we reflect, and we continue the FIGHT …

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