Pride in Pictures: Walking proudly in my clergy clothes

Next to me is the Reverend Jennifer Phillips, who marched in her clerical clothes. I remember people on the sidelines running up to her in tears, hugging her and thanking her for her support.
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Kathy Corbett-Welch, Pride in Pictures
Photo: Kathy Corbett-Welch

For our second annual Pride in Pictures, LGBTQ Nation asked readers to submit a meaningful photo of themselves at Pride.

We have absolutely loved seeing your joy, your glitter, your fabulous outfits, and of course, your pride. Now, we’re spending the summer sharing some of our favorite photos and stories with all of you.

Related: Pride in Pictures: Showing my rainbow colors

Name: 

Kathy Corbett–Welch

Location:

Boston, 1988

What makes this photo special to you?

I’m in the middle. Next to me is the Reverend Jennifer Phillips, always an ally and Rector of our Episcopal Parish. She and 2 others marched with us in their clerical clothes at a time when the LGBTQ2S communities were being rejected by their churches. I remember people on the sidelines running up to her in tears, hugging her and thanking her for her support. I was so moved. Now I’m a Priest, walking proudly in my clergy clothes!

Kathy Corbett-Welch, Pride in Pictures
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