PRIDE & AFFIRMING EVENTS

at Sunnyvale Pres • Summer 2026

Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church strives to be a community that welcomes and affirms all. Read more about our affirming stance and our LGBTQ support groups.

Pride Events • Summer 2026

Let's celebrate Pride! Mark your calendar for these LGBTQ+ and Affirming Church events.

Everyone is encouraged to wear your Sunnyvale Pres Pride shirt.


Out Loud Choir

Rehearsals in July/August

Leading worship on Sunday, August 23 @ 10 am

Queer folk & allies* are invited to make music together! All levels of singers are welcome. Even if you can't perform, we'd love to have you just come and sing with us! We will share our music at the Sunnyvale Pres Queer-led Worship service at 10 am on August 23. Rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 7 pm (July 16 - August 20). For questions and the full rehearsal schedule, sign up below or email Cody Scott.

 

* Allies are people who support and celebrate Queer people, and advocate for equal rights and fair treatment. 


Queer-Led Worship

Sunday, August 23 @ 10 am

Sanctuary & online

We are an Open & Affirming church! Members of the Sunnyvale Pres queer community will lead us in worship, including special music from the Out Loud Choir. Please join us!


Silicon Valley Pride

Sunday, August 30, 2026 @ 10 am
Downtown San Jose, at the intersection of
Julian & Market Streets

Come join us Sunday, August 30 @ 10 am for Silicon Valley Pride! The parade and festival will be located at Plaza de César Chávez Park in Downtown San Jose, at the intersection of Julian & Market Streets. It will be a great time to connect with others as we celebrate Pride! Please sign up below to note interest in marching in the parade.


Sunnyvale Pres Support Groups

Queer Fellowship Group

Meets Monthly

We seek to cultivate a safe and vibrant fellowship space for our LGBTQ+ community members that honors an abundant God who loves us.

 

Please note: this group is closed, meaning that it is a fellowship group for a marginalized community. Read more about our guidelines on the Support Groups page.


Family and Friends of LGBTQ+ Group

Last Monday of the Month @ 7 pm (on Zoom)

Join other parents, friends, and allies as we provide a safe space to share, ask questions, and affirm each other's journeys. Hosted by Director of Community Life Carol Heath who cares deeply about the queer community, and wants to share space with others who need care. We will grow together and educate one another as we support and affirm our LGBTQ+ loved ones. All are welcome from the church and the community.