New Hampshire Council of Churches Response to the Governor’s Signing Anti-Trans Legislation into Law

At the New Hampshire Council of Churches, our mission is rooted in the unwavering belief in God’s inclusive love. We stand firm in our commitment to unite New Hampshire congregations and faith leaders in advocacy for the inherent dignity of every person. In response to the Governor’s choice to sign three anti-trans bills into law, we express our profound disappointment and deep concern over the codification of discrimination against our transgender siblings.

As people of faith, we believe that every individual is created in the image of God, deserving of respect, dignity, and love. These new laws undermine our collective fundamental principles by targeting and marginalizing individuals based on their gender identity. Such actions are in direct conflict with the teachings of our faith, which call us to love our neighbors as ourselves and to stand against injustice in all its forms.

We urge our lawmakers to repeal these harmful measures then draft legislation which uplifts and affirms the inherent worth of all Granite Staters. Our faith compels us to strive for a society where all people, regardless of their gender identity, can live authentically and without fear of discrimination. In the spirit of God’s inclusive love, we call on elected officials to strengthen NH communities through laws which reflect the values of compassion, equality, and justice for all.

Lisa D. Beaudoin, Executive Director                          NH Council of Churches Board of Directors