Notes & Reflections from the Soulforce Journey

Announcing Our New Executive Director

Posted in News & Updates by Brian Murphy on April 11th, 2010

Rev. Dr. Cindi Love begins her new duties as Executive Director for Soulforce on April 22, 2010. Dr. Cindi Love brings a wide range of leadership, management and organizational experience to her new role as SOULFORCE’s Executive Director. From January 2005 until April 2009, she served as the Executive Director of the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC). Prior to MCC, she served as an Executive Dean in the third largest community college system in the United States, as a Senior Executive of The Toro Company (NYSE:TTC) and CEO and Founder of several award winning corporations, including one named to the INC 500 in 1990. In 1990, Dr. Love was named one of the “Top 50 Entrepreneurs” in North America by Inc. Magazine, the Young Entrepreneur’s Organization, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dr. Love is the creator of the Would Jesus Discriminate? campaign and author of a book by the same name.

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22 Responses

April 11th, 2010 Chuck

There are many organizations now that seek changes for gays. Naturally I cannot support all the organizations except in spirit. If I can lend financial support, I choose to contribute to Soulforce BECAUSE my personal experience has been that THE PRIMARY reason people say they cannot/will not do anything to accept homosexuality as OK and might do things to discourage it is because they believe that the Bible and therefore God says it is wrong and not what He wants. Soulforce gets to the heart and soul of the “issue”. Laws can change and churches can even stop throwing us out but until people truly know in their heart and spirit that homosexuality is OK with God…and I maintain that they won’t know it unless they want to. How to get them to want to know it is ok is totally completely beyond me.
So, i welcome Dr. Cindi Love and leave that challenge to you.

April 11th, 2010 Hope

Congratluations to you, Cindi and Soulforce. I am truly excited for our LGBT & Faith communities with Soulforce’s selection in you!

I will be watching with active support now and over the years to come.

Thanks for taking on this role. I admire you.

Hope

April 11th, 2010 Mike

Welcome Cindi amd congatulations to you and Soulforce.

April 11th, 2010 Jeaneane Hill

Congratulations Cindi and Soulforce. Homophobia not only strikes our gay children but our own family and friends. I have heard countless stories of families and churches kicking glbt sons and daughters out. It pains me to think that my son thought I might not love him if he came out. That fear was not from me but from church and society. Today I am proud activist thanks to the training I received with Soulforce. So Rev. Mel if you the “old” man” can go on so can this determined “old lady”. Thanks again Cindi for stepping up and making a difference. The Cross Lady-Jeaneane

April 11th, 2010 Kathleen Walsh

Congratulations, Cindi. Mcc’s loss is Soulforce’s gain.
Best of luck in your new endeavor. You are an asset to the GLBT community. Thanks for your service.

April 11th, 2010 Alice Cromwell

Cindi – It’s wonderful to see a person of your background and commitment taking over the leadership of Soulforce because it’s influence is great and effective. I’ve been a part of Soulforce almost since the beginning, and have profited from using the nonviolent training I received from Mel White in my personal relationships as well as in the work I continue to do for eliminating religion based violence. Blessings on you and strength and wisdom for the journey!

April 11th, 2010 Paul Dodd

Cindi, I am absolutely delighted to hear that you have been selected as the new Executive Director of Soulforce. The search committee and board could not have made a better choice, and I’m convinced it is all part of God’s plan for our community as we sojourn together on this long and relentless journey to justice.

Blessings my friend, and please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers as you begin your work with Soulforce.

April 11th, 2010 John Rutledge

Hi Rev Love, my partner Rev Gary Hartman and I met you and your assistant, Bill, at the Soulforce action at the UMC General Conference in Forth Worth. Congratulations. This is wonderful news! We wish you all the best and hope to see you and our Soulforce friends at an event. Gary has recently received priv of call with the UCC. We are excited to see where we are led. Peace , John Rutledge.

April 11th, 2010 Carol Boltz

Hi Cindi! It thrills me no end that you have come to Soulforce with your wealth of experience as well as your warm personality!

I believe Soulforce will continue moving forward in our efforts to end religion-based discrimination against all LGBTQ persons, and I can’t wait to work with you more. We welcome you with open arms.

April 12th, 2010 Harry Knox

Cindi rocks! She is a great leader, an powerful spokesperson, and an incrdible professional. Way-to-go Soulforce!

April 12th, 2010 Yvonne Hudson

Rev. Dr. Love, We are thrilled to welcome you to Soulforce! This is a vital organization that represents a central cause in our own lives as we participate in our local spiritual community and attempt to bring about positive change. Thank for answering the call on behalf of so many individuals and families.

Grace and peace,
Yvonne Hudson
Pittsburgh, PA

April 13th, 2010 Bron Greenfeather

CONGRATULATIONS Cindi… this organization will only be stronger for having you at the helm. God bless all your endeavors! Congratulation to Soulforce for your excellent choice… God moves through this wonderful servant to accomplish unbelievable things. “Fasten your seatbelts” and hang on… inconceivable achievements are headed your way!

Agape,
Bron Greenfeather
Wichita, Kansas

April 13th, 2010 Rev. Keith Mozingo

Cindi,

I’m so happy for you and for Soulforce! I don’t know who is more blessed! I appreciate your leadership in MCC and am thrilled to see your ministry continues! God bless you, my sister.

Rev. Keith Mozingo
Pastor, MCC Baton Rouge

April 13th, 2010 Kat Couch

Congratulations Cindi! When one door closes another door opens – and God has opened up this door for you to do GREAT things! I am very happy and excited for you. Best of Luck in your new spiritual journey!

April 21st, 2010 Kaitlyn Lundrigan

Congratulations Cindi! I think you are such an excellent choice for executive director of Soulforce! When you get settled in and are ready to go, let me know – I want to help with at least one of the Soulforce programs!

April 26th, 2010 Anthony Didato

Cindi – congratulations on joining Soulforce and reminding me that the gay and lesbian community is full of wonderful, substantial people who take stands about important issues….and for being a role model to me about what that looks like.

Congrats and thanks again!

April 29th, 2010 ruth perkinson

I met Rev. Love in Richmond, Va. at an MCC service. I remember great energy…here’s to her and Soulforce continuing in the right way to heal the world.

Love to you all,

Ruth Perkinson

April 29th, 2010 Deborah Exum

Cindi,

I welcome you to Soulforce, and wish you all the
blessings in the world!

Deborah

April 29th, 2010 Norma Shogren

Thank God for YOU! Know that you have many, many supporters.
Keep up the great work. Are prayers are with you.
Amen

May 2nd, 2010 Doug Hildreth

Cindi,

Our paths have crossed paths at a number of MCC conferences throughout the years, and I have seen your leadership in action. Soulforce is blessed to have your talents. Congratulations!

Love and blessings,

Doug Hildreth
San Antonio, TX

May 3rd, 2010 James Warren

Dear Cindi,

We meet at the 1st Clergy Call about three years ago this week. I was moved by your story and we had a good chance to talk about my life and my changing roles over the last many years. WELCOME to this new role. I look forward to crossing paths with you again.

James Warren

June 13th, 2010 Steve Parelli

Congratulations upon your new position as Executive Director of Soulforce. May God bless you as you carry forth the mission and vission of Soulforce — here at home — and out into new regions of the world.

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