Blog — Pastor Brenda Walker

My reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic beginning March 20, 2020.

Journals, COVID-19Brenda WalkerDecember 17, 2021coronavirus, COVID-19

Stages of Grief in John 11

In April 1983 my experience of grief became intertwined with John 11. I propose a sixth stage of the grief process. All six stages can be found within the narrative of John 11.

Bible Study, AdvocacyBrenda WalkerSeptember 23, 2021John 11, stages of grief

Virginia Bans the Panic Defense

On March 31, 2021, Virginia became the 12th state to ban the “panic defense.” This legislative victory is a step toward accountability in cases of anti-LGBTQ+ violence.

AdvocacyBrenda WalkerApril 6, 2021legislation

The Easter Sermon I Never Preached

Mark was never my favorite gospel for Easter Sunday. Who wants an Easter sermon based on a passage that has no resurrection appearance?

Bible StudyBrenda WalkerApril 3, 2021Easter, Biblical interpretation

A Good Friday Reflection

The seven last words of Jesus are an ancient litany, dating back to at least the 16th century.

JournalsBrenda WalkerApril 2, 2021Easter, poetry, reflection

A Call to Action on Transgender Day of Visibility

Today is the 12th annual International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), a day to advocate and celebrate the contributions, triumphs, strength, and resilience of transgender and non-binary people.

Gender Identity & FaithBrenda WalkerMarch 31, 2021Transgender Day of Visibility, Advocacy

Making Our Country a Safer, More Just Place to Live

My column about the Equality Act is excerpted from the March 28, 2021 issue of The Richmond Times-Dispatch.

AdvocacyBrenda WalkerMarch 28, 2021Advocacy

Faith Communities Becoming Informed Advocates For Transgender People: An Interview with Just Talk Live

I joined Just Talk Live to discuss my journey to becoming an advocate for transgender people and how churches can become informed allies and safe spaces for transgender people and their loved ones. Watch the full interview.