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El Paso Sun City Pride Presents
11th Annual Pridefest Celebration Scheduled for May 28th, 2018 - June 4, 2018.
11th Annual Pridefest Celebration Scheduled for May 28th, 2018 - June 4, 2018.
Sunday, May 20, 2018 10:00 AM 11:00 AM San Jacinto Plaza
Join El Paso Sun City Pride with the Metropolitan Community Church on Sunday, May 20, from 10 am to 11 am for the annual Pride Service at San Jacinto Plaza downtown. The Briar Patch will open their doors at 12 following the service for a barbecue till 2 pm. The barbecue that follows will be an all age event and pets are welcome as well. Those who attend the festivities after our service and plan to drink must also be eating per Texas regulations. So come and join us in celebrating faith and community for this special event.
Join El Paso Sun City Pride with the Metropolitan Community Church on Sunday, May 20, from 10 am to 11 am for the annual Pride Service at San Jacinto Plaza downtown. The Briar Patch will open their doors at 12 following the service for a barbecue till 2 pm. The barbecue that follows will be an all age event and pets are welcome as well. Those who attend the festivities after our service and plan to drink must also be eating per Texas regulations. So come and join us in celebrating faith and community for this special event.
Pride Parade Saturday June 2nd 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Begins at Houston Park.
Sun City Pride's week of pride events concludes with a parade for several reasons. It helps celebrate who we are as LGBT citizens and highlight the support of our LGBT allies in the community. MCC of El Paso will be entering the parade. We look forward to creating a special float that demonstrates who we are so others can join us in expressing our Vision Statement; "To be a diverse faith community demonstrating our Creator's love for all." For many, the parade is a chance to be reminded that you are not alone. The El Paso community has historically been progressive on human rights issues and this is evident at the parade. It is a chance for families, parents, and LGBT individuals to come together in a showing of love and support and we cherish this opportunity each year.
"Drag Bingo at the Prickly Elder" Monday, May 28th - 9PM - 11PM
This event kicks of the nightly weekday pride events and we are thrilled to bring it to El Paso. It is a chance to enjoy a night out with friends, play a few games and, of course, win prizes! -FREE
This event kicks of the nightly weekday pride events and we are thrilled to bring it to El Paso. It is a chance to enjoy a night out with friends, play a few games and, of course, win prizes! -FREE
"Taco Tuesday" at the Alamo Draft House. Tuesday, May 29th - 6:30PM - 9:30pm
To Wong Foo? Yes. Come watch the the cult classic movie with all your friends! This year will be our first year partnering with Alamo Drafthouse for a special night focused on our lesbian community. It is a chance to enjoy a movie and mingle. Of course, an event like this would not be complete without a little kitsch so we will be serving special order tacos all night! Tickets are $20 for the showing and we will have a little entertainment before the movie starts. (Family friendly.)
ALSO: There will be regularly scheduled trivia night at Alamo Drafthouse before the movie. Trivia this night will be LGBT pride themed and all proceeds from the $5 buy in will benefit El Paso Sun City Pride!
To Wong Foo? Yes. Come watch the the cult classic movie with all your friends! This year will be our first year partnering with Alamo Drafthouse for a special night focused on our lesbian community. It is a chance to enjoy a movie and mingle. Of course, an event like this would not be complete without a little kitsch so we will be serving special order tacos all night! Tickets are $20 for the showing and we will have a little entertainment before the movie starts. (Family friendly.)
ALSO: There will be regularly scheduled trivia night at Alamo Drafthouse before the movie. Trivia this night will be LGBT pride themed and all proceeds from the $5 buy in will benefit El Paso Sun City Pride!
"Hear Me Roar" (Family event at the El Paso Zoo). Wednesday, May 30th - 6:00pm - 10:00pm
This event occurs at the El Paso Zoo yearly and is our flagship family event. It is a chance for people to all join and enjoy an evening with animals, exploring and of course a little drag. The event also hosts a live auction to help raise money for future pride events and scholarships. Friends and family of all ages are welcomed to join in on the fun. Come enjoy a beautiful summer evening with wildlife from Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Cool off in the Hunt Family Desert Spring Splashpad. Like slides? We've got those too at the Foster Treehouse Playground... for children and adults! DJs throughout Zoo Grounds will fill the air with beats for music lovers of all types. Sip on wine or enjoy a cold beer and watch as folks feed the giraffes, ride the train, and much more. Hungry? Nibble on tasty gourmet street food brought to you by local food trucks! El Paso Sun City Pride Sponsor Reception will be located in the heart of the Zoo, close to inflatables for all to enjoy! And after you've visited all the animals, get ready for the wildest drag show in the newly opened Wildlife Amphitheater! There's lots to do, but even more to celebrate as we proudly continue our PRIDE celebrations! $15 for adults, $5 for children 12 yrs and under.
This event occurs at the El Paso Zoo yearly and is our flagship family event. It is a chance for people to all join and enjoy an evening with animals, exploring and of course a little drag. The event also hosts a live auction to help raise money for future pride events and scholarships. Friends and family of all ages are welcomed to join in on the fun. Come enjoy a beautiful summer evening with wildlife from Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Cool off in the Hunt Family Desert Spring Splashpad. Like slides? We've got those too at the Foster Treehouse Playground... for children and adults! DJs throughout Zoo Grounds will fill the air with beats for music lovers of all types. Sip on wine or enjoy a cold beer and watch as folks feed the giraffes, ride the train, and much more. Hungry? Nibble on tasty gourmet street food brought to you by local food trucks! El Paso Sun City Pride Sponsor Reception will be located in the heart of the Zoo, close to inflatables for all to enjoy! And after you've visited all the animals, get ready for the wildest drag show in the newly opened Wildlife Amphitheater! There's lots to do, but even more to celebrate as we proudly continue our PRIDE celebrations! $15 for adults, $5 for children 12 yrs and under.
"Out at the Park" (Chihuahuas Pride Game)
Since the Chihuahuas came of El Paso, they have been a wonderful partner to pride. This is a great event for families, couples and singles to come enjoy a night out at the park watching baseball and wearing their best pride shirts. This year will mark the fourth year of this great event & partnership with the Chihuahuas-El Paso's favorite team! Chico will be in attendance and there to show his support for Pride and help pump people up for the weekend's events which you surely won't want to miss. (Photo Credit: Michaela Roman, The Prospector)
Tickets $17, link coming soon on Chihuahua's website. Buy tickets: code SCP2018.
Since the Chihuahuas came of El Paso, they have been a wonderful partner to pride. This is a great event for families, couples and singles to come enjoy a night out at the park watching baseball and wearing their best pride shirts. This year will mark the fourth year of this great event & partnership with the Chihuahuas-El Paso's favorite team! Chico will be in attendance and there to show his support for Pride and help pump people up for the weekend's events which you surely won't want to miss. (Photo Credit: Michaela Roman, The Prospector)
Tickets $17, link coming soon on Chihuahua's website. Buy tickets: code SCP2018.
God always calls at the right time. The only challenge is, you may not be ready. I have experienced this on more than one occasion in my life so I do have faith in God for this particular time as well.
It is time for Melanie and I to retire. God is sending us to Edmond, Oklahoma to be with family and to discover new ways of expressing our gifts. MCC of El Paso has been a life changing gift to our lives. This was not an easy decision. We are looking forward to celebrating the time we have shared. Melanie and I will be departing at the end of June. We love all of you and will continue to pray for this church.
Peace! Rev. Kati L. Houts
It is time for Melanie and I to retire. God is sending us to Edmond, Oklahoma to be with family and to discover new ways of expressing our gifts. MCC of El Paso has been a life changing gift to our lives. This was not an easy decision. We are looking forward to celebrating the time we have shared. Melanie and I will be departing at the end of June. We love all of you and will continue to pray for this church.
Peace! Rev. Kati L. Houts
Sunday Worship
May 13, 11:30am - Join us for our "social time" in the conference room for coffee, cookies and conversation.
12:30pm - Join us for Worship Service with Rev. Kati L. Houts.
Lost coming to service? Map HERE or Jeremiah keeps his phone on into the service, 915-706-6599.
May 13, 11:30am - Join us for our "social time" in the conference room for coffee, cookies and conversation.
12:30pm - Join us for Worship Service with Rev. Kati L. Houts.
Lost coming to service? Map HERE or Jeremiah keeps his phone on into the service, 915-706-6599.
"Blessed be all mothers
Who have come into our lives
Whose kindness, care and loving
Remain with us to guide.
Your inspiration in us
Made us strive in every way
Especially to remember
Helping others makes our day.
Mothers, this little tribute
Flows directly from my heart
You are so loved and cherished
Invaluable, one and all, you are. Amen.
By Susan Kramer
Who have come into our lives
Whose kindness, care and loving
Remain with us to guide.
Your inspiration in us
Made us strive in every way
Especially to remember
Helping others makes our day.
Mothers, this little tribute
Flows directly from my heart
You are so loved and cherished
Invaluable, one and all, you are. Amen.
By Susan Kramer
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Meeting in the East Chapel of First Presbyterian Church,
1340 Murchison Dr., El Paso, TX 79902 (Schuster/ Murchison & Brown St)
Fellowship begins at 11:30am Worship begins at 12:30pm each Sunday.
1340 Murchison Dr., El Paso, TX 79902 (Schuster/ Murchison & Brown St)
Fellowship begins at 11:30am Worship begins at 12:30pm each Sunday.