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Meet the first elected transgender bishop Rev. Megan Rohrer

Meet the first elected transgender bishop Rev. Megan Rohrer
May 13 2021 Share

History was made in the Evangelical Lutheran Church as Rev. Megan Rohrer became the first transgender bishop elected for the Sierra Pacific Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Rohrer uses they/them pronouns, and serve as community chaplain coordinator for the San Francisco Police Department.

 

They told NBC News: ‘I’ve only been surrounded by gratitude and thankfulness and people who were excited about this. People who have transgender children, who have trans grandkids, who are just excited that this is an opportunity to share their faith with other people.’

Rohrer’s six year tenure is set to begin on September 11 and they pledge to campaign against discriminatory policies in the synod, fighting for LGBTIQ+ voices. Part of the ELCA which is one of the largest Christian denominations across the US, Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, the presiding bishop, welcomed Rohrer by saying that ‘When we say all are welcome, we mean all are welcome.’

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Photo Source: Bishop-elect Megan Rohrer

 

Bulgarian woman in critical condition following traffic accident

Bulgarian woman in critical condition following traffic accident
May 13 2021 Share

Police were informed this morning around 08:15 that a traffic accident had occurred in Triq Birkirkara, San Giljan. Preliminary investigations revealed that a 32-year-old woman from Bulgaria was hit by a Fiat Punto which was driven by a 43-year-old Norwegian woman resident of Sliema.

The Bulgarian woman was given immediate medical attention and transported to Mater Dei hospital, where she was certified to be in critical condition. Authorities are still investigating the case.

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Ellen DeGeneres to end her show in 2022

Ellen DeGeneres to end her show in 2022
May 13 2021 Share

Having kicked off back in 2008, ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ will be airing its final season in 2022, with the host stating that she is no longer being challenged creatively. Now 63-years-old, Ellen stated that ‘when you’re a creative person, you constantly need to be challenged – and as great as this show is, and as fun as it is, its just not a challenge anymore’. There have been more than 3000 episodes throughout the whopping 18 season run, with Ellen sitting down with Oprah on an upcoming episode to discuss the end.

Warner Bros unscripted TV President Mike Darnell stated that ‘Ellen was and is an indelible piece of the television landscape, and it will be sorely missed.’ DeGeneres commented on the end stating that ‘Look, its going to be really hard on the last day, but I also know its time.’ Despite not having any set plans for her immediate future, Ellen did not completely rule out returning to sitcoms or movies.

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Dean Gera Salons offering free haircuts for 21 people seeking employment

Dean Gera Salons offering free haircuts for 21 people seeking employment
May 13 2021 Share

As Malta gets back onto its feet following the quasi-lockdown, Dean Gera Salons has took it upon itself to offer free haircuts to 21 people currently seeking employment. The wonderful gesture is aimed at easing the stress that comes with approaching a new employment opportunity which, with the advent of COVID-19, was made even more stressful.

The 21 for ’21 project is aimed at raising job applicants’ confidence for their interview. ‘We can tackle that root regrowth or smarten up those strangely ends so that you can focus on communicating what you can bring to their company’s table’ says the company. The iconic brand has been around since 2007, with founder Dean making big leaps in the business through his skill in the craft.

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Photo Source: Dean Gera FB