Welcome to Bar of the Conference. Caleb Parker is a General Conference Lay delegate in the North Carolina Conference. He’s a leader in his local congregation and passionate about the UMC. In this episode, you’ll hear about the hopeful and harmful experiences of his college years, the ways that allies have and have not shown up, and why, in spite of all of that, he remains committed to the UMC. Whether you consider yourself an ally of LGBTQ+ individuals or not, this interview will touch your heart and mind.