Open and Affirming is an official designation of congregations in the
United Church of Christ which make a public covenant of welcome into
their full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations,
gender identities, and gender expressions. Affirming the full inclusion of gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender persons in the church's life and ministry. 

Chapel Hills’ Covenant was adopted by a unanimous vote
on September 30, 2018.