The Reverend Susan Russell stands as a powerful voice within the Episcopal Church, particularly recognized for her identity as an openly gay priest and her commitment to social justice. A lifelong Episcopalian, her journey has been marked by significant contributions to LGBTQ+ inclusion and women’s rights within religious spaces.
As the former president of Integrity USA, a leading advocacy group for LGBTQ+ Episcopalians, Rev. Russell played a pivotal role in advancing the full inclusion of gay and lesbian individuals in the church. Her work extends beyond this as a staff member at All Saints Pasadena and as Canon for Engagement Across Difference in the Diocese of Los Angeles.
Ordained in 1996, Rev. Canon Russell’s ministry embodies a progressive theology that champions equality, compassion, and the inherent dignity of all people, making her an influential figure in the ongoing conversation about faith and identity.
