Pastor Bailey Brawner

Rev. Bailey Brawner (she/her) is a queer pastor, speaker, writer, LGBTQIA+activist, and podcast host who lives and works at the intersection of faith and sexuality. Bailey moved from Alaska to San Diego with her dog, Oakley, and is appointed as the Senior Pastor at Mission Hills United Methodist Church, a Reconciling congregation. Her unique perspective and identity have made her a prominent leader in the queer faith spaces in the UMC and beyond, and in digital ministry spaces. Across her work, Bailey lives into her call to create spiritual spaces for those who have experienced religious trauma. You can connect with her work at baileynbrawner.com.