OUR MISSION
The Oasis is a justice ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark which seeks to reveal the unconditional love of God to absolutely everyone without barrier to sexual orientation, race, class, disability, gender, gender identity, or gender expression.
WELCOME TO THE OASIS MINISTRY
Background:
The OASIS was founded in 1989, as a diocesan ministry to gay and lesbian (and later bisexual and transgender) people. The Diocese of Newark was the first in the Episcopal Church to fully include openly gay and lesbian (and later bisexual and transgender) people in the full life of the Church. This prophetic ministry has led the way for the entire Episcopal Church and the larger Anglican Communion.
We are:
- Founded on our Baptismal Covenant
- Claiming the Gospel promise of liberation
- In solidarity with the prophetic witness of scripture
- Embodied in justice, hospitality and love
Grant and Scholarships
Louie Crew Clay Scholarship
The OASIS will award up to two annual scholarships of $2,500. Scholarship applications will be vetted by a Scholarship Committee.
THE OASIS GRANT
The Oasis will entertain applications for grants – typically up to $5,000 – for specific projects which are in keeping with our mission and goals.