OutSFL Highlights Father Lee and Our Parish

Lee Davis • October 22, 2026

OutSFL Highlights Father Lee and Our Parish’s Ministry of Welcome

We’re grateful to OutSFL and writer Mary Rasura for featuring Father Lee Davis in the publication’s Out & Proud 2026 series. Her article, “Father Lee Davis | Building a Church Without Side Doors,” explores his journey as an openly gay priest and the ministry we share at St. Mary Magdalene & St. Martin Episcopal Church.


Rasura’s profile connects Father Lee’s experiences in the Navy and the church with his commitment to a parish where LGBTQ people, immigrants, and others wounded by religious rejection can find belonging. It also recognizes our congregation’s generosity, highlighting nearly $2 million directed into the wider community through grants and outreach.


Although the profile features Father Lee, the ministry it describes belongs to this whole congregation. Every person who welcomes a newcomer, supports our outreach, or helps someone feel at home has a part in this story.


Thank you to Mary Rasura and OutSFL for sharing it—and to everyone who helps our parish put love into practice.


Article reprinted with permission of OutSFL. Written by Mary Rasura.


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