A descriptive word referencing The Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence and its members. The Sisters are a 21st Century order of queer nuns who can be easily recognized by their characteristic, over-the-top, drag outfits and makeup (collectively called "habits"). The Sisters made their first appearance as a group of gay, male drag nuns in San Francisco, in 1979, but have since grown to include chapters in numerous countries around the world, as well as many of the individual United States. Additionally, its membership has grown to include male, female, trans, gay, straight, bi, and everyone in between. The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence is a leading-edge Order of queer nuns. Since their first appearance in San Francisco on Easter Sunday, 1979, the Sisters have devoted themselves to community service, ministry and outreach to those on the edges, and to promoting human rights, respect for diversity and spiritual enlightenment. They believe all people have a right to express their unique joy and beauty, and they use humor and irreverent wit to expose the forces of bigotry, complacency and guilt that chain the human spirit.
Do you want to go to The Eagle with me this Sunday? The drag nuns are hosting a fundraiser for the AIDS Emergency Fund.
by Sister Dharma Gettin' October 17, 2020
Get the Drag Nun mug.Stop The Violence is an long-running campaign of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, started by Sister Roma in 1989. It began in response to violence against LGBTQ people in San Francisco and elsewhere, with signs that were/are freely distributed to businesses and residences. When displayed, the signs alert people, at a glance, that that building is a safe space to come if ever needed. You can check out their FaceBook page for updates, information, and to find out how you can get involved. Go to FaceBook and Search: StopTheViolenceSF.
I noticed that Cliff's Hardware finally replaced their Stop The Violence window sign. It's about time! That other one was faded and barely visible. If you want one for your space check out The Sisters' FaceBook page.
by Sister Dharma Gettin' June 16, 2020
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