Rune Skretteberg (born 1959)

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In the 1990s, he became active in the Open Church Group (ÅK), where he was particularly engaged in the dialogue concerning the place of homosexuals in the Church, including in ordained positions.

In the interview, Skretteberg speaks about growing up and living openly as a gay man in a place like Kristiansand, where religion still holds a strong influence.

He also discusses his work in the 1990s, when he became involved in dialogue meetings between local congregations and openly queer individuals. This engagement was prompted by a Church Assembly decision to investigate whether people in same-sex relationships could hold positions within the Church.

In an excerpt from the interview, he elaborates on his involvement in the Open Church Group and his efforts to promote greater inclusion and acceptance within the Church.

The full interview is available in our reading room. Skeivt Arkiv met Rune Skretteberg in Kristiansand in February 2020.