In this video, we hear from five Senior Pastors on what it means for the church, for parents and for the community to extend God’s grace and truth to people who identify as LGBTQ.

Time Stamps:
0:00 – Introduction
1:51 – Have the Church done well in engaging the LGBTQ community?
7:57 – How can the Church engage the LGBTQ community better?
15:47 – How can parents of children with same-sex attraction respond?
18:30 – Addressing the silence of some churches pertaining to same-sex attraction matters.
22:53 – Will the church be willing to run together with those who struggle with same-sex attraction?
27:22 – How should the church view people with same-sex attraction?

This “Ask Me Anything” episode presents interesting perspectives on the need to discuss sexuality in our homes. Find out more about how and why we can talk about this culturally pressing topic with our children. Parents will find this episode especially helpful.

TIME STAMPS
0:50 – How and when would you talk to your child about sexuality?
2:12 – How did you talk to your children about sexuality?
7:00 – How can churches and parents be a safe space for children to understand their sexuality?
9:00 – How do you define a safe place?
9:43 – Should children have the freedom to explore their gender and sexual orientation?
13:27 – Was same-sex attraction a developmental phase for you?

This “Ask Me Anything” episode digs into uncomfortable questions about the Church and its engagement with Christians with same-sex attraction.

TIME STAMPS
0:00 – Introduction
0:33 – Why did you share your story?
1:10 – How did overcoming same-sex attraction look like?
2:01 – Did you continue to struggle or was it a complete turnaround?
3:53 – As a Christian who used to struggle with SSA, what is your end goal?
4:53 – Is it difficult for pastors to talk about SSA to their churches and communities?
9:43 – What would you say to Christians with SSA who want to come to church?
11:17 – Why are churches talking about homosexuality when there are so many other issues to address?
14:44 – How can Christians with SSA help the Church to become a safer place?

In this series of “Ask Me Anything” episodes, we invited representatives from both groups to come together so that we can better understand and empathize with one another. Join us as we explore how we can make the Church a safer place for people with unwanted same-sex attraction.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Introduction
1:30 – Were there things that were said in church that didn’t help you?
2:13 – How did their acceptance look like?
2:36 – What were your emotions before and after coming out to your church mates?
3:08 – How should a pastor respond when someone comes out to them?
3:51 – How would you respond to someone who comes out in your church?
7:50 – How should a young person bring up LGBTQ issues to a senior pastor?
10:20 – What would your end goal look like in terms of relationships and sex?
11:04 – Is celibacy the way for those who are not attracted to the opposite gender?
16:19 – What would you say to someone who has been hurt by the Church?

We exist. We matter. We belong. Will you stand by us? Will you speak up for us? Will you make society a safer place for those like us to come out and come home?

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James was 14 when he was told his only option for happiness was to embrace his identity as a gay man. So he pursued it and found the perfect long-term relationship. He also became a strong advocate of gay rights, challenging people and institutions that did not accept the LGBTQ community.

But his story takes a dramatic turn and leaves us questioning: In our own lives, have we labeled ourselves as victims of our past, or can we emerge victorious?

What do you think? Is James a victim or a victor?

Who accepts you? And what gives you hope? What do you do when depression seems to always be an unwelcome companion. And when loneliness and rejection are too much to bear, who can you turn to?

If you’re struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, know this. You are not a victim, you are stronger than you know. You are wanted and you are loved. Don’t just come out, come home.

Listen as 4 Christians who used to struggle with same-sex attraction share about their journeys out of depression and suicidal thoughts, and into joy. Like them, you can overcome too.

Like… What would you say about a church leader who teaches that God permits homosexuality? What about pastors who’re silent about this issue? Or what about churches who’re always trying to “fix” those with same-sex attraction?

Along with other pressing questions, let’s talk about how to make the Church a safer place for people to come home to.

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