In a world of chaos and strife, Where darkness seeks to claim our life, A glimmer of hope, a shining light, Resistance blooms, and hearts ignite. For in this battle, we stand together, Bound by bonds no force can sever, Resistance is not an act alone, But a dance between […]
Embracing Pride Month: A Pastor’s Perspective on Saving Lives and Supporting LGBTQ+ Teens
Introduction As a pastor and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I believe it is vital to recognize the significance of Pride Month in preventing suicides among LGBTQ+ teens. While faith and sexual orientation may appear to clash for some, it is essential to emphasize that love, acceptance, and inclusivity […]
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Voices Unbound; A Call for Faith Leaders to Speak Truth in the Public Square!
In the public square, a sacred sound, Religious leaders, voices unbound. Activists for truth, champions of right, Guided by faith, their souls alight. With hearts aflame, they take their stand, Embracing justice, hand in hand. Boldly advocating, breaking the mold, For what they believe, courageous and bold. Inclusive and diverse, […]
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Move the Line; a call for action!
O faith leaders, hear my humble plea, In sacred spaces where hearts gather free, I beseech you to heed the urgent call, To move the line, dismantle prejudice’s wall. In your hands, you hold the power divine, To guide your flocks, to shape their minds, With words of compassion and […]
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Unraveling the Threads of Transformation in Adrienne Maree Brown’s “Holding Change”
In a world that is in constant flux, adrienne maree brown’s book, “Holding Change: The Way of Emergent Strategy Facilitation and Mediation,” stands as an illuminating beacon. Known for her profound insights into social change and a visionary in the realm of activism, brown lays the foundation for understanding the […]
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Echoes of Hope: A spoken word for progressive ministers
In the hallowed halls of faith, where whispers echo loud, A minister stands, a progressive, shining proud. But the heartache wells within, a fire burning deep, For the unacceptance, by those who should surely keep. Conservative Christians, their doctrines tightly held, Rejecting the rainbow, where love would once have dwelled. […]
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Navigating Heartache: When Your Conservative Christian Family Doesn’t Support Your Ministry as a Progressive, Gay Minister
Navigating Heartache: When Your Conservative Christian Family Doesn’t Support Your Ministry as a Progressive, Gay Minister Introduction: Life has a way of presenting us with challenges that test our faith, resilience, and self-acceptance. For those who identify as progressive and embrace their sexual orientation within the context of their faith, […]
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A look at Church Trauma in the LBGTQIA+ community
Church trauma and hurt perpetrated on the queer community is a complex and multifaceted issue that requires a nuanced and empathetic approach. Over the years, many LGBTQ+ individuals have experienced significant trauma and pain within religious institutions, due to the discrimination, rejection, and even violence they have faced because of […]
