I first saw this short video as in insert in the documentary film, “For The Bible Tells Me So“, then came across it again in a post at The Anchor & Chaplain MediaCityUK called “Sex and God“, which dealt with a…
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Marriage Amendment — a Hindu perspective
In November, Minnesotans will approve or reject a proposed constitutional amendment that would ban same-sex marriage. Many belonging to long-established religions in Minnesota have joined the debate over this matter. Jews and Christians, liberal and conservative, have expressed positions. Our…
Promote the ex-Straight Movement: Heterosexuality Can Be Cured!
In his post on the Resurrection yesterday, Bart wrote about coming out, and referred also to an “ex-straight movement”. I love the concept: we should promote it strongly. Two years ago, I shared a piece by an outfit called Leviticus…
Catholics for Equality Applauds the Reintroduction of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act
WASHINGTON – Catholics for Equality, a national organization of Catholics who put their faith into ethical and effective political action on behalf of the LGBT community and their families, applauds today’s reintroduction of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA). The legislation,…
Slovenian Violence at Pride – Condemned by Church Justice & Peace Commission!
Two news items from Slovenia appear to be worth noting. Unfortunately, as they are both from the same subscription service, I cannot access more than just the headline and first paragraphs. From these it appears, however, that Slovenia’s Pride Parade…
Exodus International, ex-gays: Way Out, or In? Cure, or Disease?
Ex-gays, “cures” for homosexuality and the possibility of change in orientation are back in the news, with the APA conference now under way in Toronto. One study, due for presentation this morning, is said to present evidence that contrary to…
Heterosexual Privilege
I am grateful to kevinchi, at Pam’s House Blend, for a link to a listing of ”heterosexual privilege.” The list is long, and easily extended: it took me about 2 minutes to add 4 of my own: Growing up straight:…
