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Young Gay Ministers and the Spiritual Quest
The small church needed a new minister. Several had been interviewed and one specific candidate had really been impressive ... there was only one potential challenge, he had disclosed that he is gay. The church, mainly made up of the aging members of their farming community, liked him very much but worried about the rest of the congregation accepting his lifestyle.
Transitioning in My Synagogue
When I approached my rabbi to announce my upcoming gender transition, I was fully prepared. I had photocopies of relevant Torah and Talmud, writings on Jewish medical ethics from as early as the '60s, and the responsa of an Israeli rabbi whose work on this issue was considered the gold standard by most other Jewish religious leaders.
Minister from North Carolina talks about Clergy Call 2009
Listen to Rev. Joe Hoffman talk about ways he's advocating for GLBT equality, including his involvement in Clergy Call 2007 and commitment to Clergy Call 2009.
God and Gays and Bears, Oh My!
All of my life, I was taught that homosexuality was a choice. I grew up in a conservative Christian atmosphere. I was never forced into it. It was my faith, and the idea that being gay was a choice was a part of that faith, not just a dictate from an authority figure.
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