The Gazette
Iowa City, IA:
Gov. Terry Branstad discriminated against gay state official, jury finds
Then-Gov. Terry Branstad discriminated against a state employee - asking for his resignation and then cutting his pay - based on the employee's sexual orientation, a jury decided Monday, according to the man's attorney.
Why the church should neither cave nor panic about the decision on gay marriage
This is no time for fear or outrage or politicizing.
Religious Freedom as Freedom to Discriminate?
Removing religious exemptions will not promote tolerance or inclusiveness. It will forcibly strip religious organizations of their ability to operate as religious organizations.
Is it REALLY ok to be gay or transgender and Christian?
The first question I asked myself when I realized I like guys is one that we still get regularly at Queer Theology: Is it OK to be gay, bisexual, or transgender and Christian? Like, really? Have you asked yourself that question? What steps did you take to find the answer? If you’re like me, you ma
Bathroom Panic: How Faith-Based Myths Discriminate Against Transgender People
Christians afraid of sexual predators need to get their facts straight.
Why Do You Hate Gays?
“Why do you hate gays?” This question/accusation is often hurled at Christians and others who disagree with changing the definition of marriage to allow for same sex unions that are called “marriag…
The Gay Dilemma and Your Church: Reaching Out to Those Who Struggle (Minibook)
Whether it’s a friend, family member, neighbor, or coworker, chances are you know someone who’s gay. You want to respond well, but you’re not sure how. How do you help and encourage other Christians struggling with same-sex attraction? How do you interact with those who have embraced homosexuality as a lifestyle, both
Why Christians Shouldn’t Say “I’m Sorry” at Gay Pride Parades
What C.S. Lewis’ Marriage Can Tell Us About the Gay Marriage Controversy
Why “welcome and wanted” is a biblical response to gay and lesbian couples in evangelical churches.
How Christians Against Gay Marriage Use The Bible To Excuse Their Bigotry
Eat bacon? Sorry, you don’t get to be against gay marriage.
How Do I Love My Gay Friend?
"Sinners were always safe exposing their hearts to Jesus."
When can a religious school discriminate against gay students?
It may surprise some people, but Victorian religious schools can already lawfully discriminate against gay students and teachers.
Why I Don’t Call Anyone “Gay”
The clergy sex abuse and cover-up stories have created a linguistic challenge for faithful Catholics. Over 80 percent of these clergy abuse cases involve predatory sexual activity between adult men and younger men in less powerful positions. Some Catholic commentators refer to these cases as “gay” to distinguish them from “pedophilia.” Their intention is sound: …
What to Say When Your Daughter Tells You She's Gay
How would you handle it, as a pastor, if one of your children struggled with same-sex attraction?
When Religion Becomes an Excuse to Discriminate
It's not just about cake. Discrimination is happening in every corner of society.
Does the U.S. Pastor Council Have a Right to Discriminate?
Find a Different Word
As Choate students, we don't condone the use of derogatory language. We encourage everyone to stop saying "That's so gay". Find a different word.
Find Your Home at Trinity!
"FIND YOUR HOME" at Trinity! The Trinity Experience is Extraordinary in Every Way! It is an education that is unique as your child. Trinity School provides…
Clunky Questions "How do you know you are gay?"
Sometimes LGBT Lutherans get asked: "How do you know you are gay/bi/trans? Maybe you just haven't met the right person." In our ministry, we often hear peopl...
Find Satisfaction in a World of Confusion 04.27.16
The world is believing lies and propagating messages filled with confusion. Yet, we are called to receive discernment and understanding so we can be a witnes...
Strange Places we Find Jesus
It is easy to Start, But it is Tough as Nails to Finish. We love to begin things, We attack new projects with ambition and confidence but as so as something ...
