Tubbs, Sharon.
Homosexuality and Religion: A Battle for Blessings / Sharon Tubbs. - St. Petersburg Times, 2001. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Article 77. Human Relations, 1522-3248; .
This MARC record contains three articles. Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: A Battle for Blessings, July 22, 2001; pp. 1F+. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: 'Jesus Loves Gays'...But They Need to... July 24, 2001; pp. n.p. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: Praying for Change, July 24, 2001; pp. n.p.
A BATTLE FOR BLESSINGS -- "At a time when many Christian denominations are debating what place homosexuals have in the church, Graves' story offers a deeply personal, real-life look at the issue." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article profiles how one man's desire for greater acceptance has pushed the limits of homosexuals' involvement in the church. HOMOSEXUALITY AND RELIGION: 'JESUS LOVES GAYS'...BUT THEY NEED TO... -- "They stand outside, quoting Bible passages and inviting people heading into the bar to come to church instead. They try to convince them that God did not make them gay...To Badger and Boudreaux, homosexuality is a sin. But preachers slinging gay insults from pulpits have done no good in changing the gay community." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article describes how two women are part of an effort by some Christians to reach out to the homosexual community by emphasizing a message of love and acceptance rather than immediately trying to change them. HOMOSEXUALITY AND RELIGION: PRAYING FOR CHANGE -- "New Hearts, a Christian group, offers prayer and support to gays and lesbians who want to become heterosexual. But studies show such change is unlikely." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article describes the controversial attempts by religious groups to change homosexuals, focusing on one Christian group's efforts.
1522-3248;
Baptists.
Christians--Attitudes.
Gay men.
Sexual orientation.
Self-help groups.
Homophobia.
Homosexuality and Christianity.
Pentecostal churches.
AC1.S5
050
Homosexuality and Religion: A Battle for Blessings / Sharon Tubbs. - St. Petersburg Times, 2001. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Article 77. Human Relations, 1522-3248; .
This MARC record contains three articles. Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: A Battle for Blessings, July 22, 2001; pp. 1F+. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: 'Jesus Loves Gays'...But They Need to... July 24, 2001; pp. n.p. Originally Published: Homosexuality and Religion: Praying for Change, July 24, 2001; pp. n.p.
A BATTLE FOR BLESSINGS -- "At a time when many Christian denominations are debating what place homosexuals have in the church, Graves' story offers a deeply personal, real-life look at the issue." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article profiles how one man's desire for greater acceptance has pushed the limits of homosexuals' involvement in the church. HOMOSEXUALITY AND RELIGION: 'JESUS LOVES GAYS'...BUT THEY NEED TO... -- "They stand outside, quoting Bible passages and inviting people heading into the bar to come to church instead. They try to convince them that God did not make them gay...To Badger and Boudreaux, homosexuality is a sin. But preachers slinging gay insults from pulpits have done no good in changing the gay community." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article describes how two women are part of an effort by some Christians to reach out to the homosexual community by emphasizing a message of love and acceptance rather than immediately trying to change them. HOMOSEXUALITY AND RELIGION: PRAYING FOR CHANGE -- "New Hearts, a Christian group, offers prayer and support to gays and lesbians who want to become heterosexual. But studies show such change is unlikely." (ST. PETERSBURG TIMES) This article describes the controversial attempts by religious groups to change homosexuals, focusing on one Christian group's efforts.
1522-3248;
Baptists.
Christians--Attitudes.
Gay men.
Sexual orientation.
Self-help groups.
Homophobia.
Homosexuality and Christianity.
Pentecostal churches.
AC1.S5
050