Always Enough
“I knew for the first time that Mama had those same expectations that most every parent I’ve ever encountered has had – that someday she’d have a grandbaby to love on. But she never voiced that expectation to me.”
Pride
“And sometimes, when you haven’t heard the words, “I’m proud of you,” just for being you – from the ones you’re supposed to hear it from the most – it takes a whole month of parades and people around the world recognizing you to even begin to make up for the loss.”
High Hopes
I had such high hopes for 2020. CenterPeace’s e3 Conference, traditionally held every other year, was scheduled for October of 2020. This conference was going to be extra special, not…
High Hopes
I had such high hopes for 2020. CenterPeace’s e3 Conference, traditionally held every other year, was scheduled for October of 2020. This conference was going to be extra special, not…
REASON #9: The Documentaries
In our ongoing series of reasons why you should come to #e32020… What?! Did I hear you correctly?…Two feature-length documentaries are included when you register for e3?! No way… Yes,…
Reasons to Attend #e32020: “Virtual” Benefits
In case you’re still wondering why you should sign up for CenterPeace’s e3 Conference, here are ten excellent reasons we hope you’ll consider. For the next eight weeks I’ll post…
“Church Isn’t Easy for a Kid Who’s Secretly Gay”
The Story I Never Wanted to Tell* AUGUST 26, 2020MATTHEWCSMITH08 “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” –- Maya Angelou If you know me, you know…
An Introduction to the Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity
We are long overdue in this conversation and we have much to learn. Carve out some time this week to listen and learn from worship leader and advocate for justice,…
The Missing Peace 