Let Me Show You A Story…
“I believe in the power of story. “Story is where we came from. Story is where we’re going. Story is what connects us and binds us to each other. It is…
Tag: LGBTQ
December 16, 1996: My Coming Out Day
Here’s the first person I ever came out to, on December 16, 1996. I wish everyone was greeted with the reception I had that day. Love and acceptance that made…
Please Keep Talking
Today sons and daughters will come out to their parents. For the very first time they’ll tell their moms and dad about feelings they’ve most likely had for a long…
PeacePrints: Building Community for Parents of LGBTQ Children
For the last few months we’ve heard from parents of LGBTQ children and it’s been powerful. Their stories have opened conversations in churches and families that wouldn’t have happened otherwise.…
Mondays With Moms
I was unprepared for the emotional whiplash I experienced when my son first told us he was “gay.” I had no idea how scared he was and how much courage it took…
Fridays with Fathers
The families I’ve encountered over the last eleven years of ministry who have navigated these waters most healthily are the ones who have opened themselves up to learn about something…
Mondays with Moms
Welcome to our summer series on the CenterPeace blog, featuring stories from moms of LGBTQ sons and daughters! Our first contribution from a mom comes from my friend, Liz Moore.…
Fridays With Fathers
For the rest of the summer we’ll be posting stories from parents of LGBTQ daughters and sons. On Mondays we’ll hear from moms and on Fridays, from fathers. Perhaps the…
