Real Stories
Real Stories from parents and kids about coming out and acceptance
Homosexuality and the United Methodist Church
March 29, 2012
Note: As part of Christ United Methodist Church’s response to our Bishops’ call for greater study of the homosexual issue I was asked if I’d write a position paper in support of inclusion of gay and lesbian persons in all facets of our church life. I assumed that a paper addressing the opposing position has also been requested. ~ Dale G. Merkle October 2000
Some of you were probably surprised, may even have been dismayed, when I rose in church the second Sunday of May 2000 and read the following statement. (more…)
Will’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
If I had to give a reason I think most LGBT people are afraid to come out, it would have to be judgment. No matter the family you come from or the religion you believe in, there is always a chance that someone important in your life will judge you. It’s this fear that stops many of us from admitting to who we are and living our life freely. Will Thomason, a senior in college, faced this fear boldly. Despite the sacrifice he had to make, he refused to back down and renounce who he is. (more…)
Tiffany’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
Deciding to come out can be one of the hardest decisions for a LGBT person to make. It could mean anything from losing close friends to family turning their backs on you. On the flipside, it could mean being brought closer to family and friends who choose to support and defend you. Many teens, such as myself, who fear their parent’s reaction choose to wait until they can leave the house and support themselves before coming out. That had been my plan originally. (more…)
A real coming out letter from a friend
November 2, 2011
in Real Stories
A friend of ours, Aron Meltzner, shared his coming out letter with us. It is a beautiful heartfelt letter to his parents about his feelings as he came out to them. He has given us permission to share this very personal letter with all of you. He has since married his long time boyfriend, Nick and they live in California.
July 14th, 1998
Dear Mom and Dad,
By the time you read this, I will have told you that I’m gay. To be completely honest, I cannot predict how you will be responding, what thoughts will be running through your minds. Why is our son gay? What did we do to make him gay? Will he ever be happy? What will everyone else think? - those are just some of the questions I foresee you might be pondering. I am hoping that I will be able to tell you much of what I want to say, but in case things get left out, I am writing this letter to give me another chance to say what’s on my mind. (more…)
Audio of our Trans Panel of Aug 21st 2011
September 18, 2011
Trans Panel
On Aug 21st 2011, we had an incredible panel of trans individuals who shared their stories and experiences. Here’s audio of that panel :- (more…)
Brian Kraemer’s journey home
April 10, 2011
in News, Real Stories
Brian Kraemer has certainly had an interesting journey exploring his sexuality in the context of religion. You can read his story here. He recently went on air with KKXX Chico Christian radio and debated and talked about his being gay and Christian and his journey. Makes for some very interesting listening. (more…)
