Unity In Diversity 2: Sexuality

November 2009

Series on our Enduring Principles.
"We Share" Document - identity, mission, message & beliefs

 

Photo Bio: 

Welcoming Community Network

A network of inclusive congregations...

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Deciding About Sex

 

by Matt Naylor

A Professional Perspective

We’re sexual from the time we are born to the time we die. That doesn’t mean we have sex all of that time – of even some of that time. All people – those that are sexually active and those who are not – are all sexual people. Sexuality is a core of who we are, and is a filter through which we experience life. I believe that God intended sexuality....

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Discussing Homosexuality

by the First Presidency

CofChrist Leaders' Commentaries
I was recently with a group of young adults who were discussing the matter of same-sex marriage and the ordination of homosexuals.  What was most interesting to me was that they were not... _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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"Unity In Diversity 3: Age"
     - Dave Brock
     - Alicia Clore
     - Journey House Campus Ministry

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News & Upcoming Events:

Young Adult Dialogues with the First Presidency

"Young adults, the church needs you.  We need you now.  We need you to help us become who we are all yearning to become."
     Pres. Steve Veazey, April 5, 2009

The First Presidency is on a YA world tour!

In Steve Veazey's April address to Community of Christ he and the First Presidency committed to meet with young adults around the globe.  They want to meet with young adults to hear our needs, hopes, and vision for CofChrist.
                                   
Upcoming Vision Project events:

  Warrensburg, MO
      January 21, 2010

  Michigan YA Retreat
       February 12-14, 2010

  Phoenix, AZ
       May 8, 2010

  Rocky Mountains
       May 28-30, 2010

Peace and Justice Survey

    This summer we surveyed CofChrist young adults about our opinions of Peace and Justice ministry in Community of Christ.  MANY of you responded!  This says a lot about how important Peace and Justice is to young adults.  Church leaders have been energized by your voice!  The survey is still open to take.

PLUS:  Check our our latest Survey of the Moment: Is God Real?

2010 World Conference - Stuff for YAs

Fun activities are planned just for us.
Worship, meet other YAs, bowling, coffee, a bonfire, hang out space, and more...

Wanna volunteer? There are lots of ways that YAs can help make WC10 happen. Watch for postings at EmergenceNow.org for opportunities.

See you at WC10!

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