We at St. Edwards invite the often discriminated-against community of GLBT people to be welcomed at our church. We strive to help raise awareness of GLBT persons as being beloved Children of God, as are all Christians, created good by our God. We strive to help people begin to understand better & deal with issues of sexual identity, for themselves and for those loved ones - family members & friends - who are struggling with their sexual identity in some way.
A few years back, the Catholic Pastoral Committee on Sexual Minorities provided parents of GLBT teens to come and speak to our high school youth, in the spirit of greater understanding and tolerance. It was a wonderful event, allowing the space for young people to hear and ask questions, and thereby deal with possibly painful feelings around this issue of sexual identity.
On Thursday, November 18th, 7:00pm, the Catholic Pastoral Committee on Sexual Minorities provided speakers who are parents of GLBT children to speak toparents, family members, relatives or friends of GLBT persons, who may be new to this role or having a difficult time knowing how to BE in this role. They will share their stories and insights to help people in this situation feel more comfortable. All adults are invited to join us for this step toward greater Christian tolerance and love!
Watch for upcoming article from the Star Tribune (posted here) telling one couple's heartwarming story.
Contact: Staff Liaison Mary Pat Potts 952-835-7101
