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Homosexuality
One study says the term most associated with Christian is “anti-gay.” But the culture war often obscures how, within actual Christian communities, discussion on homosexuality is often personal, nuanced, and difficult. What does it mean to be “gay”? How should we interact with friends, family members, and neighbors who experience same-sex attraction, or who are in same-sex relationships? Does the church have more to say to homosexuals than “don’t act on your attractions”?
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German Pastor to Pay for Anti-LGBTQ Statements
Years of court cases come to an end with settlement agreement.
Wire Story
Most Pastors Still Oppose Same-Sex Marriage
Levels of support for LGBTQ relationships have plateaued among Protestant clergy.
Review
What Believers Can and Can’t Affirm in Those Who Affirm Same-Sex Marriage
Rebecca McLaughlin takes care to filter their legitimate claims from their flawed assumptions.
Wire Story
United Methodists Strike Ban on LGBTQ Clergy
After years of disagreement and the departure of thousands of churches, the change passed without debate.
The Russell Moore Show
Tender Questions on Parenting, Adoption, and Sexuality
Russell and producer Ashley Hales respond to listeners.
News
Free Speech Victory for Finnish Politician and Bishop Who Said Homosexuality Is Sinful
Appeals court unanimously affirms that the traditional interpretation of the Bible is not criminal hate speech.
News
Church of England Advances Plans to Bless but Not Affirm Same-Sex Couples
UPDATE: After Synod vote, services will soon be available on a trial basis.
Review
Rosaria Butterfield Issues Five Battle Cries for the Church Militant
There is much to admire in her views on church and community, but also much to find troubling in her new polemic.
News
Christian Politician Awaits Finnish Court’s Verdict on Hate Speech Charges—Again
Päivi Räsänen says quoting the Bible should not be a crime in a democracy.
The Russell Moore Show
Losing Our Religion: Credibility Gaps with Sam Allberry
The author, priest, and apologist talks institutional crises and hope in the gospel.