Most of us have experienced how difficult the topic of human sexuality can be--especially in our churches. That’s precisely part of our problem.
I believe that is precisely where we should have the conversation. Most of us have experienced how difficult the topic of human sexuality can be. We find it especially difficult to talk about it in our churches. However, I believe that is precisely where we should have the conversation. Moreover, talking about human sexuality should not be reserved for the pre-pubescent teenager. We only talk abou
05/10/2023
Thoughts on purity from Fr. Richard Rohr:
Richard Rohr Daily Meditation: Purity Is Not Holiness Our purity systems, even those established with the best of intentions, do not make us holy. They only create insiders and outsiders. They are mechanisms for delivering our drug of choice: self-righteousness, as juice from the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil runs down our chins. And....
04/03/2023
Last week at Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning, I facilitated a workshop “Moving Toward Healing Through a Holistic Approach to Human S*xuality.” 12 people from throughout Texas and Arkansas considered their own experiences and shared with one another. We laughed and cried. We learned. We grew together, not apart.
Talking about s*xuality doesn’t have to be about “right” and “wrong.” Sometimes, it’s just about giving room and validating others experiences.
This workshop can be done with any group. DM me and we can talk about how it might help your church or organization!
02/07/2023
Come experience a wide range of theological mini-courses for laypersons, community leaders and clergy at the annual Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning. Somewhere between seminary and Sunday School, Summit leverages the rich learning community of Perkins School of Theology to provide a unique, self-paced experience in theological education — for the church and world. More information: https://www.smu.edu/Perkins/PublicPrograms/Dallas-Perkins-Summit-for-Faith-and-Learning
02/07/2023
02/01/2023
At this year's Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning, March 25-26, I'll teach the course "Moving Toward Healing Through a Holistic Approach to Human S*xuality."
The annual Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning offers a wide range of theological mini-courses for laypersons, community leaders and clergy. Somewhere between seminary and Sunday School, Summit leverages the rich learning community of Perkins School of Theology to provide a unique, self-paced experience in theological education—for the church and world. Come for a half-day or spend the whole two days with us. Participants are free to design a customized Summit plan!
Come and learn at Summit with us!
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Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning - SMU Perkins School of Theology Guest Lecturer Myles Werntz Myles Werntz (Ph.D., Baylor University) is Associate Professor of Theology, and Director of Baptist Studies at Abilene Christian University in the Graduate School of Theology. He is the author, co-author, and co-editor of several books, including From Isolation to Communi...
01/31/2023
Faithful S*xuality is coming to H-town! February 25-26, 2023, I'll be heading to Memorial Drive UMC with some colleagues to lead their student and parent s*xuality education event, Faithful S*xuality!
Covering topics like body image, consent, healthy relationships, boundaries, s*xual health, and others, we will be helping change the conversation about s*xuality from shame to grace and love.
http://mdumc.org/faithfuls*xuality
04/30/2022
Teaching Wonderfully Made brings me such joy. I spent this weekend with a group of young women 10-13 years old, learning about puberty, anatomy, biology, boundaries, relationship, intimacy, and how to make healthy life choices based on a solid biblical foundation.
We have a lot of work to do to reverse the damage that toxic purity culture has caused in our society. But this weekend’s list of ”things we learned” makes me think me might just stand a chance.
Keep my body healthy
Accept changes to my body
Respect privacy
Respect my value
S*x and s*xuality is not bad!
It is normal to think about s*x
Respect myself
Appreciate my body
Respect other opinions
All boundaries are important and we should respect them
02/23/2022
I'm excited to participate in a panel discussion during Women's Week at Perkins School of Theology - Southern Methodist University alongside my friend, Dr. Christy Gunter!
All of these events are open to the public. Here is the lineup of events:
Tuesday, March 8, 11:30 a.m.- 12:20 p.m. Dismantling Purity Culture Panel Discussion.
Wednesday, March 9, 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Community Worship with Guest Preacher, Dr. Beth Allison Barr, author of Making of Biblical Womanhood. 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Q & A lunch and discussion with Dr. Barr. The first 25 people to register will get a free lunch from the sponsoring student group Feminists Advocating Change and Empowerment (FACE). Register for lunch: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CACAF2AA5FACF8-luncheon
Thursday, March 10, 12 - 2 p.m. Community Coffee from woman-owned and operated The Rose Coffee Cart
I hope you can join us!
02/22/2022
Part TWO of the podcast with Joy Dister-Dominguez and The Caring Congregation dropped today! Thanks for listening!
Human S*xuality, Part Two - Season 4, Episode 7
S*xuality is part of who God created us to be; so why do have a hard time discussing it with our youth? Why does the church shy away from talking about s*x? Join Rev. Joy Dister-Dominguez and Rev. Heather Gottas Moore as they discuss the history of human s*xuality and the importance of conversations with young persons surrounding holistic holiness. This is part two of a two part episode.
Books referenced: “The Body is Not an Apology” by Sonya Renee Taylor. “Shameless” by Nadia Bolz-Weber. "Faith + S*x, Kate Ott" John Knox Press. "The Body is Not an Apology, Sonya Renee Taylor" Berrett-Koehler Publishers. "Queerfully and Wonderfully Made" by Leigh Finke.
https://www.ministryofholistichumans*xuality.org/resources.html
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https://soundcloud.com/thecaringcongregation
https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-caring.../id1568949603...
https://www.facebook.com/Ministry-of-Holistic-Human-S*xuality-112712003542275
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