Document Type

Presentation

Publication Date

2-5-2010

Abstract

An examination of the role of the Seventh-day Adventist church in the provision of pastoral care to individuals with gender-identity confusion; same-sex attraction; histories of same-gender sexual activity; active homosexual or bisexual lifestyles; and those with transgender or intersex issues.

The discussion references pastors' personal attitudes and professional responsibilities; the congregational context; the influence of biblical interpretations, theological perspectives, philosophical considerations, and sociological forces upon pastors' and parishioners' understanding; and the variability of life experiences of individuals who do not describe themselves as heterosexual.

Comments

Paper presented at the Sixth Annual Seminary Scholarship Symposium, Andrews University, Michigan

First Department

Christian Ministry

Download

Files over 3MB may be slow to open. For best results, right-click and select "save as..."

Share

COinS