The following was posted on United Future. I invite your comments.
Posted by Katie VanKoughnet on May 15, 2014 · Flag
How does/did bullying effect you? "The victim suffered very serious injuries that have impacted his ability to live independently," the report adds. Fountainhead gaybasher granted full parole
Rainbow Camp: for LGBTQ & Allied Youth Ages 13-17
Sunday, July 14th 2013 - 16:00 - Friday, July 179h, 2013 - 17:00
“ I'm shaken at the moment. A very good friend of mine from London was just attacked by his parents, his mother said she wished she aborted him and his father tried to strangle him, because he is gay.
Written by Barry Rieder, Jane Finch Community Minister
Just before Easter in 2007, a young man by the name of Allen Benn was stabbed to death in Firgrove. At first we thought it was gang related but later found out that it was more of a Cain and Abel story.
Where is the nataional church's response to this....???
Was the UCC there?
Why is this under parenting – let’s face it – if Queer teachers don’t feel safe and are bullied on a daily bases from their peers and employers, how do we expect our children and youth to feel “safe”?
After discussion with some teachers in Ontario I have become aware how much work there is to be done for those who we entrust our children to. Queer teachers are trying to find ways to stay in the closet rather than coming out. What kind of message are these folks sending to the children/youth that they teach?
Welcome! At Cambridge Street, we aim to be a caring, loving family. Our mission statement: "We, as members of Cambridge Street United Church, seek to follow Jesus Christ through word, music, and social action; thereby, nurturing our personal faith and supporting the faith journey of others. We promise to be stewards of our living earth, to share with those in need, and to be welcoming to all.”
Welcome! At Cambridge Street, we aim to be a caring, loving family. Our mission statement: "We, as members of Cambridge Street United Church, seek to follow Jesus Christ through word, music, and social action; thereby, nurturing our personal faith and supporting the faith journey of others. We promise to be stewards of our living earth, to share with those in need, and to be welcoming to all.”
This blog caught my eye:
http://whyismarko.com/2012/innovations-im-convinced-are-needed-in-youth-ministry/
particularly his observation that paid youth ministry is feeling the budget squeeze. Are there congregations with a thriving local youth ministry run by volunteers?
Sunday, August 5, 2012 - 16:00 - Friday, August 10, 2012 - 17:00
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