Homosexuality has become one of the most hotly debated topics of our society and will continue to be an issue that defines Christians for generations to come. Everyone has an opinion on what the Bible says about being gay and how Christians should treat homosexuals. Perhaps the reason Christians cling to the idea that homosexuality is sinful is ... [Read More…]
Voiceless
"Oh Dear, Christian College" - by Ben Miller Voiceless March 2, 2012 Go to the "Oh Dear, Christian College" Gallery ... [Read More…]
Christians need LGBTQ dialogue
The debate concerning homosexuality is finally working through the layers of taboo that cover Christian campuses and finding its way into conversation. HU Queer Press caused a stir on Harding's campus last year with an unwelcome website. Last week a group of ACU students and recent alums published an online zine, Voiceless, that addresses the topic ... [Read More…]
LGBTQ zine opens dialogue
Early Tuesday morning, an online magazine called "Voiceless" went live, discussing issues of same sex attraction at ACU. The 77-page magazine was created to express the views of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) community present at ACU. The magazine's tagline is, "End the silence. End the shouting. Listen to the ... [Read More…]
Forum tackles tough topic
Dr. Mark Yarhouse defined sexual identity and suggested ways Christians should approach the topic of same-sex attraction in the church on Monday during a Chapel forum in Cullen Auditorium. Yarhouse, professor of psychology at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Va. and author of Homosexuality and the Christian, said that often, Christians focus ... [Read More…]
Christians can’t tolerate homosexuality
Addressing GLBTQ issues as a loving Christian. Being a Christian is hard. And becoming one guarantees a hard life filled with struggles and conviction, especially with the loaded topic of: Sex. Because, without God, no moral rules would exist to limit or condone any sexual activity. Repeatedly, throughout the Bible, sexual immorality, adultery and ... [Read More…]
ACU should discuss GLBTQ issues openly
Did you know there is a Queer-Straight Alliance in Abilene whose members include ACU students? No? Did you know that two weeks ago was Ally Week, conducted in opposition to harassment and discrimination against queer people? You probably didn't, because the administration does not allow us to publicize our activities or conduct them on campus. We ... [Read More…]
Soulforce meets small group of faculty, students for constructive conversation
A group of about 70 faculty members, students and members of a group that advocates for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people met Friday in the Bob and Shirley Hunter Welcome Center to discuss how the LGBTQ community is viewed at ACU and by Christians in general, as well as how LGBTQ people view Christianity. Dr. Jack ... [Read More…]
Soulforce returns to campus
A group advocating the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people is scheduled to visit campus Friday and meet with students, faculty and staff members. The group Soulforce was on campus three years ago and requested to return this year for a luncheon and discussions with members of the ACU community. All activities will take place in ... [Read More…]
Campus Conversation invites controversy
By Alan Cherry Moody Coliseum may hold the answer for questioning students looking for a Chapel to attend on Tuesdays. 2010 is the recently launched Campus Conversation led by Dr. Steven Moore, assistant professor of English, and Kevin Claypool, residence director for Edwards Hall. "[2010] is meant to be about addressing controversial issues ... [Read More…]