Ministry of Holistic Human Sexuality

Ministry of Holistic Human Sexuality 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

t it with 10- to 12-year-olds and rarely revisit it. We don’t talk to college students; we don’t talk to newlyweds outside of premarital counseling; we don’t talk to divorcees; we don’t talk to empty-nesters; we don’t talk to widows and widowers. We certainly don’t preach about it. We just don’t talk about it. I suspect part of the reason we don’t talk about it is because we don’t know where to start and we feel ill-equipped. As a provisional deacon in The United Methodist Church, I feel called to a ministry to help churches have these important conversations. We need to do better. We need to teach a holistic approach to human sexuality in our churches. I’d like to offer my leadership in Bible studies, small group discussions, ideas on sermon topics, ally or human sexuality intelligence training, youth and young adult retreats—or any other way you might find you need. I have both an MDiv and a ThM in Ethics focusing on Human Sexuality and the Church from Perkins, as well as 20+ years in ministry with youth and young adults in rural, suburban and urban churches.

Thoughts on purity from Fr. Richard Rohr:
05/10/2023

Thoughts on purity from Fr. Richard Rohr:

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....

Last week at Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning, I facilitated a workshop “Moving Toward Healing Through a Holistic A...
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
At this year's Perkins Summit for Faith and Learning, March 25-26, I'll teach the course "Moving Toward Healing Through ...
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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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...

Faithful S*xuality is coming to H-town! February 25-26, 2023, I'll be heading to Memorial Drive UMC with some colleagues...
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

Teaching Wonderfully Made brings me such joy. I spent this weekend with a group of young women 10-13 years old, learning...
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

I'm excited to participate in a panel discussion during Women's Week at Perkins School of Theology - Southern Methodist ...
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!

Part TWO of the podcast with Joy Dister-Dominguez and The Caring Congregation dropped today! Thanks for listening!
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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