Soulforce Email Update - November 7, 2007
In this Email Update:
- Soulforce Seeking Individual and Business Sponsors for Our Upcoming Resource Titled "What the Science Says - and Doesn't Say - About Homosexuality"
- Soulforce Q to Offer Bible Self-Defense Courses in Minneapolis
- James Roy's "Rise Above" CD - 10% of Proceeds to Benefit Soulforce
- Support Soulforce When You Shop at Amazon.com
Soulforce Seeking Individual and Business Sponsors for Our Upcoming Resource Titled "What the Science Says - and Doesn't Say - About Homosexuality"
Help print and distribute copies of What the Science Says - and Doesn't Say - About Homosexuality, a new booklet by Soulforce Executive Director and psychotherapist, Jeff Lutes. This new resource will serve as a companion piece to Mel White's What the Bible Says - and Doesn't Say - About Homosexuality.
All contributions are much appreciated. A donation of $250 or more will qualify for having your name or business name listed inside the booklet as a sponsor when it goes to press.
Here are some early quotes about this exciting new resource from Soulforce:
"This is a current, comprehensive, and rigorous review of literature taken from our most well-respected social science and medical journals. Backed by all the major health, education, and mental health professional associations, Lutes makes an airtight case for ending the cruel and pejorative stereotype against gay and lesbian persons that continue to persist in our homes, institutions, and churches."
--Marsha McDonough, PhD, Psychologist and Family Therapist, Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
"A concise, accurate, and readable summary of scientific knowledge about homosexuality and gay people. This lucid resource calmly and effectively demolishes the hateful myths and slurs spread by anti-gay forces in U.S. society."
--Simon LeVay, PhD, neuroscientist, teacher, author, and pioneer in the study of brain structure and sexual orientation
To help fund the printing and distribution of What the Science Says - and Doesn't Say - About Homosexuality please click here.
Soulforce Q to Offer Bible Self-Defense Courses in Minneapolis
Tired of arguing with friends about sexuality or gender? Dread going to family gatherings? Learn how to turn those jousting arguments into conversations that helps bring understanding and improve your relationships. Attend an upcoming Bible Self-Defense Course and learn:
- Nonviolent principles of communication
- Strategies that help you guide the discussion
- Understanding fundamentalist views of scripture
- How to de-fang Hebrew and Christian texts
- Scholarly insights that support LGBT identities
Open to all ages and backgrounds. Two-part courses offered at two different locations:
Tuesday, December 4th and 11th at 7 p.m.
Louisiana Oaks Apartments Community Room
7201 Walker St. West in St. Louis Park
(Hwy 7 and Louisiana Ave. Parking available at the park across the street)
Wednesday, December 5th and 12th at 7 p.m.
Pi Bar and Restaurant
2532 25th Ave. S. Minneapolis
(3 blocks east of Hiawatha and 26th street)
Space is limited, so please register early at www.outfront.org/events/courses_reg.html
Sponsored by Faith Family Fairness Alliance, Soulforce Q, and OutFront Minnesota
James Roy's "Rise Above" CD - 10% of Proceeds to Benefit Soulforce
Soulforce is proud to partner with James Roy on the release of his latest album, Rise Above. 10% of the proceeds from this CD will go to benefit the social justice work of Soulforce.
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"Rise Above is about opening your eyes and reaching out to those who oppose you. In working with Soulforce, I have found them to be a very knowledgeable, respectful, and compassionate group of people who are committed to their cause in ending religion-based discrimination. While some might see my video as anti-Christian or anti-religion, it is neither. It is meant to show the divisive effects of casting judgment on others, while creating the possibility of appreciation and understanding. Soulforce promotes this understanding through their non-violent tactics, and I'm proud to be supporting them in their efforts." --James Roy |
To watch the Rise Above music video and to learn more go to www.soulforce.org/riseabove
Support Soulforce When You Shop at Amazon.com
Did you know that when you shop at Amazon.com you can earn Soulforce 4-8% of the total amount of your purchase? The best part is that it's so simple.
Here's How:
Whenever you want to shop at Amazon.com, first go to www.soulforce.org and under the Give menu, click Shop at Amazon.com. That's it! Now everything you purchase on that visit will earn Soulforce a 4-8% referral. (Our average is 6.3%)
Remember, you must go to Amazon.com through the special link on the Soulforce website in order for Soulforce to receive a percentage of your total purchase.
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