...but these depictions sure did. Frightening, as was previously said, that some persons actually view us in this way. I tried to make the point over at the UMC boards that, if young persons struggling with their orientation are exposed to stuff like this, it can aggravate their own self-hatred even more. I am willing to hear other viewpoints, but I think this is just a derogatory, inflammatory way to do it.. It depicts us not just as sinners, which I don't agree with but accept it as their viewpoint, but as persons who speak in a recruiting, derogatory manner to others, including children. I continue to be offended and saddened by these depictions. Yet when I express my concerns for the youth on the UMC boards, I was using hyperbole and exxagerating my point. I don't think religious figures in these powerful positions really want to acknowledge the power and the negative impact they could be having on youth that may be relying on them for unconditional support. That does those youths, and grownups who are struggling, a huge injustice. Sorry for the tirade, Peace to you all friends, Vanessa
