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09-09-2006, 06:28 PM
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Hello, my name is Phil
I am a 65-year-old retired high school teacher living in midcoast Maine. Be fore I moved back here to my hometown, I lived in Boston for 25 years, teaching history and political science at The Roxbury Latin School. I am a graduate of Bowdoin and of Union Theological Seminary. Among other volunteer projects, I coach the Bowdoin College Debating Team. I was also among the founders of "OUT...As I Want to Be!", a program for GLBTQ youth in midcoast Maine. I am currently president of the Lincoln Academy Alumni Association and alumni representative to the Academy's Board of Trustees. Last spring I had the privilege of telling the organizational meeting of Lincoln's GSA that I was president of their alumni association and a gay man--an important message for them to hear, I thought.
I spent many of my years in Boston as a foster parent, and my foster sons are still the center of my life, my real family. Three of them have joined me here in Maine, where our multiracial family is, to say the least, unusual. They range in age from 38 to 42, and have presented me with several grandchildren, a joy I had never hoped for. I was attracted to the Soulforce website by the excellent article by Walter Wink, who was one of my teachers at Union. I am especially interested in theological perspectives on GLBTQ life and culture, and I hope to learn much from this site. 
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09-09-2006, 08:13 PM
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Welcome!!
Welcome, Phil!
This is the safest and friendliest place I've ever been. The people here are warm, kind, understanding...I could go on and on. They are truly wonderful. Again, welcome! --Dawn 
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"Those who know not history are doomed to repeat it" author unknown...
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09-09-2006, 09:00 PM
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Glad that you are here, Phil.....
Soulforce has been an incredible experience for me, because of the friends that I have made. I grew up in New England, and have lived in PA. now for about 26 years. I hope to see you around here often. Peace, Vanessa
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[B]THE TRUTH IS ALL THERE IS.[/B
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09-09-2006, 10:03 PM
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Welcome, Phil
Two Phils in one day. Well, had to happen sometime. Welcome to our forum, and post all ya want.
Peace and Love, Bruce Chris
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"Christianity is not about what you believe, it is about how you treat other people; - with God's love"
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09-10-2006, 10:35 AM
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welcome to the SF forums Phil! You will find thoughtful conversation, stimulating dialogue, support and encouragement - and most of all, friends! I hope you enjoy it much! Looking forward to getting to know you and hear more about your wonderful family.
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"Struggle is a never ending process. Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it in every generation." Coretta Scott King
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09-10-2006, 10:55 AM
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Welcome!
Glad you posted! I look forward to hearing more from you - you sound like someone with a lot of insight and perspective on many issues. I could learn from that. Hope you will join our other discussions!
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*** Never linger too long with the ignorant, throw stones at their talk. Walk only with the lovers, the mirror of the soul gets rusty when dipped in muddy water. -Rumi
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09-20-2006, 02:24 PM
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Welcome, Phil.
Have you ever read Walter Wink's book "The Powers that Be?" I assume you have, but you might want to pick it up if you haven't. It had a huge impact on me.
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"Am I late? Did I miss any exposition? "- Willow
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