In this conversation, Cynthia and Laura Beth talk with Rev. Dr. Marian Edmonds-Allen about change, healing, and the importance of community in the context of LGBTQ+ advocacy and spirituality. They discuss personal journeys of acceptance, the significance of creating safe spaces, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in faith communities. Marion brings a perspective of optimism and resilience, highlighting the need for allies and the power of love in bridging divides. The conversation emphasizes the importance of navigating trauma, fostering understanding, and celebrating small victories in the ongoing journey toward inclusivity and acceptance.
Chapters
- (00:00:18) - We Were Everywhere
- (00:00:46) - Back to Business as usual
- (00:02:04) - Exploring the Ghost of My Home
- (00:05:21) - The Need for Space
- (00:08:37) - The Reverend Dr. Marianne Edmonds
- (00:10:24) - Welcome to Nowhere
- (00:12:26) - A Live Event With a Live Audience
- (00:12:55) - Interviewing Marianne Jones
- (00:14:22) - Pastor on the challenges of LGBT people
- (00:21:55) - Bridge Builder's Question
- (00:24:13) - Building bridges in the LGBT community
- (00:28:40) - One Utah mom's story of homelessness
- (00:33:32) - Reveal: A Child's Journey to Her Parents
- (00:34:06) - Lesbian Voices on Utah's Homelessness
- (00:40:00) - The Search for Love in the World
- (00:41:52) - On Peace and the Path to Resistance
- (00:43:33) - Marian on Peace Building
- (00:52:38) - Stuck in the Church: Laura Beth and Marian
- (00:57:30) - Coming Out: The Moment When God Said He's Okay With Me
- (01:02:48) - "Gay People Are Welcome in My Church"
- (01:04:33) - Marionette on Learning to Play the Drum
- (01:06:53) - milo at a drum circle
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