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information and services for any purpose. Christian Resources about Homosexuality and AIDS. This page lists links and resources. Courage An organization for Roman Catholics who wish to follow the teachings of the church about homosexuality. They offer support groups and counseling services. www.couragerc.net Desert Stream Provides Christ-centered help for those struggling with a variety of sexual and relational problems, and for those with life-defining illnesses. www.desertstream.org Disciples 2: Support for Latter-day Saints (Mormons) who struggle with same-sex attraction and want to stay true to the Church. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/disciples2/ Exodus International This network of interdenominational Christian ministries offers support to men and women seeking to overcome same-sex attraction. Exodus maintains a referral list of ministries, churches, and individuals. It also publishes a newsletter and sponsors conferences. Call or write for an introductory packet of information. PO Box 540119, Orlando, FL 32854, phone 407-599-6872, www.exodus-international.org and www.exodusglobalalliance.org Evergreen International This nonprofit organization provides direction and support to Latter-day Saint (Mormon) men and women who want to diminish their same-sex attraction and free themselves from homosexual behavior. It is also a resource to family and friends, professional counselors, and religious leaders who wish to help individuals in this pursuit. The organization refers people to affiliated support groups and therapists, publishes newsletters and a Web site, sells books by mail, and sponsors conferences. www.EvergreenResources.org Family Research Council A research, resource, and educational organization that promotes the traditional family. It opposes gay marriage and adoption rights. It publishes numerous reports and newsletters from a conservative perspective on issues affecting the family. 700 13th Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005, phone 202/393–2100. www.frc.org Focus on the Family A Christian organization that seeks to strengthen the traditional family. It has done research on homosexuality and school programs, civil rights laws, and other public policy questions. They publish numerous books and a monthly magazine. 420 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, phone 719/531-3400. www.family.org Free To Be Me A Christian Web site for youth seeking answers on same-sex attraction. www.freetobeme.com German Institute for Youth and Society A research and informational organization that investigates and evaluates social developments and seeks to develop workable strategies for the future in the areas of areas of family life, marriage and family, gender studies, sexuality, homosexuality, human rights and media. www.ojc.de Healing Pathways An organization that instills hope, courage, peace, and commitment for those seeking help, and who are struggling with same-gender attraction. Provides aid to assist those who desire living a life more consistent with their values. Counseling services include individual therapy, marriage counseling, family counseling, sexual and pornography addiction counseling, group therapy, distance therapy, and family life education courses. 9192 S. 300 W., Sandy, Utah 84070, phone (801) 673-1447. Homosexuals Anonymous A nondenominational Christian organization that uses a modified twelve–step program modeled on that of Alcoholics Anonymous. The organization publishes a newsletter and other publications. P. O. Box 7881, Reading, PA 19603, phone 800/253-3000 or 610/376–1146. http://www.ha-fs.org H.O.P.E. Ministries An interdenominational ministry seeking to serve the Body of Christ with support groups, and counseling to those dealing with or affected by homosexuality. www.livehope.org Institute for the Study of Sexual Identity A scholarly institute for the study of issues related to sexual identity and for the training of students to be leaders in the discussion that are shaping the culture. www.sexualidentityinstitute.org Jews Offering New Alternatives to Homosexuality (JONAH) An umbrella organization for those of the Jewish faith which assists strugglers and concerned parents, spouses and friends. It seeks to educate the Jewish world that change from a homosexual to a heterosexual orientation is possible. P.O. Box 313, Jersey City, NJ 07303, phone: 201/433-3444. www.jonahweb.org Lambda Report Americans for Truth (PO Box 5522, Naperville, IL 60567-5522) is dedicated to telling the full truth about the homosexual, bisexual and “transgender” lifestyles, and the well-funded “gay” political groups that advance this agenda. www.americansfortruth.com Latter-day Sexual Recovery (LDSR) Devoted to the support and help of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) who are desirous of overcoming sexual addiction/compulsion in their lives. http://ldsr.org LDS Family Services Provides counseling help to LDS members. LDS Family Services provides free consultation to priesthood leaders and fee-based counseling services to Church members. Help for same-sex attraction may not require a bishop's referral. These services can help individuals and families improve their quality of life. LDS Family Services has over 55 offices in the United States and 9 international offices. Find addresses of LDSFS offices. LDS SSA Resources Provides resources for Latter-day Saints. http://lds-ssa.sageguide.info/ LDS SSA Online Support Forums for men, women, friends/family, and pornography addiction. http://lds-ssa.org/ Note: To stay safe in open, public discussion boards like these, be very careful about posting any identifying information about your self or your situation (including the screen name you use). Live 365 Radio Tune into a selection of broadcasts on traditional traditional sexual ethics. Frequent topics include homosexuality, ex-gay issues, sexual purity, abstinence and sexual education in the schools and culture. www.live365.com/broadcast/scheduler/?stationname=warrenthrockmorton&site Love in Action A Christ-centered ministry for those seeking freedom for homosexuality. It offers nonresidential and residential programs. www.loveinaction.org National Association of Research and Therapy of Homosexuality (NARTH) An educational organization dedicated to the research, therapy and prevention of homosexuality. 16542 Ventura Blvd., Suite 416, Encino, CA 91436, phone 818/789–4440. www.narth.com New Direction for Life Ministries A Christian group in Canada that offers support to those choosing to leave same-sex attraction, and equipping the church to minister effectively and compassionately. www.newdirection.ca One by One The ex-gay ministry of the Presbyterian church. P.O. Box 10055, Rochester, NY 14610, phone: 716/482-1991. www.oneby1.org Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays (P-FOX) An organization of parents, spouses, family members and friends providing outreach, education, and public awareness in support of the ex-gay community and families touched by homosexuality. PFOX supports families, advocates for the ex-gay community, and educates the public on sexual orientation. P.O. Box 561, Belvoir, VA 22060, phone: 703/360-2225. www.pfox.org People Can Change A comprehensive Web site of valuable information for people who want to overcome same-sex attraction. www.peoplecanchange.com. See the blog for more information. Powerful Change Ministry Group A nonbinding fellowship of Christian ministries led by and primarily for people of color who struggle with homosexuality, gender identity and sexual damage. They advocate for the choice to change. www.witnessfortheworld.org Regeneration Books A mail-order organization that sells Christian books about overcoming same-sex attraction. Call or write for a catalog. P. O. Box 9830, Baltimore, MD 21284–9830, 410/661–4337 or 410/661–0284. www.regenbooks.com Same-Sex Attraction An informational Web site that explains the issues about same-sex attraction (homosexuality) and provides alternatives for those who choose not to be gay. Based on traditional Judeo-Christian beliefs. Contains practical helps and resources. www.samesexattraction.org Sexaholics Anonymous A fellowship of men and women who want to stop their sexually self-destructive thinking and behavior. The philosophy and program is taken directly from the twelve steps and twelve traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. P. O. Box 111910, Nashville, TN 37222, phone 615/331–6230. www.sa.org Springs of Water A resource for Latter-day Saints (Mormons) who have seen water spring up in their otherwise thirsty lives. www.springsofwater.com STAR Program of Salt Lake City (Sexual Trauma And Recovery) offers programs for sexual addiction and sexual codependency. 151 E. 5600 S., Murray, UT 84107. Call Dan Gray or Todd Olson at (801) 262-2400. www.lifestarnetwork.org. Transforming Congregations A ministry of United Methodist Churches that affirms "the Biblical position that God loves all persons, that homosexual practice is one sin among many and that the Holy Spirit is available to transform all persons - including homosexual persons." P.O. Box 7146, Penndel, PA 19047, phone: 215/752-9655. www.transcong.org Where Grace Abounds A Christian ministry that guides and supports men and women who seek to understand sexuality and relationship, and to inspire all people to know and personally appropriate God's plan for their sexuality and relationships. Provides help with sexual addiction, pornography, past sexual abuse, homosexuality, sexual identity, false intimacy, boundaries, and codependency. http://wheregraceabounds.org World Family Policy Center
Facilitates international
policy debate by serving as an exchange point for the discussion and evaluation
of emerging international legal norms and as an active participant in the
examination of U.N. documents.
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