In this thought-provoking and compassionate series, delivered in partnership with other Silicon Valley churches, we will explore the intricate and often challenging topics of body, sexuality, and gender through the lens of ancient biblical truths.
DURING THIS SERIES
This series, while grounded in historically orthodox views, approaches these sensitive subjects with a deep sense of love, care, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their background or beliefs. It aims to foster intellectually honest conversations, providing new perspectives that share the connection between biblical doctrines and contemporary conversations.
Upcoming events
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A War of Loves
A conversation with David Bennett, an atheist gay activist who found Jesus.
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Faith, Sexuality, and Gender with Preston Sprinkle (for everyone)
May 7 • 6:30pm - 9 PM
EVENT MEETING AT MENLO PARK CHURCH
An event for those wanting to better understand God’s design for our sexuality, gender, marriage, bodies, and more.
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Faith, Sexuality, and Gender with Preston Sprinkle (for teens)
May 8 • 6:30pm - 9pm
EVENT MEETING AT WESTGATE CHURCH
An event just for teens wanting to better understand God’s design for our sexuality and gender.
SERIES RESOURCES
Explore resources that will help you bring clarity and compassion to conversations about gender and sexuality in our culture.
INTERESTS GROUP
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Center of Faith, Sexuality and Gender
• One of the most trusted sources of biblical teaching and practical guidance on questions related to marriage, sexuality, and gender. Includes small-group material, educational videos, podcasts, blogs, youth curriculum, and other resources.
• A collection of trusted videos with meaningful conversations designed to help you think biblically on many topics including sexuality, gender, and LGBTQ+.
• Watch, read, or listen to same-sex attracted Christians tell their different stories of enjoying their new identity in Christ.
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Written by Christians with same-sex attraction, and share their story of faith and following Jesus.
Books written by Christian pastors, professors, and theologians who research and teach various aspects of human sexuality.
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• A teaching series by New Life Fellowship Church in New York City.
• A teaching series by Rock Harbor Church in Costa Mesa.
• A teaching series by Christ Church of the Valley in Arizona.
• A teaching by Dave Lomas, Pastor of RealitySF.
• An interview with Son Byrd at Experience Church in San Francisco.
• Conversation guides for parents around cultural and tough topics.
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Week 1: Souls with Bodies or Embodied Souls: A Theology of the body.
Join us for week one of Wonderfully Made as we outline the roadmap for each week of the series, beginning the journey by unpacking the truths about why our bodies matter.
Week 2: Thinking More About Sex: The Spirituality of sexuality.
In week 2 we are breaking down the history of sexuality, we address same-sex attraction, and look at the beautiful picture of marriage from Genesis.
Week 3: Death or Life: Genesis, Gender, Generate, and Generations
Join us for week 3 where we unpack how God's character is displayed through the harmony of his designed creation—including earth/sky, light/darkness, waters/land, and male/female—while addressing gender dysphoria, etc.
Week 4: Unconditional Love + Uncompromising Faith: Grace and Truth
When it comes to topics of gender, sexuality, and identity, what does it look like to live with unconditional love, yet without compromising your faith and beliefs? Jesus modeled the power of a life that embraces both grace and truth.
WEEK 5: Living in the Future: Where Bodies are Headed
Understanding our eternal destination and reality helps us make the proper sacrifices today, recognizing that this life is a temporary assignment that sometimes necessitates surrendering today's desires and longings to gain eternal rewards. "I choose to live in the future," addressing attractions, desires, and longings in light of the fall and redemption.