From 3PM - 5PM today, Rev. Steve Parelli and Jose Ortiz will speak at Martin Chauturi on the topic "Two Gay Christian Ministers Analyze How the Christian Faith does not Chnage one's Sexual Orientation." The general public is invited.
Individuals from three different human rights group spoke to the pastors. Three lesbians from Mitini Nepal shared their stories; one transgender and one young gay man from Blue Diamond Society spoke; and one straight ally from Protection Desk Nepal spoke. Some of these who spoke to the pastors declared themselves to be Christian and spoke on the importance of the need for Christian pastors and lay leaders to understand the issues and concerns of LGBTI people of Nepal. It was reported by attendees that this was the first occasion in the LGBTI history of Nepal that Christian pastors were publically hearing the stories of LGBTI Nepali people of faith.
For links to handouts and the Powerpoint presentation on the Bible and Homosexuality (which was not shown due to technical difficulties) and other materials, a resource web page has been created for Nepali pastors. All Other Sheep materials can be reproduced and distributed with the condition that these materials are not sold for a profit; Other Sheep should be credited as the source.
Note: The book The Children Are Free - Reexamining the Biblical Evidence on Same-sex Relationships is NOT an Other Sheep publication. Nevertheless, you can receive copies of this book for free distribution through Other Sheep. Complementary copies will be sent to Nepal by way of individuals who are traveling to Nepal from the United States and are able to bring with them copies. Let Rev. Steve Parelli (sparelli2002@yahoo.com) know when you have a carrier from the USA to Nepal who is willing to carry copies of this book. Unfortunately, funds are not available at this time for direct shipping.
Seeking Pastors' Comments on July 5th Seminar - The Bible and Homosexuality
We would be happy to know your response to the three hour seminar conducted on July 5, both the strong points and week points, and any insight or suggestions you would make as a pastor to Other Sheep in view of the nature of the ministry of Other Sheep. You can email your comments to Rev. Steve Parelli at sparelli2002@yahoo.com. Comments may be used anonymously in future Other Sheep publications unless you specifically ask us to not do so.
