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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 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, religious leaders, and all others who wish to help individuals who desire to change. The organization refers people to affiliated support groups and therapists, publishes manuals and newsletters, sells books by mail, and sponsors conferences. Call or write for a list of publications or information on a support group near you. P.O. Box 3, Salt Lake City, UT 84110, phone 800/391-1000. www.Evergreeninternational.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 International Healing Foundation A non-profit organization offering healing seminars, teleconferencing classes, speaking engagements, consultations, supervision, resource materials, and referral services. The director, Richard Cohen, M.A., is a prominent therapist in the field of sexual reorientation who has overcome same-sex attraction himself. P.O. Box 901 Bowie, MD 20718, phone: 301/805-6111. www.gaytostraight.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 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. www.geocities.com/LDS_SSA/ssares.htm LDSSR 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-SSA.org An online information and support resource for Latter-day Saint (Mormon) men and women struggling with same-sex attraction. www.LDS-SSA.org 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 North Star A place of community for Latter-day Saints dealing with issues surrounding homosexual attraction who desire to live in harmony with the teachings of Jesus Christ and the values and doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. www.northstarlds.org 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) A Christian organization of parents, spouses, family members and friends concerned about their loved one's same-sex attraction. Affiliated with the Family Research Council. 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 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 Reality Resources A Christian ministry for afflicted with gender identity confusion, homosexuality, and sexual addiction. www.realityresources.com 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 extensive resource for people who experience unwanted same-sex attractions. Provides options to accepting a gay identity. 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.transformingcong.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.
www.worldfamilypolicycenter.org Find additional LDS resources at www.theneedsnetwork.com and www.providentliving.org. For resources in other languages, see the Languages section of our home page. Other popular LDS links:
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