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We launched our blog in 2015 and generally post twice weekly with authors from various faith backgrounds and life stages. Check out our most recent and popular posts, or scroll through our timeline covering our entire post catalog. If you believe in furthering our storytelling mission and want to support YOB financially, visit our Patreon for more information.
Coming Out to My Family Like a Hit-and-Run
I would be coming out to my family over dinner. I told them that I wasn't planning on changing the course of my faith. I explained that I was telling them because I planned to tell even more people. I told them that if I wanted to talk about it again I’d be the one to bring it up, and I stood up and left.
Who Will Teach Us Masculinity?
The following exchange comes directly from a recent text conversation between Elliott Gladwin and Bradley Alexander: what is masculinity, and who will teach us masculinity? Elliott: I tend to “love” attractive guys...
Cigarettes and the Stress of Same-Sex Attraction
As I entered into ministry, I knew my SSA could end it all in one swift move. I hoped that instead of being rejected I would be loved. I hoped that people would notice their prejudice and change once they met me. I spent much time in prayer -- but also smoking.
Even When I Don’t Know My Other Brothers
I remember first meeting Tom Zuniga. He could barely have a conversation to save his life. This is...
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