This is an inclusive and affirming conversation. Tamara MacInnis shares her story of how she came out as a lesbian in her Christian community and how it impacted her experience with the people around her. Tamara shares authentically her story as well as gives insight into the pressures the queer Christian community faces. Tamara and Tara are both from Alberta and met as students at Saint Stephen’s University.
CONNECT WITH TAMARA: https://www.instagram.com/tam94?igsh=bjU3MmI3bmZnNmU5
Books referenced or suggested by Tamara: “UnClobber: Rethinking Our Misuse of the Bible on Homosexuality”
Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church:
Podcast suggested by Tamara: “I Tried to be Straight” hosted by Nate Peters and Susie Aguirre
Other resources to connect with: David Hayward, aka nakedpastor: https://www.instagram.com/nakedpastor?igsh=cmZ1MDZzeHd0a2dr
The Bridge Church, Abbotsford (online as well): https://www.instagram.com/thebridge_abbotsford?igsh=MWswZ3Znc3lxNTMxYg==