Word: ministryã
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Griggs attacks the gay community for its “intolerance against ex-gays,” but we suggest that “ex-gay ministry?? is intolerant at its roots. For decades, its advocates have attempted to change sexual orientation with shock therapy and brain-washing sessions. Coupling ex-gay outreach with religious indoctrination preys on students who are unsure of themselves socially and spiritually. Harvard is supposed to model tolerance, not self-rejection...
...diverse institution that trumpets pluralism, the subject of conversion is understandably touchy. The United Ministry??s website cautions against “destructive religious groups” that are not affiliated with the University, adding that all United Ministry members “are committed to mutual respect and non-proselytization; we oppose religious harassment and manipulation, and we affirm the roles of personal freedom, doubt and open critical reflection in healthy spiritual growth...