Reconciliation is not about making everything fit. It’s about allowing everything to be—fully, honestly, and without shame.
Between Worlds: Holding Legacy and Identity in the Same Hands
The Paradox of Love: LGBTQ+ Identity within Evangelical Families
This essay explores the author's personal journey navigating familial relationships within a global Evangelical ministry, confronting the paradox of unconditional love versus conditional acceptance. Through reflection, the author seeks recognition, accountability, and understanding, aiming to document the lived experience of LGBTQ+ individuals while analyzing the disconnect between theological rhetoric and real-life empathy.
Mikhail Oparin 