S2E7 Sides ABXY and Not Taking Sides

This episode features the leaders of Free Mom Hugs, a global movement with over 40,000 volunteers, all starting with one mom at a Pride Parade. We hear from Executive Director, Karrie Fletcher-Rollins, and founder, Sara Cunningham.

For our Season 3 kick-off, Brian interviews interviewed Zach Lambert and Ben Cremer, two highly-followed thought-leaders who are countering Christian nationalism and current politicized narratives, and calling us back to the ways of Jesus in loving our neighbors.

This episode explores sides A,B,X, and Y, which represent the diverse theological positions on same-sex relationships. Brian is joined by Justin Lee and Gregory Coles, two thought-leaders representing differing theological positions, yet modeling unity and collaboration in a manner desperately needed today.

Brian is joined by Mark Wingfield, executive director and publisher of Baptist News Global. Years ago Mark's post "7 Things I'm Learning About Transgender Persons" went immediately viral with over 1 million views, launching Mark into becoming an influential advocate and pastor to the transgender community.

Learning first-hand of transgender real-lived experiences can be transformative, and perhaps the only way to elevate the public discourse from "issues" to being about people. Brian is joined by Grace Thomas and Lucas Hall, two Christian pioneers in the Trans community who share their harrowing, beautiful journeys.

This episode features an informative and fascinating discussion with Matthew Vines, the author of the best-seller God & The Gay Christian. Matthew is a true pioneer who brings a sound biblical case for same-sex relationships. A decade after this game-changing book's release, it's impact along with his organization The Reformation Project remain as relevant as ever.

What if the word homosexual was never meant to be in the Bible? This episode features a striking conversation with the director and one of the lead researches of the multi-award winning documentary 1946: The Movie. Brian is joined by film producer Rocky Roggio and author & speaker Kathy Baldock.

Welcome to Making Things Right Season 2! This episode features a live recording from the national conference of Q Christian Fellowship, a key organization that serves the full diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. Brian is joined by Brit Barron, Grace Thomas, Bill White, and Danny Cortez, all impactful leaders in "The Long Game" of LGBTQ+ reform in the Christian Church.

Season One of the Making Things Right podcast brings Brian's white paper on Christian-LGBTQ matters to life through real conversations. In this series, you’ll hear collaborative conversations where friends and thought-leaders representing varied perspectives gather with a common purpose: to share and listen, to find new empathy, and to serve the LGBTQ+ community. These conversations will provide insights and ideas to help you find your place at the table and your unique role in making things right.  makingthingsright.org

Making Things Right with the LGBTQ+ Community. The kick-off episode! B.T. Harman joins Brian to introduce and discuss the key concepts of "Making Things Right" and set the stage for this podcast series.  Guest: B.T. Harman