Growing up Baptist; coming out as queer, non-binary, and polyamorous with Ky McGinniss
Ky shares their story about growing up Baptist in a family that was not only deeply integrated with a local Baptist college where their father taught in the seminary, but had ties to prominent Evangelical figures. They reflect on learning how to read the Bible starting at age 5, learning about the end of the world, and constantly asking questions.
When they really sat down and tried to understand why their faith was so ardently against lgbtq people, their entire worldview began to crumble. After trying to explore different theologies, they eventually made the decision to leave behind Christianity--as well as black-and-white ways of thinking.
Now, Ky is living life no longer identified as a Christian and openly non-binary, queer and polyamorous.
Follow Ky on Instagram on @floweryspacepunk
To read an in-depth documentation of Ky's crisis of faith in Christianity, as well as a recent reflection "On Comfort," check out their blog at http://dangerouslythoughtfulblog.wordpress.com/
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Ky's Suggested Reading & Resources
Evangelical info:
Dare to Discipline by James Dobson
Competent to Counsel by Jay Adams
Other information:
Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne
Executing Grace by Shane Claiborne
The Divine Dance by Richard Rohr (Didn't reference this but it was super formative)
Strange Rites by Tara Burton
The History of The Christian Church Podcast by Lance Ralston
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