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What does Metanoia mean?
What is your success rate?
Is Metanoia Ministries only for those affected by homosexuality?
Is Metanoia Ministries affiliated with a particular Christian
denomination?
I struggle with homosexuality. What can I do now?
"I'm gay." Someone close to me told me they're
gay. I don't know what to do.
Who can start a BEGINNINGS group?
How do I start a BEGINNINGS group in my church or ministry?
Which type of BEGINNINGS Group should we start first?
I'm a pastor - how does the BEGINNINGS program fit into my
church?
What is sexual brokenness?
What is relational brokenness?
What affiliations do you have?
When was Metanoia Ministries established?
Where are you located?
What does Metanoia mean?
Metanoia is a Greek word. It means repentance, to turn around. When Jesus
spoke to the woman caught in the act of adultery, He asked her "Woman
where are your accusers?" She replied, "There are none Lord."
"Neither do I condemn you. Go and sin no more." or Metanoia.
What is your success rate?
If you are referring to those who have left homosexuality to pursue sexual
wholeness in their lives our BEGINNINGS program participants have an 85%
- 90% success rate.
Is Metanoia Ministries just
for those affected by homosexuality?
Our ministry is for everyone affected by sexual brokenness; this includes
homosexuality, bisexuality, sexual addiction and other types of sexual
brokenness among men, women and young adults. We also have programs that
support family and friends of those who are suffering with sexual brokenness.
Is Metanoia Ministries affiliated
with a particular denomination?
Metanoia Ministries is an inter-denominational ministry. We partner with
many denominations and affiliations including: Assemblies of God, Baptist,
Catholic, Foursquare, Lutheran, Ministers Fellowship International, Presbyterian
and others.
I struggle with homosexuality.
What can I do now?
First, know that you are not alone. There are others who have struggled
with homosexuality. With the help of Christ and trusted others, they left
homosexuality to pursue God's intent for their lives. You need a support
group to help you understand why you are struggling this way. We recommend
that you first get a copy of the book and CDs, BEGINNINGS: Healing the
Wounded Soul (available in our online store).
Second, you need a support group of people who will come along side you
as you begin this journey. You will not be able to overcome this alone.
Join a BEGINNINGS Group near you for
support.
"I'm gay." Someone
close to me told me they're gay. I don't know what to do.
When families and friends hear these words, the news can be devastating.
A lot of emotions go through our minds - anger, denial, fear etc. Yet
God is present with us. He heard the words "I'm gay" the same
time you did. We recommend that you purchase BEGINNINGS: Hope & Healing
for Families and Friends of a Gay Loved One book and CDs (available in
our online store). Also, whether your loved one
is going to seek help or not, you need support right now. You need others
who understand what you are going through and can come along side of you.
We invite you to join a BEGINNINGS
group in your area.
Who can start a BEGINNINGS
group?
Lay leaders, therapists and pastors facilitate BEGINNINGS Groups with
the support of their church or ministry. Generally, someone who has a
heart and passion for this ministry is a great candidate to lead a BEGINNINGS
Group. Learn more about starting
a BEGINNINGS Group.
How do I start a BEGINNINGS group
in my church or ministry?
To get started:
- Purchase a BEGINNINGS Kit (most groups start
with BEGINNINGS: Hope & Healing for Family & Friends of a Gay
Loved-One).
- Register your BEGINNINGS Group with Metanoia Ministries.
- Contact the Regional Coordinator nearest you for answers and support
in establishing and leading your BEGINNINGS Group.
- Use the online resources for BEGINNINGS
Facilitators.
Learn more about
starting a BEGINNINGS Group.
Which type of BEGINNINGS Group
should we start first?
We recommend starting with the BEGINNINGS Group for Families and Friends.
Family members and friends are the ones who represent the largest percentage
of people seeking support in most churches. Next, start a group for those
struggling with sexual brokenness. Third, start a BEGINNINGS Group for
youth and young adults. Contact a Regional
Coordinator near you for more information.
I'm a pastor, and wonder
how does the BEGINNINGS program fit into my church?
The BEGINNINGS program easily incorporates into any church in one of two
existing formats. The first way is as an addition to the recovery ministry
within your church. An example would be if your church is using Celebrate
Recovery. On the same night, people would come to the general worship/greeting/announcements
and then break into their respective BEGINNINGS group(s). BEGINNINGS would
function under the covering of your recovery ministry.
The second way is through a home group meeting or
mini-church. Offer the BEGINNINGS program as a home group with a specific
purpose and duration. An example is a BEGINNINGS home group for families
and friends affected by homosexuality.
Either format provides a needed ministry for those
presently in the church. Plus, it expands the church's outreach into the
local community. Learn more here.
What
is sexual brokenness?
Sexual brokenness is a broad term used to define many areas in which men
and women are broken in their sexuality. The most common types of sexual
brokenness are homosexuality, sexual addiction (heterosexual and homosexual),
bisexuality and addiction to pornography.
What
is relational brokenness?
Relational brokenness is a broad term used to define the reasons for the
disintegration of relationships due to a loved one's or our own dysfunctional
behavior. Examples of relational brokenness are sexual abuse, rape, homo-emotional
relationships and co-dependency.
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What affiliations do you
have?
Metanoia Ministries is a member of the following organizations: American
Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), Desert Stream Ministries,
Exodus International, Abstinence ClearingHouse and National Association
of Research and Therapy for Homosexuality (NARTH). Learn
more about Metanoia Ministries.
When was Metanoia Ministries
established?
Metanoia Ministries was established in 1981 in Seattle, Washington. Learn
more about Metanoia Ministries.
Where are you located?
Metanoia Ministries' headquarters is located in Boca Raton, Florida. BEGINNINGS
groups are available throughout the United States and Canada in local
churches and ministries.
For more information contact
our headquarters or a BEGINNINGS
Group coordinator near you.
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