Monthly Archives: January 2012

Homosexuals have a choice…

Posted on January 31, 2012 by lgbtbju

Homosexual choice, or what about the B in LGBT? Actress Cynthia Nixon’s recent controversial statement to the New York Times has sparked a furor of debate within Christian circles in the past few days. Cynthia said “I’ve been straight and … Continue reading →

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Straight Christian Mother of Three

Posted on January 31, 2012 by lgbtbju

by Shannan McPherson As a straight mother of three, you may not think I fit the demographics of someone who would be posting on this blog but after reading the other posts I found I could relate to their feelings … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (Andrew Bolden)

Posted on January 30, 2012 by lgbtbju

Andrew Bolden (BJU, B Mus 1999 – voice) The weight holding me down had, at times, nearly crushed me. This is why I must speak, why I must share my story. The pain, the shame, the guilt, the fear – … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (David Diachenko)

Posted on January 29, 2012 by lgbtbju

David Diachenko (BJU, BMus 2000, MMus 2002), BJU Piano Faculty 2002-2006 I was born again at an early age, was in Christian schools or homeschooled K-12. I never seriously considered other colleges than BJU. I stayed on for grad work, … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (Jenni French)

Posted on January 28, 2012 by lgbtbju

Jenni French (BJU BS 2002, M Ed 2004) My family didn’t actually attend church until after my parents divorced. My mom then became quite involved in church groups and Bible studies, and when I was in junior high we started … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (Jeffrey Hoffman)

Posted on January 27, 2012 by lgbtbju

Jeffrey Hoffman (BJA, 1988) I was born on the campus of Bob Jones University and spent all of my formative years there as a student in Bob Jones Elementary School, Junior High School and Academy. I even spent half a … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (Rachel Patrick)

Posted on January 26, 2012 by lgbtbju

Rachel Patrick (BJU, BA 2005) Hey there, everybody. I am Rachel and I am a graduate of Bob Jones University. Like many of you, I grew up attending a fundamentalist Christian school and church. For as long as I have … Continue reading →

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People of LGBT-BJU – Who We Are (Steve Shamblin)

Posted on January 25, 2012 by lgbtbju

Steve Shamblin (BJU, BA 1985, MS 1997) In August 1999, I was months away from my 36th birthday. I had spent half of my life, 18 years, on the campus of BJU. I was a graduate of BJU—BA in art … Continue reading →

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Mitt Romney’s Preacher Problem*?

Posted on January 8, 2012 by lgbtbju

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney enthusiastically accepted the endorsement of Dr. Bob Jones III, Chancellor of Bob Jones University, during the last election. “We’re proud to have Dr. Jones’ support and look forward to working with him to  communicate Governor Romney’s message … Continue reading →

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