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Welcome to the web site of friends of ex-gays. ******* Homosexual sex has destructive consequences. This web site is dedicated to people who are sexually attracted to others of the same sex and who want to refrain from homosexual sex. ******* There is pressure on young people to get into a homosexual life style. There is also pressure on those who are in that life style to remain in it. ******* One of the goals of this site is to help those who want to resist such pressures. ******************************************************************************************************************* ******* As of this date, 03-07-15, this file has 2 items in it. ******* item 1 EX-GAY DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ******* item 2 POSITIVE ALTERNATIVES TO HOMOSEXUALITY (P.A.T.H.) ******************************************************************************************************************** ******* item 1 EX-GAY DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ******* From: "PFOX" ******* Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2003 00:58:57 +0000 ******* The undersigned organizations provide counseling and support services to people with unwanted same-sex attraction (“SSA”). We are helping thousands of men and women who have decided they are happier and more fulfilled without SSA or the homosexual identity. ******* CORE PRINCIPLES: ******* CHOICE: Many people who experience same-sex attractions choose not to act on those feelings and instead work to affirm and actuate their heterosexuality. We exist to help those people. ******* AWARENESS: We do not seek to impose our viewpoint on anyone, but we work to spread awareness of positive and life-affirming alternatives to same-sex attraction, homosexual identity and homosexual lifestyles. ******* SELF-DETERMINATION: Clients of counselors, therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists have the right to determine the course and direction of treatment or counseling they receive relative to SSA and should be made aware of heterosexual-affirmative alternatives. Professional organizations should enhance rather than inhibit the client’s right of self-determination. ******* TOLERANCE: Individuals who are pursuing heterosexual-affirmative counseling, and those who have transitioned out of the homosexual identity and lifestyle, deserve tolerance and acceptance. Their choices should not subject them to discrimination, ridicule, or marginalization. ******* POLICY NEUTRALITY: All branches of government should avoid actions or decisions that would inhibit free speech about, or the practice of, heterosexual-affirmative alternatives. Of particular concern are laws regarding hate crimes and sexual orientation that may be construed to make it illegal to promote or even speak about alternatives to homosexuality. ******* ACCESS TO PUBLIC FORUMS: We claim equal access to public forums to state our viewpoint and to spread awareness of alternatives to same-sex attraction and the homosexual identity and lifestyle. This is particularly vital in cases where public schools address the issue of sexual orientation. ******* SIGNATORY ORGANIZATIONS: ******* EVERGREEN INTERNATIONAL is an educational, information, and resource organization for individuals who wish to overcome homosexual behaviors and diminish unwanted same-sex attractions. Evergreen helps family members, friends, professional counselors, religious leaders, and all others involved with assisting individuals who desire to change. Evergreen sustains the doctrines and standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and welcomes all people who wish to participate in the pursuit of these goals. David Pruden, Executive Director Evergreen International 211 East 300 South, Suite 209 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 800-391-1000 Toll free 801-363-3837 www.evergreen-intl.org ******* NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH & THERAPY OF HOMOSEXUALITY (NARTH) respects and understands that all individuals have the right to choose their own destiny. NARTH offers hope to those who struggle with same-sex attraction. We disseminate educational material, conduct research, and offer a nationwide referral network. Our goal is to provide accurate information and therapeutic referrals to dissatisfied homosexual individuals, to educate the public, and to promote family reconciliation. ******* Joseph Nicolosi, Ph.D., President, 16633 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1340 Encino, CA 91436-1801, 818-789-4440, www.narth.com ******* EXODUS is the world’s largest outreach to those affected by unwanted homosexuality, with over 175 ministries in 17 countries. Through our international coalition of Christian ministries, Exodus is proclaiming, educating and impacting the world with the truth that freedom from homosexuality is possible. Exodus offers a referral service to hundreds of well-equipped Christian therapists, support groups and supportive churches. Additionally, we host the largest annual conference on the topic of overcoming homosexuality. ******* Alan Chambers, Executive Director, Randy Thomas, Media Relations, 888-264-0877, 407-599-0011 Fax, PO Box 540119, Orlando, FL 32854, www.exodus-international.org, www.exodusyouth.net - youth, www.exodus2003.org - conferences ******* THE INTERNATIONAL HEALING FOUNDATION (IHF) is a therapeutic organization established to educate and counsel men, women and adolescents about the causes and healing of homosexuality. IHF sponsors Healing Seminars, Teleconferencing Classes, Speaking Engagements and Resource Materials. The foundation has trained thousands of therapists, clergy and individuals over the past fourteen years. Founder and Director Richard Cohen is a psychotherapist, former homosexual and author of the book, COMING OUT STRAIGHT. He resides in the Washington, DC metro area with his wife and three children. Richard Cohen, MA, Director 301-805-6111, IHF90@aol.com, www.comingoutstraight.com ******* JEWS OFFERING NEW ALTERNATIVES TO HOMOSEXUALITY (JONAH), an international non-profit organization headquartered in New Jersey, educates the world-wide Jewish community about the prevention, intervention, and healing of the underlying issues causing same-sex attraction. The organization works with Jewish men and women feeling unwanted same-sex attractions through a variety of psycho-educational methods, including live support group meetings, E-mail list-serv groups, networking, therapy referrals, experiential weekend programs. JONAH also works directly with parents, relatives, and friends of those with SSA. ******* Elaine Silodor-Berk & Arthur A. Goldberg, Co-Directors, 201-433-3444, Message Center, jonahhelp@aol.com, www.jonahweb.org ******* ONEBYONE is a ministry created in 1995 by Presbyterian pastors and lay leaders throughout the United States to educate and equip the church to effectively minister to those who are in conflict with their sexuality. We provide a speaker's bureau, referrals, books, articles and other resources. Don Corne, Assistant Director, PO Box 648, Pittsford NY 14534, (804) 874-0092, www.oneby1.org ******* PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF EX-GAYS AND GAYS (PFOX) is a national organization that supports families affected by homosexuality, advocates for the ex-gay community, and educates the public on sexual reorientation. PFOX has local chapters across the country. ******* Regina Griggs, Executive Director, Box 561, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060, 703-360-2225, pfox.exgays@starpower.net, www.pfox.org ******* POWERFUL CHANGE MINISTRY GROUP (PC) is a national fellowship of 11 Christian African-American led ministries whose goal is to advocate change for same-sex strugglers among people of color. PC believes that the choice to change is a fundamental message of the Bible. PC members work diligently to raise awareness in the Black community on the need for holistic ministry to affected individuals as well as their families. In addition, PC members maintain websites, email correspondence, traveling awareness seminars, and networking and training programs to accomplish goals. ******* DL Foster, National Coordinator, 404-362-0505, 404-326-1414, www.witnessfortheworld.org/ministries.html, PFOX -- Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays & Gays, Box 561, Fort Belvoir VA 22060, 703-360-2225, pfox.exgays@starpower.net, www.pfox.org ******* To subscribe to this list, send a blank email to: PFOX-subscribe@topica.com ________________________________ ******* HOW CAN I SUPPORT PFOX? ******* Click on the link below to make a tax-deductible(U.S.A. only) secure online credit card donation to Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays & Gays: http://www.pfox.org and click on the Donate button on the left side ******* Or send your tax-deductible gift today to: PFOX, Box 561, Fort Belvoir VA 22060 ******* All donors will receive a subscription to the PFOX Press Newsletter by mail. ******************************************************************************************************************* ******* item 2 POSITIVE ALTERNATIVES TO HOMOSEXUALITY (P.A.T.H.) ******* From: "PFOX" ******* Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2003 16:33:18 +0000 ******* Media Contacts: Arthur Goldberg, 201-433-3444 Richard Cohen, 301-805-6111 ******* DIVERSE COALITION FORMS TO SUPPORT PEOPLE SEEKING ‘NON-GAY’ ALTERNATIVES TO UNWANTED HOMOSEXUALITY ******* JERSEY CITY, N.J., July 8, 2002 – A diverse group of 11 national and international non-profit organizations that serve people conflicted over unwanted homosexual attractions has formed a non-profit coalition called PATH (Positive Alternatives to Homosexuality) and established a joint Web site at www.pathinfo.org. ******* The new coalition includes secular, therapeutic and research organizations in the U.S. and Germany as well as African-American, Catholic, Jewish, Latter-day Saint and Protestant ministries. ******* PATH was formed to promote greater public understanding and acceptance of men, women and youth who experience same-sex attractions but prefer to pursue “non-gay” alternatives that are congruent with their values, beliefs and life goals. The coalition will also support greater access to information and resources for those who seek change. ******* PATH’s 11 initial member organizations have collectively worked with thousands of men, women and youth who have either transitioned out of a homosexual lifestyle and identity or resolved their same-sex attractions without ever fully embracing homosexuality. ******* “It’s an utterly false stereotype to assume that anyone with homosexual feelings just wants to be accepted and affirmed as gay,” said Arthur Goldberg, president of PATH (and co-founder of JONAH, an educational, support and referral organization for Jews). “Many do not. They don’t object to others choosing to live a homosexual life, but it’s not what they want for their own lives. Those who voluntarily choose an alternative path deserve equal respect and support. ******* “And the fact is,” Goldberg said, “people can and do change. The personal life experience of innumerable men and women demonstrates that conclusively. Sexual desires are not immutable.” ******* Richard Cohen, a member of the PATH organizing committee who is a therapist and himself a former homosexual, said, “I know from my own personal experience, and the experience of literally hundreds of men and women I have worked with, that change is real. Many of them have developed heterosexual desires, married and had children of their own. Many have saved their existing marriages and families. Some have embraced a ‘sexually sober’ lifestyle as a single man or woman. Whatever their personal circumstances and goals, they have learned from personal experience that change is possible.” ******* In a statement of beliefs, PATH’s Website indicates that its members support: personal choice on how to deal with same-sex attractions; the individual’s right to be informed about alternatives to living a homosexual life; and the individual’s right to decide whether to seek counseling or therapy, what kind of counseling to seek and to determine the desired direction of his or her own therapy program. It also states that those who have transitioned out of a former homosexual identity and lifestyle, or who choose to pursue alternatives to homosexuality, “deserve tolerance and acceptance. Their choices should not subject them to discrimination, ridicule, marginalization, or make them the target of hate speech or accusations of homophobia. Demands for tolerance by one group can never justify intolerance or ridicule of another.” ******* The 11 groups forming the coalition are: Courage, a worldwide Catholic ministry based in New York City; Evergreen International, a Utah-based educational and resource organization serving members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Exodus International, a Florida-based umbrella coalition of 175 Protestant Christian ministries in 17 countries; the German Institute for Youth and Society, a think tank and research organization that focuses on social developments affecting the family; the International Healing Foundation, an educational and therapeutic organization based in Maryland; JONAH, or Jews Offering New Alternatives to Homosexuality, an international educational and informational organization based in New Jersey; NARTH, or the National Association for Research and Therapy of Homosexuality, a Los Angeles-based professional association that works to make effective psychological therapy available to all homosexual men and women who seek change; OneByOne, a Presbyterian ministry based in New York; PFOX, or Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays and Gays, a support and informational organization based in Virginia; People Can Change, a support, informational and training organization based in Virginia; and Powerful Change Ministry Group, a fellowship of Christian African-American-led ministries, based in Atlanta. ******* # # # PFOX -- Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays & Gays Box 561 Fort Belvoir VA 22060 703-360-2225 pfox.exgays@starpower.net http://www.pfox.org ******* __________________________________ HOW CAN I SUPPORT PFOX? ******* Click on the link below to make a tax-deductible secure online credit card donation to Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays & Gays: http://www.pfox.org and click on the Donate button on the left side ******* Or send your (U.S.A. only) tax-deductible gift today to: PFOX, Box 561, Fort Belvoir VA 22060 ******* All donors will receive a subscription to the PFOX Press Newsletter by mail. *******************************************************************************************************************

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Who are your true friends: those who tell you what you want to hear or those who tell you what they really think? ***************************************************************** The following warning is a prophetic message given to me (Frank Wagner) in November of 1974. ******* LISTEN TO THE CRY OF THE ABORTED CHILDREN. THEIR CRY IS NO. THEIR CRY IS A CRY OF TERROR. HEED THEIR CRY. ******* This prophecy is now being fulfilled. ******* For details about the source, meaning and fulfillment of this prophetic message go to ******* http://www.oocities.org/abortedchildren/index.html ***************************************************************** Check out some of my other sites: ******* http://www.oocities.org/fwagner12/index.html (Vancouver Youth Alliance) ******* http://www.oocities.org/fwagner6/index.htm (Vancouver ex-gay alternatives club) ***************************************************************** email me (Frank Wagner) at friendsofexgays@yahoo.ca