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Hearts of Hope |
A support group for family members and friends of GLBT loved ones.Hearts of Hope meets on the first Monday of each month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm at Spirit of Hope, Map For more information on Hearts of Hope, call 763-545-0239 |
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What is Hearts of Hope? |
Hearts of Hope is a spiritually based support group for parents, families, and friends of GLBT persons where everyone will feel safe and welcome.
Maybe you thought it could never happen, but a family member or friend has revealed himself or herself to be gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. The revelation of your loved one’s sexual orientation or gender identity can bring up a range of responses. Some people find themselves repressing their feelings while others may be flooded by overwhelming emotions. One common experience is the need for a period of adjustment to come to a new understanding and relationship with the loved one. Human beings are communal creatures. We seek out trustworthy companions for support during times of significant, life-altering change. Telling one’s story can be helpful for both the listener and the storyteller. It can also be a spiritually significant process, especially as we consider our stories in light of our faith traditions and religious beliefs |
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What happens at a Hearts of Hope meeting?
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Monthly meetings are held in the Fireside Room at Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church in Golden Valley. We meet on the first Monday of the month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. A Hearts of Hope gathering includes light refreshments, an opening reflection, occasional presentations related to understanding and acceptance, and small group discussion for support and sharing led by trained facilitators. Our facilitators have personal experience with loving someone who has come out as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender.
We affirm GLBT persons as a part of God’s good creation. We create a safe environment where privacy is respected. All participants are encouraged to share and to support one another. This is a place where people can talk about fears, questions, and issues related to acceptance of GLBT persons at home, within faith communities, and in the wider society. We offer a place to listen to stories of acceptance and struggle; a space to share experiences and perspectives; a time to learn to support each other in journeys of hope and faith. |
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Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church
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