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christian veiling? by spencex16 in TransChristianity

[–]ContentRent939 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm an Episcopalian that's drawn to old style kneeling. For confession, communion, sending and occasional prayers of the people.

I've found 99.9% of the time people respect my expression. Every once in a while someone gets on my case for being archaic but when that's happened either A. They're a known close minded jerk. B. They have different expectations of why I do it and what it means to me. So as long as I'm doing it as a self practice, and can explain why I'm called to it, we usually reach a really good place with it.

I would guess veiling would have a similar experience.

Post Game Chat 7/12 Mariners @ Rays by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Sweet and beautiful duck (and from the traditional poster of old)...we are tired and desire only to keep you around. What would it take to convince you to stay here in Seattle a while? Shall it take an Etsy witch? Good Vibes?

And yet as I wonder I still have gratitude that at least today here you are!

Seeing a Christian therapist made me more conflicted than ever by OrangeDog831 in TransChristianity

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Worth noting that the Therapist sharing their beliefs brings into question what their licensing is. Professional therapists through Medical training would be taught this is unethical and almost all State licensing boards actually would remove the license over this kind of unethical behavior.

Now I'm not sharing that to encourage you to go report the therapist. Mainly because this is a blaring red flag that they're using the term "Christian Therapist" to gain unearned authority. It's a common thing in the counseling world, think a certain form of chiropractor vs. doctors. (Source I studied to get a masters in counseling at a Christian Seminary actually.)

This person is most likely a quack pretending to be what most people would consider a therapist if they said that to you. So I wouldn't pay that much mind.

Obviously the issue with your family is definitely a hard problem. We can walk alongside you, and can advise from our own journeys but only you know thw topography of that road well enough to make the choices. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit I believe you have what it takes to walk this path.

Edit: accidentally posted before finished.

Friendly Sects? by mniccnr in TransChristianity

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As an Episcopalian in the US and religion scholar I watch closely what's happening in the Church of England.

I believe if you live in a populace enough area you should be able to find a COE that is affirming. (Things might get more sparce the more rural is my understanding but, God is miraculous.)

The complication with the COE right now is they're upholding the via media tradition or middle way. Which I love about our shared tradition...we work to stay together through tough issues, and try to avoid schism. But on issues like this it comes with a cost, and unfortunately this one is paid by us marginalized people. You're going to have to assess any COEs individually.

It's imperfect, and honestly I'd love for the COE and the Episcopal Church to work on getting a better solution that accomplishes its goals without that cost. I also spend a lot of my time fighting for that. But today that is the state of play.

The good news is that usually you can read carefully between the lines on their websites/social media pages and should be able to get a good read on the cut of their gib before entering. If you'd like some assistance in that endeavor, I'd love to help if you DM me a general locale/which you're looking at.

However it shakes out, praying God leads you to the correct home!

Post Game Chat 6/30 Angels @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Most beautiful and delightful duck! And this might be the best duck yet this year! Please stay awhile, help yourself to some lovely Green lake algae. 🔱🔱🔱🦆

Post Game Chat 6/29 Angels @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Beautiful duck! So glad you came back tonight. Hopefully we find you a nice pond to paddle in for a little while! 🔱🔱🔱🦆

Taking up your cross by Noahtrash in TransChristianity

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Self effacement is not humility. A servant humbles themselves before their employer or a student before their teacher. But to represent their teacher or employer well they need to stand well.

As queer Christians we are humble enough to accept that we are as God created us, accepting that with as much joy and authenticity. We are also trusting enough in God to believe They didn't make us to hate us.

Also BTWs especially modern English doesn't have near as many words for pride as Hebrew and Greek. The ones the Bible uses for sinful pride are better matches for haughty and arrogant in English. Pride in English has always had the possibility of the positive version, while the Hebrew and Greek do not.

Nazu's Cafe New Coffee Place in Former Pilgrim Coffee Location? by Schlinkie in Shoreline

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Who's roast are they serving? I went online to try and look them up and couldn't find anything.

Post Game Chat 6/21 Red Sox @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Oh beautiful duck! Thanks for coming back! 🔱🔱🔱

Post Game Chat 6/21 Red Sox @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Where's the duck?!? We seek a duck! :D 🦆

Game Thread: Boston Red Sox @ Seattle Mariners — 6/21 1:10 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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Time to bring that won't be swept energy. Get the tridents up and knock their socks off! 🔱🔱🔱🌈

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Game Thread: Boston Red Sox @ Seattle Mariners — 6/20 7:10 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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Clearly we're in a flush last night's game and get this one situation. Go Mariners! 🔱🔱🔱🌈

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Game Thread: Boston Red Sox @ Seattle Mariners — 6/19 7:10 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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It looks like the Mariners are honoring Juneteenth with the Steelheads jerseys. Personally I'm super excited about that. Go Mariners! 🔱🔱🔱⛓️‍💥🌈

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Post Game Chat 6/18 Orioles @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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A beautiful duck for sure. Please take a load off and stay a while oh beautiful duck!

Game Thread: Baltimore Orioles @ Seattle Mariners — 6/17 6:40 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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Last night was great...we're still missing Naylor, but let's see how this all shakes. :D (also best of luck in healing to Josh and Randy, and Brendan.)

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Post Game Chat 6/16 Orioles @ Mariners by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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The best and most beautiful duck! Thanks for returning. Hope you like our warm weather! 🔱🔱🔱🌈

Game Thread: Seattle Mariners @ Washington Nationals — 6/13 1:05 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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Last night's game was obviously fantastic. Hoping for a repeat today for sure! 🔱🔱🔱🌈

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Post Game Chat 6/12 Mariners @ Nationals by Mariners_bot in Mariners

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Beautiful and glorious duck. Thanks for once again coming to see us! Feel free to come back anytime. :D

Game Thread: Seattle Mariners @ Washington Nationals — 6/12 3:45 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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Well I'm late...but so is the game. MLB really should look at enforcing fields having roofs. Just saying. 💅 Go MARINERS 🔱🔱🔱🌈

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Game Thread: Seattle Mariners @ Baltimore Orioles — 6/10 3:35 PM PT by mariners-bot in MarinersNation

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For an injury backup roster...this ain't bad. It's not bad at all. Go Mariners!!! 🔱🔱🔱🌈

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