Episode 53: Should LGBTQ+ faculty and students (and those who affirm them) have a place and a voice at Abilene Christian University?

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We continue The Christian Chronicle’s in-depth coverage of how a “Holy Sexuality” chapel program at Abilene Christian University motivated alumni to petition the university’s administration to change its policies and position on same-sex relationships.

SEGMENT ONE: The story so far and why The Christian Chronicle is covering it (Bobby Ross, Jr., The Christian Chronicle)

Link to Bobby Ross, Jr.’s, full recent report on the “Holy Sexuality” story at Abilene Christian University (from February 1, 2024)

SEGMENT TWO: A defense of Abilene Christian University’s policies and position on same-sex relationships (Dr. Kenneth Pybus, Abilene Christian University)

Link to Dr. Kenneth Pybus’s Christian Chronicle guest editorial in defense of Abilene Christian University’s policies and practices in regard to same-sex relationships

SEGMENT THREE: A critique of Abilene Christian University’s policies and practices regarding same-sex relationships (Paul Anthony, Wildcats for Inclusion)

Link to Paul Anthony’s Christian Chronicle guest editorial that calls for a change to Abilene Christian University’s policies and practices regarding same-sex relationships

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Abilene Christian University, ACU, Holy Sexuality, Holy Sexuality Week, chapel, chapel program, sexuality, LGBTQ+, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, Christopher Yuan, same sex attraction, same sex relationships, biblical marriage, biblical sexuality, biblical interpretation, traditional marriage, traditional sexuality, Sexual Stewardship Policy, Christian education, Christian college, Christian university, student life, student conduct, HR, academic freedom, student safety, employment policy, employment, Phil Schubert, Bobby Ross Jr., welcoming not affirming, welcoming and affirming, Dr. Kenneth Pybus, Wildcats for Inclusion, Paul Anthony, BT Irwin

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Chapters

1. Episode 53: Should LGBTQ+ faculty and students (and those who affirm them) have a place and a voice at Abilene Christian University? (00:00:00)

2. Debate Over ACU's Sexual Stewardship Policy (00:02:11)

3. Christian University Addressing Same-Sex Relationships (00:16:47)

4. Campus Environment and LGBTQ+ Inclusion (00:33:44)

5. ACU's LGBTQ+ Handling Concerns (00:48:01)

6. Impact of University's Sexual Stewardship Policy (00:56:46)

7. Navigating LGBTQ+ Issues in Christian Universities (01:05:42)

8. Supporting the Christian Chronicle Podcast (01:15:03)