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I attended a conference at which the speaker, Gordon MacDonald, talked about the questions we ask during different stages of our lives. These questions are related to our emotional development. If we are not able to answer them to our satisfaction, we will be held...

“One of the main reasons LGBT identification has been increasing over time is that younger generations are more likely to consider themselves to be something other than heterosexual.  This includes about 1 in 6 adult members of Generation Z” (those aged 18-23)”  ...

Secrecy And Shame Men and women with a past that includes secrecy and shame often have a warped sense of boundaries. Feeling shame in one area of life (such as sexuality) often leaks into other areas. Keeping secrets is hard work, and this is made easier by sharing...

When I have the opportunity, I like to lead a Sunday School Class on the topic of Contentment.  I usually start with an opening exercise, asking the class to finish the sentence for themselves, “If I were truly contented, then... The responses come from all over the...

Intro: Former staff member, Karen Wood, has left a lasting legacy with WGA through her writing. While on staff, Karen wrote a series of papers on honesty. She organized these essays into five booklets, each discussing a different way we must be honest in order to grow...

“Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?” Jesus answered him, ‘Love the Lord your God with every passion of your heart, with all the energy of your being, and with every thought that is within you. This is the great and supreme commandment. And the...

When the topic of accountability comes up, lots of questions come as well.  What does accountability mean?  How do I get an accountability partner?  How long do I need one for?  In theory, almost everyone wants an accountability partner.  But, we resist accountability...

WGA groups are designed to help participants express their thoughts and feelings about sexuality and other interpersonal struggles they may have.  The following guidelines help them communicate clearly, directly, and personally.  It has often occurred to me that the...

If anxiety was a familiar feeling before we were told to “Stay Home, Save a Life” in 2020, you may find yourself a bit nervous to leave home.  Even if you and your loved ones have been vaccinated, you may find it difficult to re-enter your community.  Where the...