About Us

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Freedom 2 B(e) is not unlike many of the other denominational groups that have been created to help GLBTQI people. Acceptance, Integrity, Courage, Dignity, Kinship and Affirmation are some that assist people resolve issues of faith and sexual orientation.

Freedom 2 B(e) makes no judgment about your current spiritual state/beliefs or on the issue of your sexuality. We know that resolution of these issues is a journey and one that has taken many years for some of us. We believe Freedom 2 B(e) can be a positive influence on your journey.

If you are Pentecostal or Charismatic you probably have additional issues to resolve. In our circles there is a strong emphasis on an experiential relationship with God, the fundamental truths of the Bible and a belief in the supernatural. What do you do if you are gay or lesbian and prayed over and over again for release from homosexuality? You may have been through deliverances or attended exgay programs but nothing has worked. You are still gay.

Our only agenda is to offer support, information and the opportunity to share with others who relate to your experiences. You need no longer feel alone. This is a safe place where you can make your own choices and even remain anonymous if you choose.

Freedom 2 B(e) offers you:

SUPPORT - through an online community and face to face meetings

INFORMATION - on same sex attraction from a scientific, psychological and biblical perspective

DIALOGUE – intelligent, respectful dialogue with individuals, groups, churches or denominations to promote understanding and acceptance

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Background

Historically Pentecostal and Charismatic churches have maintained the outdated belief that homosexuality is a sin, a choice or the result of a dysfunctional upbringing. This belief has caused untold torment and trauma for many trying to resolve their issues of faith and sexuality.

If you come from a Pentecostal or Charismatic background you probably have sensed the presence of God, seen miracles and healings, enjoyed vibrant worship, spoken in tongues, believed that the bible is the inspired Word of God and had prayers answered.

If you are gay or lesbian, then at some stage you’ve believed that homosexuality is against God’s will and you must change. You’ve prayed and cried out to God to set you free but you nothing’s changed. Why can’t you change your attraction to the same sex? Maybe you are just too weak? Is God ignoring you or is that you don’t have enough faith? You may have left the church, been thrown out or are living a closeted life still struggling with your sexuality.

Because your belief has been the foundation of your life and you can’t change your sexual orientation, you are forced to respond in one of 3 ways.

1. Reject your beliefs – and possibly live with a feeling something is missing in your life.

2. Put your beliefs on hold – it’s all too hard, I don’t want to think about it and live in denial.

3. Redefine your beliefs – develop a new spirituality that celebrates who you are without judgement or condemnation.

Some Pentecostal/Charismatic churches have become inclusive and welcoming of GLBTQI people. Scientific research, psychology and a deeper look at the scriptures has given us a more informed perspective. People are realising their sexual orientation is not a sickness to be healed or a sin to be forgiven. We believe things will increasingly change through an intelligent dialogue that moves people past their preconceived ideas, misconceptions and prejudices.

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