Embrace
Embrace
Human Sexuality Discipleship
Embrace is a suite of human sexuality discipleship resources and learning experiences which are in harmony with the adopted position of the Evangelical Covenant Church, the center of which is “Faithfulness in heterosexual marriage, celibacy in singleness-these constitute the Christian standard.” A special emphasis of Embrace is equipping our church to flourish in love for LGBTQ+/SSA/sexual and gender minority* individuals and communities.
*A note on language: We recognize that in conversations about human sexuality, various constituencies use words and definitions in different ways. Meaning matters, and the careless use of language can hinder true communication. With Embrace, we make an effort to curate and create resources that utilize a full range of human sexuality vocabulary interchangeably in order to make space for everyone.
Start Here
To help you know where to begin to engage in human sexuality and gender identity discipleship conversations, we suggest these featured resources created by the Covenant and ministry partners that highlight both theology and posture. Within the Embrace suite of resources, you can access generational resources (Kids and Families and Youth), Pastoral Resources, and more to help equip the Covenant to flourish in faithful sexuality and love with individuals who identify as LGBTQ+/SSA/sexual and gender minorities.
Ministry Partners
Embrace has five key ministry partners creating discipleship experiences and resources to equip the Church to flourish in love for people who identify LGBTQ+. Each of these partners has been featured on Embrace webinars. Here are ways you can engage with these organizations.
Webinars
This section promotes healthy dialogue and continued learning around a variety of topics related to our faith, gender, and sexuality. Each webinar is hosted by a member of the Evangelical Covenant Church, and each guest is in harmony with the adopted position of the Covenant.
