Episode 62: Same-Sex Attraction (Part 3) with A.J. Benjamin
This episode, Jake and Bob sit down with AJ Benjamin, the author of “When the Son Frees You.” They discuss his journey of healing from same-sex attraction that led to his writing the book. AJ discusses his childhood wounds, the pathway of his healing and how it led to a fulfilled life with his wife.
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Show Notes
Key Quote
“The purification of our hearts has to do with paternal or maternal images, stemming from our personal and cultural history, and influencing our relationship with God.” (CCC 2779)
Key Points
AJ’s journey of same-sex attraction.
His insistence on not labelling people as gay or straight because in his mind labels box people in and people are more than their sexual orientation.
A discussion of gender/sexual fluidity
Working through wounds from childhood to find healing
Practical Application
Reflect on your own relationship with your mother and father and how it influenced your view of God and your experience your sexuality.
Look into the work of Desert Stream Ministries and Living Waters small groups.
Reflect on your own relationship with your masculinity or femininity.
Explore one of the resources below.
Resources
When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man’s Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction
Theology of the Body, Pope John Paul II (writings)
Theology of the Body Institute (ministry from Christopher West)
Audio Editing by Forte Catholic
