What can I expect from an Exodus Church Association Member Church?
ECA Churches are committed to display the grace and truth of Christ to those impacted by homosexuality. ECA Churches are in agreement with Exodus Doctrinal and Policy Statements that promote a redemptive view on the issue of homosexuality. They are caring communities sharing a common cause.
- Exodus does not endorse or promote specific ministries of Association Churches that are not part of the Exodus Member Ministry Network.
Will they have a support group, ministry, or counselor that ministers specifically to those dealing with unwanted same-sex attractions?
Association Churches are not required to have a ministry or counselor that ministers specifically to the issue of same-sex attractions. The primary purpose of member churches is to provide loving communities committed to walk with the same-sex struggler in their process of healing and help those we refer grow in their relationship with Christ by providing foundational discipleship. Many have found freedom from homosexuality by becoming part of life-giving churches committed to raising up mature disciples in Christ.
What can I expect from the church contact person?
The church contact person is responsible for providing you with the necessary information to become integrated within the church community. They will provide you with information on service times, directions, available ministries, counseling, service opportunities, available small groups, and fellowship events. The church contact person is committed to provide initial ministry and prayer but does not necessarily provide ongoing counseling. He or she will assist in providing any available information regarding ministry specific to same-sex attractions.
What if the ECA Church that I’m referred to does not have ministry specific to my struggle with same-sex attraction?
We can provide you with contact information for the nearest Exodus Member Ministry or Professional Counselor. In the event that neither of these options are within your area, we can provide you with online support resources and/or phone counseling opportunities. Exodus believes in the complimentary partnership of a church, member ministry, and/or counselor in the healing process. Remember, you are responsible for your freedom and no one else. Be committed to implement all available resources at your disposal rather than rely on just one.