Colorado-based Focus on the Family, an evangelical Christian group headed by psychologist Dr. James Dobson, is offering a series of high-quality instructional seminars on homosexuality at locations across the country. Attendance has ranged from 500-1100, and locations have included Wheaton, Illinois; Memphis, Tennessee and Seattle, Washington. The program aims especially at educators, counselors, pastors and parents.
According to the group's brochure, "We are truly in a battle for the hearts and souls of kids today. Each year, thousands are faced with the pain of learning about a gay loved one, and feeling there is nowhere to turn for answers...Are you prepared?"
The conferences address questions such as understanding and preventing the condition in today's youth; how to help a friend or loved one who is struggling with the problem; a step-by-step assessment of the arguments of pro-gay Christian theology; and strategies to approach one's school board to request a balanced approach to the subject. A comprehensive instructional booklet is given to all registrants which includes a detailed outline of the day's speeches, along with a comprehensive list of recommended reading materials.
Conferences scheduled:
February 23 -- Charlotte, North Carolina
April 6 -- Phoenix, AZ
June 22 -- Kansas City, MO
Focus on the Family can be contacted at (719) 531-3400.