https://exhibits.gcah.org/files/original/37c41e71824ea69fe308f6e1c32090cc.pdf 3042eded644b2ac06b0f16c87b3b38df Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Homosexuality Resource Packet Letter Subject The topic of the resource LGBTQ+ Resources Board of Discipleship The United Methodist Church Description An account of the resource This is a cover letter accompanying a resource packet intended to support families with gay members and church leaders planning ministries for such families. Created by the Board of Discipleship of The United Methodist Church (UMC), the letter contextualizes the packet within the church’s mission to provide care, guidance, and support to LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. The letter explicitly identifies two primary audiences: families with LGBTQ+ members, particularly parents, and pastors or church leaders. Its dual focus reflects the UMC's recognition of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and their families within both the broader society and the church community. The letter offers a snapshot of the UMC’s engagement with LGBTQ+ issues in the late 1970s. It highlights an institutional effort to navigate a contentious topic with compassion and an intent to provide constructive resources. The acknowledgment of controversy and the call for dialogue and education signal the church’s attempt to balance theological tradition with evolving social understandings. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Smith, Leon Board of Discipleship, The United Methodist Church Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1979 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This document is made available for research purposes through the General Commission on Archives & History, The United Methodist Church. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Paper Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 2599-5-5:05 Board of Dscipleship Letter LGBTQ+