Additional Material available at http://thecongregationmovie.com/
09 Dec 2004
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Susan and Alan Raymond have provided additional material developed during production of "The Congregation" on their website.
- Learn what Beth's mother has to say about her daughter's sexual orientation and the United Methodist Church
- See Beth's comments before her 'coming out' sermon
- View a video excerpt from Beth's 'coming out' sermon
- Read what Bishop Peter Weaver (president of the Council of Bishops) had to say about Beth's decision to 'come out'
- Find out more about the history of this remarkable congregation.
- What did the documentary film-makers get themselves into? Read their thoughts.
"The Congregation" was a 2-hour documentary which aired on PBS in December 2004. Academy-Award winning documentarians, Susan and Alan Raymond, spent more than 2 years filming the life of the First United Methodist Church of Germantown, where Beth serves as associate pastor. "The Congregation" is available in VHS and DVD. Check the Video Verite on-line store to purchase your own copy! |
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Other resources for your edification!
30 Nov 2004
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Some people have asked us about how we interpret the Bible and others about how to find supportive churches in their area. We hope you'll find the following links useful: |
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Why do LGBT United Methodists stay in the church?
30 Nov 2004
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 Read about Beth's mom and her doctoral research. Just released to the public! |
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In Her Own Words
21 Nov 2004
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Links to Beth's sermons about the Trial
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