Director of Public Policy Mark Spencer talks with Rev. Geoff Lin. Geoff is, amongst other roles, the SA/NT Regional Director for the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (AFES) and chairs the steering committee for Living Hope SA—a ministry that supports individuals, families and churches in regards to sexuality and LGBT+ issues.*

After getting feedback on the impact of Christian schools on students in South Australian universities, Mark and Geoff talk about the work of Living Hope SA in the lives of those struggling with same-sex attraction.  Geoff unpacks some of the theology and pastoral concern around LGBT+ issues, and provides some real life examples of the care that can be provided.  They also briefly touch on the potential impact of “conversion practices” ban legislation on these sort of ministries.

During the discussion a book by the celibate same sex attracted Anglican minister, Ed Shaw is mentioned. The Plausibility Problem: The Church and Same-Sex Attraction (2015) ISBN: 9781783592067 is available from Koorong or a number of other booksellers. The Living Hope SA resources page also lists other recommended books for those seeking further reading.

*Please note: Geoff was interviewed in a personal capacity for this podcast and not as a spokesperson for either of these bodies.  The views expressed are his own.