Citipointe Christian College doubles down on controversial contract
The contract notes the bible ties gender identity to biological sex and does not make a distinction between gender and biological sex.
“Whilst each student is individually valued and equally encouraged to pursue opportunities in both academic and co-curricular activities, I/we agree that, where distinctions are made between male and female (inclusive of, but not limited to, for example, uniforms, presentation, terminology, use of facilities and amenities, participation in sporting events and accommodation) such distinctions will be applied on the basis of the individual’s biological sex,” the contract states.
The document also brands homosexuality “sinful, offensive and destructive”, while also lumping it into the same category as paedophilia and incest.
“We believe that any form of sexual immortality (including but not limited to; adultery, fornication, homosexual acts, bisexual act, incest, paedophilia and pornography) is sinful and offensive to God and is destructive to human relationships and society,” the school document states.
"We are seeking to maintain our Christian ethos and to give parents and students the right to make an informed choice about whether they can support and embrace our approach to Christian education."
Pastor Mulheran said contrary to what was being reported, students would not be expelled simply for being homosexual or transgender.
"Citipointe does not judge students on their sexuality or gender identity and we would not make a decision about their enrolment in the College simply on that basis," the statement said.
"We believe each individual is created in the image of God, with dignity and worth equal to every other person. We unequivocally love and respect all people regardless of their lifestyle and choices, even if those choices are different to our beliefs and practice."
So we finally have a Christian organisation in Australia that will stand up for Biblical teaching.