The Opinions This Pastor Thought Being Gay Was a Sin. Then His 15-Year-Old Came Out.
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Aug 6, 2025 Bill White, an Evangelical pastor from Long Beach, shares his deeply personal journey of transformation after his 15-year-old son Timothy came out as gay. He reflects on the emotional turmoil of reconciling his faith with newfound acceptance. Bill's candid journal entries illuminate the struggle between love and traditional beliefs. He discusses pivotal moments of realization and the profound bond formed as they navigated faith and identity together. Ultimately, he expresses gratitude for his son, showcasing the power of love to reshape perspectives.
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Devastation on First Mention
- Bill White journaled his initial devastated reaction to Timothy's mention of possibly being gay.
- He felt like his world was ending and admitted to hating homosexuality because it challenged his faith.
Coming Out Conversation at Starbucks
- At 15, Timothy came out as gay to Bill and Katie at Starbucks, leading to a heartfelt 45-minute conversation.
- Bill felt hopeful and trusting that God might be working through Timothy despite fears of judgment.
Faith Becomes Messy and Awesome
- Bill realized losing rigid theological certainty was freeing but emotionally and spiritually painful.
- He recognized love as messy and complex, not simple or neat like prior beliefs.