Homebrewed Christianity Myron Penner: Sex, God, & Gender
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Dec 29, 2022 A philosopher’s research on sex, gender, and anthropology opens a lively conversation about biological diversity, evolution, faith, and how churches respond to LGBTQ+ people. The discussion also turns personal, touching on youth ministry, caring for former students, and what it means to make faith communities welcoming.
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Sex Transition in Nature
- Sex transition is common in nature, challenging fixed views of biological sex.
- Environmental factors can trigger sex changes in various species.
Turtle Sex Determination
- Myron Penner discusses research on turtles where incubation temperature determines sex.
- The same egg can hatch male or female depending solely on temperature.
Grandfather with a Womb
- A 70-year-old grandfather was discovered to have a womb, highlighting biological diversity.
- This case emphasizes the range of sex expression beyond typical categories.