Description
Session 1 | Setting the Vision
Introductions | About Posture Shift | About Empowered Path Counseling | Objectives and Hopes | What to Expect | A Christlike Vision | Theological Clarity | Missiological Considerations
Session 2 | Key Definitions & Honoring Language
Gender Identity Defined | Biblical Assurances | Common Gender Identity Terms | Gender Dysphoria Defined | Cruel Language| Name & Pronoun Usage | Latest Studies | Keeping Kids Alive
Session 3 | Growing Up Trans or Non-Binary
Profile of Common Growing Up Experiences | Consequences of Mistreatment and Rejection | Key Statistics on Suicidality | Cumulative or Historic Trauma | Value of Safe Churches and Safe Homes | Close-Up Look at Suffering Associated with Dysphoria | Prevalence of Identification Among Youth | Remembering Youth Who Died
Session 4 | Implementing Best-Practice Care
Importance of Best-Practice Care | Responding Well When Youth Come Out | Ten Reminders When Youth Come Out | Ten Trans Relational Tips | Nourishing Faith Identity in Christ | Engaging Deconstruction of Faith | Reducing “Lateral Distractions”
Session 5 | Fostering a Sense of Belonging & Inclusion
Vision for Inclusion | Necessity of Belonging | Bathroom Accessibility | Small Group Alternatives | Developing an Overnight Accommodations Plan (5-8 “Yes” Options) | Handling Parent Consent
Session 6 | Ensuring Smooth Implementation
Leadership Training for Smooth Implementation | Reducing the Risk of Backlash | Responding Thoughtfully When Backlash Occurs