Subject: Dear Valentine: I Have Same-Sex Attraction. Will You Help and Love Me Unconditionally?

April 4-6
Key to Your Child's Heart Weekend for Mothers


In his book Gay Children Straight Parents: A Plan for Family Healing, Richard Cohen wrote: "Once you successfully create an environment of belonging, it will be the fertile and rich soil in which your child may heal and grow into his true gender identity. It is important to remind ourselves that it is not our responsibility to change anyone. It's hard enough to change ourselves! And who has been successful in changing a spouse over the course of a marriage?" See below or click here to read the rest of the article.

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My Child Just "Came Out"—Now What?
Chad W. Thompson

I can remember the look of pure disgust that came across my uncle's face each time the subject of homosexuality entered a conversation. I remember hearing my cousins tell derogatory jokes about homosexuals at my grandparents' lakeside cabin, and I remember the short story one of the kids at my school wrote about how the world would be a much better place if all the gays were shipped off to a desert island and left for dead.
It was moments like these that informed my decision not to share my homosexual struggle with my parents or friends—at least not for a very long time. Read More...
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March 7
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May 1-3
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To Monterrey, With Love

Over three hundred men and women dared to cross the picket line of gay and lesbian activists who opposed my talk this evening in Monterrey, Mexico. Before the conference begin, Andreina del Villar, our IHF Mexico Acting Director, and I went outside to greet the protestors with donuts! We wanted to show them our love and support. They asked many questions, doubting our sincerity. Looking into their eyes, I could see so much unhappiness and pain. We simply said how much we loved them...click here to read more...

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August TBD
Breakthrough Healing Weekend for Men with Unwanted Same-Sex Attractions

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September 26-28
Key to Your Child's Heart Weekend for Fathers

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Employment Opportunities
International Healing Foundation (IHF) is now accepting applications for two positions. Qualified candidates should submit a resume/curriculum vitae with a cover letter to the office. Please include at least three professional references. All candidates will be considered, regardless of geographic location. Please call the office 301-805-6111 with any questions.

Female Psychotherapist (Part-time)

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