I won't post it here, as it's long, but my sermon for Matthew Shepard Day is posted under "Nat's Corner" (not my name or idea!) on the home page of:

http://prideforums.com

I gave it at Trinity Episcopal, Seattle, last Sunday.

Nat

Enjoyed reading your sermon. I especially appreciate that you pointed out that tolerance is not the answer -- in fact, it's a big part of the problem (but that's for another sermon or soapbox).

I was also touched by your very personal words about the sudden death of your partner. I had the same experience a number of years ago. The fact that you can discuss it so directly and publicly so soon after the tragedy(relatively speaking)speaks volumns. Thanks for sharing.