Saturday, August 16, 2008

Row Puts Church On Trial

The Dutch reformed Church in Moreleta Park wanted their gay music teacher to "free himself" from his "sin" - either by changing his ways or living a celibate life without impure thoughts about men.

The 31-year-old Johan Strydom, who now lives in Jeffrey's Bay, said he did not have to repent for being gay, as that was the way God had made him and he was comfortable with his sexuality.

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