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Gay activist group begins ‘repent campaign’ targeting Christians

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Nov. 29, 2012 – A group known as Soulforce is launching it’s “Repent Campaign” in December and drawing volunteers by giving away an iPad Mini.

“We are continuing the Repent Campaign this December by asking you, our members, to participate in dialogue with Fundamentalist thought leaders,” Soulforce announced on its website. “First, we need you to vote on the Fundamentalists you think most deserve our attention right now in this political moment.”

Soulforce said it has a range of people to vote on, “from anti-choice activists to those supporting racist interventions in the politics of other countries. We have worked with, challenged, and shown up for dialogue with many on the list.”

Soulforce is seeking stories and will reward 12 winners with Soulforce resources.

“As they take stock of this year, we want them to remember the voices of LGBTQ people in all our complex identities and visions of justice,” the website said.

Soulforce is also looking for contributions.

“We need you to donate this holiday season. End of year giving is a tradition for many, and we hope that you will consider how we use the power of personal story, the bravery of Soulforce and our allies to address Fundamentalists, and the need for continuing education and outreach,” the site said.

Soulforce was started by Mel White and Gary Nixon. White has served as a pastor, seminary professor, and ghost writers “to the most famous and powerful leaders within the religious right,” including Billy Graham, Jerry Falwell, D. James Kennedy, Ollie North, and Pat Robertson. [He remains good friends with Philip Yancy, who some might consider a “fundamentalist.”]. Nixon, White’s partner, was a property manager for the Weyerhaeuser Corp., in charge of corporate properties across Southern California.

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