Recently we received word from Affirmation United Kingdom about one of our people named David. David told his family he was gay at the age of 15. His father, a local church leader, made him an outcast in his own family. David's family would walk the other way if they met on the street. He was told never to try to contact the family.

David was rushed several times to the hospital for emergency treatment after having mutilated his body with knives and razor blades. Within the last month, David committed suicide. In sobs, Affirmation was thanked by a friend of David's for the help and support provided. But David is dead. David was but another victim of the injustices of the church and its attitude towards Gay and Lesbian people.

We of Affirmation San Jose/South Bay hope the church one day understands. Until then, we fight their ignorance and try to heal and help our own. ...

Richard E. Postlewaite
President
Affirmation, San Jose