Jesus is an example. We have other examples, including many of our ancestors as role models who understood the inner meaning of our orientation.

Five days a week I drive from our home to the Episcopal Cathedral Center of Los Angeles where I have an office, my computer, and a wonderful sense of community - especially nurtured by the presence of several younger gay men and women who are good friends.

Speaking for myself, my very integrity as a human being needs to include my freedom to explore who I am both spiritually and sexually. Not just to explore - but to practice.

I have osteoarthritis, which especially affects my knees.

I believe that God prays in us and through us, whether we are praying or not (and whether we believe in God or not). So, any prayer on my part is a conscious response to what God is already doing in my life.

Seriously, however, I learn a lot about my physical life in the aging and changing of my body.

I have glaucoma, so use eye drops both morning and night.