REFUGE DISCIPLESHIP GROUP

This small group is a welcoming Scripture-centered community for all students who experience same-sex attraction or gender discordance; identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, etc., or are seeking to integrate their sexual and/or gender identity with Christian faith under the Lordship of Christ. Our meetings focus on hospitality, engaging Scripture, prayer, lament, and learning together.

This group is sponsored by Student Engagement and supported by Refuge.

Refuge Discipleship Group is facilitated by Eric Larson, Director of Discipleship.

If you have further questions, please email eric.larson.01@wheaton.edu for more information.

  • This group is curated for students seeking to integrate sexual and/or gender identity under the Lordship of Christ.

  • Spiritual formation is at the heart of this group. Our weekly times consist of time in God’s Word, prayer for one another, and learning about sexuality and gender together.

  • We meet weekly for 90 minutes and occasionally for other fun gatherings.

  • Email Eric Larson (eric.larson.01@wheaton.edu), Director of Discipleship, to set up an initial meeting. The group welcomes new members throughout the year.

  • Although both groups are designed to foster community belonging and faith, the aims of the two groups are distinct. Refuge as a community group is primarily designed for community building, peer solidarity, and resource sharing amongst students. The Refuge Discipleship Group has a more specific discipleship focus, which is why it is facilitated by a staff member.

  • We recognize that students navigating these experiences and questions have varying needs regarding privacy and confidentiality. In this setting, we seek to honor students’ unique needs and story.

  • Refuge Discipleship Group is not officially part of the student-led DM small group organization. However, since Eric Larson leads the group directly, the DM website is a great place to spread the word.

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