Shoulder to Shoulder: We are more the same than we are different with guests Steph and Lisa

This week on Unpacked we chat with guests Stephanie and Lisa, retired house flippers and a sweet couple. Stephanie and Lisa share their emotional stories of coming out, navigating the challenges of finding forgiveness with their parents and compassion for their families. They share the struggles they faced, the triumphs they celebrated, and the important life lessons they've learned along the way. Stephanie and Lisa shed light on what they wish more people understood about the LGBTQ+ community and foster a deeper understanding of diverse identities. Their insights highlight the importance of creating safe spaces and supportive communities for everyone, irrespective of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Their stories are not without struggle as they share the experience of alienation from a religious community due to their LGBTQ+ identity. We talk complexities of faith, spirituality, and the path towards healing. We explore the question of a safe community and the difference between fitting in and belonging. The producers and co-creators of the Unpacked Podcast present a special series 10-part series Shoulder to Shoulder. Shoulder to Shoulder is co-hosted by  Evan Dewald, Tara Linsley and Kevin Castanherio unpacking the relationship between the church and the LGTBQ+ community with ex-pastors, inclusive churches, thought leaders, and LGBTQ+ members. Episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays.The goal is not to change your mind, but we are here to challenge that we can disagree and still love. We can disagree and include. We can disagree, stand up for the marginalized, and take responsibility for harm. And there is room for all in this space as we come together.Shoulder to Shoulder is brought to you by Kevin Castanheiro and Joel Fortier in partnership with Unpacked Podcast.LINKS-Episode 1 Introduction Series-Episode 2 Joel Hubbard-Episode 3 Joel Fortier-Episode 4 Pastor Judy Howard Peterson-Episode 5 Coming out U-Episode 6 Brian Nietzel -Episode 7 Diane Morton Support the showUnpacked is a podcast exploring life as messy people. It’s conversations with counsellors, leaders, and storytellers discussing the experiences of being human. We talk about the strength that comes from big messy failures and vulnerable moments so we can learn to live more authentically. Subscribe and leave us a review!Instagram:@theunpackedpodFacebook: @theunpackedpodunpackedpod.caSupport the show*music by Bensound