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by Linda Harvey
\nMission America<\/p>\n

Recently, a shooting at a “gay” youth center in Tel Aviv tragically left two young people dead and many others wounded. Mission America issued a statement condemning the shootings and also pointing out how harmful in general these centers are, as they enable kids to enter the homosexual lifestyle. Sadly, there are at least two young people who won’t have a chance to hear more about this hopeful option. It is our sincere hope the murderer is found and brought to full justice. Meanwhile, we really need to talk about these centers and what goes on….<\/p>\n

This violent incident happened in Israel, but these “GLBT” youth centers exist throughout the U.S. as well, usually open to kids between the ages of 13 and 21. That’s right– middle schoolers mixing with college students, all drawn to homosexuality. And we have yet to learn of any center that requires parental permission. Yep–“confidential and safe” is how they bill themselves. Safe from warnings about the behavior. “Confidential” so parents can’t play a role in one of the most important decisions their children will ever make …<\/p>\n

READ our expose article on “gay” youth centers from several years ago…You will not believe what goes on: go HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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