Tuesday night. What did you do? I probably should have been doing the same. However, I found myself sitting in the round with unfamiliar people and an uncomfortable topic. I went early to check it out. After an hour of waiting for the show to begin, I wasn't sure how I ended up there in the first place. But, the bracelet they gave me at the door whispered that I should stay.The lights came up. It was time for "The Great Porn Debate." You probably weren't quite ready for that! I'll pause for a minute and let you catch your breath.
How could I miss this match-up? Ron "Porn King" Jeremy vs. Craig "Porn Pastor" Gross. I mean already you wish you were there right? A king versus a pastor... some of you have been waiting your entire life for this. You may even pay much more than $10 to see a pastor squirm around the difficult issue of pornography. Right?
Today, I want to introduce you to the debaters involved. I want you to feel free to research and discover all that you can about Ron Jeremy and Craig Gross. Get to know them. Let them become friends in some ways. Tomorrow, I will share my thoughts on the incredible night. We'll have the weekend to discuss this heavy, controversial issue. Sound good?
Craig Gross. As a young pastor in Southern California, Craig Gross began to notice a recurring theme among those he cared for - a struggle with pornography. Boldly and courageously, he decided to address the root of the problem, so he went to the porn industry to ask some questions.This passion led him to start XXXchurch. com, a website devoted to telling the truth about porn. XXXchurch.com is the largest anti-porn website on the Internet. With over 70 million visitors in the first 4 years and an average now of 1 million visitors a month, XXXchurch is exposing the truth about porn. Craig Gross has also provided a way out of the porn industry for those that feel trapped and want to escape.
Craig Gross has written 4 books and is a sought after speaker across the country. He lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan with his wife Jeanette and their two kids.
Ron Jeremy. He is the world's best known adult film star, appearing in over 1800 films and directing more than 100 more. He is equally well known for his appearances in mainstream media, including VH-1's The Surreal Life. Sometimes called the "clown prince" of Porn, Ron is actually quite informed and articulate on the subject and his industry's practices to keep it safe and responsible.Born in New York, Ron taught High School special education before getting into adult films, and has a master's degree from Queens College. Ron's adult films and mainstream work have earned him an incredibly loyal legion of fans worldwide, and enabled him to reach a level of celebrity unsurpassed in the history of pornography.
There you have it. You are officially in the round with me now. What will follow? Come back tomorrow. Please let me know today if you're willing to come with me. I'll cover the $10 entry fee for ya!
10 comments:
Very interesting. Can't wait to read more tomorrow. I will check out the pastor's website. I'm sure that the stats show that there are major connections between viewing porn and other crimes, especially crimes against women and children. I personally think that all porn is disgusting and am saddened that mainstream media has accepted it. On "Friends" they talked about porn all of the time like it was the most natural and acceptable thing in the world for people to watch it. The media is so irresponsible.
Why didn't you tell me about the Great Porn Debate. Ron Jeremy's my hero, man.
Amy, we will surely get into some of this tomorrow. I've got a ticket for you. Thanks for coming!
Scotty, where you been?
I know Jeremy's your guy. A big dude who gets the pretty ladies... right?
I've got a new nickname for ya. I think "The Hedgehog" is appropriate!
I'll come along, late as I may be! This should be interesting as it is an area in which I've struggled over the years. Not to only chalk it up to being a "guy" and all. But, I do think there is a specific "target" placed on men, and specifically men who are in creative, leadership roles within church community. As always, I appreciate your willingness to dive into the tough stuff, and maybe in this we can all help each other out.
Russ, I've already got a spot for you!
Come on in. Together we can help one another fight this thing. Let's see what they say!
Boy, did you ever strike a nerve... I started a comment and, four paragraphs later, realized I was about to commit a major blogging faux pas.
So let me try this instead:
Hey, thanks for posting about this. As a woman who's struggled with this most of her life, I have some pretty strong opinions about it too... but rather than commandeer your comment section, I'll be posting my own entry soon. Love you!
Nygren, hello again!
First, there's not such thing as a blogging faux pas on this blog. Your rants are not only ok, they are welcomed!
Thanks for the encouragement. I can't wait to read your blog! Let us know when it's time to hear from a woman perspective!
Much love to you & the fam.
Well I guess I'll join this discussion and add another woman's perspective into the mix. It is really important to realize that woman struggle with pornography to.
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