It Gets Better - Turtle Creek Chorale

[@MrJunette]

Tears came to my eyes, and I couldn't help crying, thank God, we are not alone, and like you millions of teenagers and young people can belileve things will really get better...Dona nobis pacem - give us peace, good Lord...

[@hotguyindallas1]

Thank you so much for trying to make a difference in this world. I wish there were people like you in my life when I was a kid. I didn't choose to be gay, who would choose to be terrified to love? I was told that God was perfect, and therefore he could not make something he did not desire. Being gay is not all parades and feather outfits; it is really hard. Thank you again: It does get better.

[@ldefaria1]

Beautiful - and so gratifying to see a community of worship uphold TRUE "christian" values of acceptance, tolerance and compassion.

[@notgivinguponliving]

This was superb to be a part of Jonathan's production as a first season TCC member. I stumbled into the audition, but am glad I auditioned. Jonathan's passion for music and conveying love to others is phenomenal...it carries over to the members and now to you. There is hope for whomever is discouraged and I IMPLORE you we are standing with you and may peace find it's home in your heart. It is going to be brighter, just around the corner. WE ARE STANDING WITH YOU!!! Basses rule:)

[@nothingpetty]

This is a wonderful video, the choice of music and the chorale is exceptional. I also loved the testimony, particularly of the 70 year old. We grew up about the same time and we Remember when we had so few voices of support in our lives. We have lived to see that it Does Get Better!

[@richardrogers6328]

I can remember how happy and optimistic I was as a kid - before life stole my innocence. took many years before I finally accepted who, what, and how the man I was meant to become was not defined by words, actions, or beliefs of anyone else. and that God didn't hate me. two things I have learned on my journey (so far) - it's not always about the family one is born into but rather the family we choose to make for ourselves. finally, that God doesn't hate WHO we love but HOW we love. peace.

[@mikeyirish1967]

I've been a fan of TCC since "From the Heart" and once again, they've shown what a vibrant, concerned and talented group they truly are. Thanks for this video -- it brought tears to my eyes.

[@KathyGMedema]

It is so wonderful that my hometown area is finally speaking out.

[@Pogue76]

Very touching and I also really love the music of J.S. Bach.

[@DavidKerley]

I've always love the music of the Turtle Creek Corale and applaud it and the other musicians who joined in this performance.

[@SingingGeek05]

I sang the "Dona Nobis Pacem" with my school choir. Hearing it in this context makes me even prouder to have sung it. Keep up the amazing work by proving IT GETS BETTER!!

[@BShanishkra]

I always find hope in videos like this and the writing in the beginning saved me.

[@gjhjmk]

I am saddened from the deaths of these young ones. Their lives have been snuffed out only to have their smoke raise. We, as a community must continue the travel of their smoke up!!!!

[@aglonic]

Wonderful... It gets better. Thanks from France !

[@danpisano2743]

It really does get better -- we're all standing tall because of so much!

[@clearrichard]

You guys are awesome! I miss you guys! Rich Dweck

[@zero22884]

Such a poignant message. Well told. Thanks.

[@MaureenOConnorSaringer]

Bravo.

[@jsclms]

Beautiful

[@AnitaLife27]

This is very moving and I hope it reaches those who need to hear. Thank you!

[@YouSPI]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@wsinclair1]

Bach's DONA NOBIS PACEM (Grant Us Peace) from his Mass in B Minor.

[@trinityplayer12]

AWESOME!!!!

[@Mordred1111]

2 thumbs up guys!

[@richardrogers6328]

forgot to add that I found (and wear often) a t-shirt with the inscription "I Was Born Gay. Were You Born Hateful?". get many thumbs up from people reading the tee which tells me IT DOES GET BETTER!!!

[@imcrazio]

Love...

[@yourfuneraldirector6432]

I Lo e you ALL!

[@Bill93940]

As a 64 yr. old gay man, I can attest that it DOES get better!

[@remow49]

It's Sure on this Shining Night.

[@crazyk17ily]

is the song shining star playing in the background?! i love that song

[@CruiseJennifer]

too bad there is not a LOVE button.

[@shadowdog20]

Bullying for ANY reason is unacceptable. As far as "church" members being homophobic, I grew up going to church several times a week and as a 53 yr old woman, my faith in God is strong. I have never been homophobic and have had many friends throughout the years who were gay. God created all of us and loves us all. If He can love us with all our imperfections, why can't we just love one another. Sometimes you can agree to disagree but PLEASE don't blame religion for homophobia.

[@nothingpetty]

@hotguyindallas1 I grew up in the fifties. It does get better, just look around.

[@LAMexStud]

if anyone is struggling with the sins of religion fanaticism, bigotry, ignorance, homophobia, etc., PLEASE turn to EDUCATION for help, you will feel much better with yourself when you realize that perhaps the bible is not so perfect. The Truth Will Set You Free

[@FuzzyElf]

@nepistepa Let's not put all the blame in one place, please. We are sometimes troubled by problems of self-hatred and fear amongst our own people. Much love and support are shown by straight people to their GLBTQLMNOP* loved ones. They defend us. They donate time and money. They march with us, even as strangers, because they know what's right, and how a person should be treated. So please, let's also not try to score anti-hetero points? *I just mean to include everyone who wants in! ;-)

[@brha2367]

The truth is that homosexuality and gay marriage are wrong. God is the authority. Such has been previously acknowledged, by law, that we are a nation which “Trusts In God”. A just, righteous, and loving God cannot and will not let “wrong (homosexuality)” go on forever, especially when a nation condones wrong. People make their own choices, but also know that God is not mocked. Please read it for yourself, and follow what is truly right, and don’t be deceived into believing what is wrong…Romans 1:26-27; 1 COR 6:9-11; Leviticus 18:22.

[@faithfulwaffles]

Doesn't God say not to judge people?

[@barbarawilliams7274]

Maybe you should let that be between people and God instead of inserting yourself into other people's lives who don't really give a crap what you think of them.

[@brha2367]

+Faith Miller Yes, so how is it judging others, when I am telling the truth? There is still right and wrong. lbgt is wrong. Please tell me.

[@brha2367]

+Barbara Williams Well, I do care that integrity is maintained. Maybe having character means nothing to you, but following God and doing right as God tells us is about character. Standing up against wrong, and telling others about what is right is what Christians are to do. Christ, while on earth, did that, and now it is up to me to follow Him. You can't ignore the truth that God tells us. But, nevertheless, there are cowards in this country who don't want to "get it" and will never "get it". It's so easy to just follow the lies that come from others "who don't give a crap". PS enjoy your hate filled life.

[@dhand59]

+br ha For some reason known only to God, and perhaps also yourself, you have been compelled to watch this video. I pray God will one day open your eyes, your mind, and eventually your heart to that which is genuinely true, and move you to reject judgmental, hateful, and dehumanizing teachings wholly misinterpreted by a modern-day power structure promoting its own self-serving agenda. We are beloved children of God, just like you, and we have our personal relationships with him. You've not been gifted to see into those relationships and you cannot know what is in our hearts. You are free to pretend to judge us, but know this: we are unmoved by your words.

[@FuzzyElf]

@nepistepa Are you okay? Put differently, have you any idea what is wrong with yourself? What I SAID was that not every straight person is hateful toward us. Next time, try reading for comprehension, if you can. Saying, "The problem has been caused by heterosexuals in the first place..." is attacking an entire group for something when the truth is that not every person in that group is the same.

[@Benkarcsii]

ez de szar

[@mindsaglowin]

AIDS gets better?

[@peannut1981]

WOW, How awsome!