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Life, Interrupted

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When

Sunday

April 7
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Where

University of Newcastle NUspace X321
Level 3
Cnr Hunter & Auckland St
Newcastle NSW 2300

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$25
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Life, Interrupted

What happens when all we know about our lives is lost? How do we recover when trust is broken? Steph Lentz concealed her sexuality from her church community for many years. Ben Mckelvey’s active life took a turn when he suffered debilitating health issues in his 20s. And Jeanne Ryckmans discovered the hard truth about a beloved partner when it was almost too late. They speak with Anna Downes about writing what lies beneath the surface, and what it takes to rebuild.

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Steph Lentz

What happens when all we know about our lives is lost? How do we recover when trust is broken? Steph Lentz concealed her sexuality from her church community for many…

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Ben Mckelvey

What happens when all we know about our lives is lost? How do we recover when trust is broken? Steph Lentz concealed her sexuality from her church community for many…

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Jeanne Ryckmans

What happens when all we know about our lives is lost? How do we recover when trust is broken? Steph Lentz concealed her sexuality from her church community for many…

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Anna Downes

What happens when all we know about our lives is lost? How do we recover when trust is broken? Steph Lentz concealed her sexuality from her church community for many…

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