As a young Christian, I was led to believe that sex held a magical power that would transform me into a man and heal all of my insecurities—even more so if I remained pure before marriage. Imagine my surprise after my wedding night when I realized, “I feel like the same person.”

Jesus, Don't Let Me Die Before I've Had Sex will be a feature-length documentary examining the teachings of the evangelical church on sex and exploring the undercurrent of idealism that leaves many lay members feeling frustrated and confused. The movie will paint a picture of what is taught explicitly and implicitly by showing how churchgoers implement those teachings⎯through anecdotes of first kisses, chastity rallies, and secret obsessions.

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Here’s a sneak peak at the documentary…

Kickstarter featured us on their blog today 

We all know someone who is or was, “waiting till marriage.” I grew up in the Bible Belt, then went to a Catholic university, so this was more the rule than the exception. It was a nice thing to shoot for — political/patriarchical/historical implications aside — romantically speaking. THE ONE!  One day we would meet The One who was “worth waiting for,” and we’d get married (probably pretty soon after we met them for reasons that in retrospect are quite clear) and live happily ever after, guilt- and baggage-free. But when are sex and relationships ever that simple? Jesus Don’t Let Me Die Before I’ve Had Sex is a feature-length documentary that examines evangelical Christians and the complicated promises they make (or at least strive to make). The title is taken from one of the interviewees and the subject matter seems to be handled with compassion and nuance in a time where most discussions of sex and morality are incredibly polarized and lack both candor and humanity. — Meaghan O. (Kickstarter Staff)

This is our video for the Kickstarter campaign. 

Steve had mixed feelings while attending an Exodus International conference.

Steve had mixed feelings while attending an Exodus International conference.

When Julia was in middle school her dad gave the “sex talk” to her 6th grade class.

When Julia was in middle school her dad gave the “sex talk” to her 6th grade class.

Craig remembers the first time he wrote the words “I’m Gay” in his journal.

Craig remembers the first time he wrote the words “I’m Gay” in his journal.

Pastor Joseph Barkley recalls the suspense he felt, in the midst of his wedding ceremony, anticipating his first time having sex.

Pastor Joseph Barkley recalls the suspense he felt, in the midst of his wedding ceremony, anticipating his first time having sex.

Patrick and Bonnie recount kissing for the first time at their wedding ceremony.

Patrick and Bonnie recount kissing for the first time at their wedding ceremony.

Dave shares his memories of a True Love Waits rally.

Dave shares his memories of a True Love Waits rally.