PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Let's talk about sex; that's what a local church is doing and church members invite you to join them.

It's a frank discussion about God, love and sex using a provocative approach in a hip setting. The word is getting out through the U.S. Postal Service. Some folks in parts of Putnam County opened their mailboxes to a giant postcard proclaiming God, love and sex.

“It certainly catches your attention. I guess church is the best place to talk about this,” said Joyce Cook.

“Sex is one of those things people talk about and get all hot and bothered by. But, it’s a gift from God,” said Pastor Aaron Gooden.

Gooden is responsible for the steamy mail. He's the pastor of Connections Church in Hurricane, W.Va., where nothing is typical. Once a Dollar General store, the church's exterior doesn't fit your typical idea of "church." Inside, it's still not your typical worship center.

There’s a café, and the sanctuary is set up like a restaurant. There's even a stage and a rock band. Yes, rock.

“Music is a big part of people's life and if you look at their CDs and iPods, this is the type of music you'll find,” Gooden said.

From music and worship to seating and setup, everything there is geared toward family and today’s busy, casual lifestyle. That includes preaching messages about everyday topics people are wrestling with, including sex.

“Sex is like fire," Gooden said. "God gave us fire to keep our homes warm and to cook our food. But, in the wrong hands, it can be dangerous. Sex is the same way. God wants us to enjoy it with passion in marriage. Outside of that, it's dangerous.”

According to Cook, “I think these young people these days need to talk about this. (He thinks some older people do, too). Some of them do."

This isn't the first time Connections Church has sent out thought-provoking postcards. So, are these mailers working? Gooden said they are.

The church is only three years old, and the mailers are helping to establish its name in the community along with a number of other activities the church is sponsoring.

To learn more about Connections Church, check out their website
at www.ConnectionsChurch.com