Bulletproof Faith: A Spiritual Survival Guide forGay and Lesbian Christians - Couverture souple

Chellew-Hodge, Candace

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0470279281 ISBN 13 : 9780470279281

Editeur : Jossey-Bass, 2008

Synopsis

Bulletproof Faith This thoughtful, practical guide shows readers a way through the minefield of condemnation and persecution faced by gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Christians and helps foster a faith that is bulletproof-impervious to attacks, yet loving and savvy in its approach. Full description

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture :

This thoughtful, practical guide shows readers a way through the minefield of condemnation and persecution faced by gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Christians and helps foster a faith that is bulletproof impervious to attacks, yet loving and savvy in its approach. Bulletproof Faith is filled with useful insights and proven spiritual practices that deflect attacks and enhance and strengthen faith by turning attacks into opportunities for spiritual growth.

Praise for Bulletproof Faith

"Gay and lesbian Christians are constantly demoralized and told they are not children of God. In Bulletproof Faith, Chellew–Hodge reassures gays and lesbians that God loves them just as they were created and teaches them how to stand strong, with compassion and gentleness, against those who condemn them."
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu

"It is an amazing truth that gay and lesbian Christians need to develop a bulletproof faith in order to survive the attack of other Christians. That, however, is the experience of many homosexual persons. Candace Chellew–Hodge has in this book committed herself to the task of making that survival a reality. I salute her and her work."
John Shelby Spong, author, Jesus for the Non–Religious

"We know the Religious Right is wrong about same–sex relationships and it′s time to move on. But how to withstand their relentless attacks and find lasting peace of soul? Candace Chellew–Hodge offers a practical guide. It met me right where I am. It will touch and help heal many others, too."
Daniel A. Helminiak, professor of psychology, University of West Georgia, and author, What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality

Revue de presse :

Chellew–Hodge, a former journalist, is a UCC pastor who runs the online magazine Whosoever.org. Her experiences as a gay Christian searching for how to live with integrity while contending with sometimes hateful opposition inform this book. The spiritual survival tips that conclude each chapter serve not only as summaries but also as direct points of advice for GLBT persons coping with inevitable conflict. She also includes brief meditation exercises. Chellew–Hodge offers a realistic voice of experience filled with compassion and love not just for her intended audience but also for their attackers. Although some may find her impulse to forgive premature, Chellew–Hodge does not naïvely excuse much less accept the abusive language and behavior of antigay Christians. This is not a book explaining relevant Bible passages and their interpretations, though Chellew–Hodge advocates biblical literacy beyond literalism. Instead, it is a confident, sensible approach to handling the opposition and self–doubt that can undermine a GLBT person′s sense of worth and belonging as a Christian. (Oct.) ( Publishers Weekly, August 11, 2008)

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Jossey-Bass
• Date d'édition: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0470279281
• ISBN 13: 9780470279281
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 192