elevating the conversation with the gay community Marin, Andrew P. creator author. McLaren, Brian D. 1956- writer of foreword. text bibliography ilu 2009 2009 monographic eng

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204 pages ; 21 cm Discusses how Christians and the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community need to build a bridge of communication and understanding that is based on the gospel. When my friends came out -- We don't need your God! -- We are not your project : sexual behavior is gay identity -- Stigma, shame, and politics : the GLBT experience in the broader culture -- Gay versus Christian and gay Christians -- Who are we looking to for validation? : the GLBT quest for good news from God -- Reclaiming the word love : measurable unconditional behaviors -- The Big 5 : principles for a more constructive conversation -- Laying the foundation : commitment, boldness, and the Big 5 -- Building the bridge : asking the right questions -- Crossing a bridge : the world reads Christians, not the bible -- Testimonies from the gay community. Andrew Marin ; foreword by Brian McLaren. Includes bibliographical references (pages 202-204). Homosexuality Religious aspects Christianity Sex role Religious aspects Christianity Love Religious aspects Christianity Christian gays Christian gays Homosexuality Religious aspects Christianity Love Religious aspects Christianity Sex role Religious aspects Christianity BR115.H6 M355 2009 261.8/35766 9780830836260 0830836268 2008054477 DLC 090106 20210922112920.0 ocn262430787 eng