Coming out in Christianity

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For many Christians, "homosexuality" is an issue. It is oftenconsidered a matter of "us" versus "them, " or worse, for gay menand women, a question of their behavior, not something intrinsic to their identity.Coming Out in Christianity examines this conflict from the point of view of a groupof lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Christians. It focuses on current andformer members of two Metropolitan Community Churches in California that servepredominantly LGBT Christians. Based on original research, including more than 70in-depth interviews, the book explores life histories, current beliefs, culturalsettings, and community influences to learn what helped each forge an identity asboth gay and Christian. These powerful case studies will help to deepen ourunderstanding of both religion and personal identity.