Coming out while staying in
Book Description
For gay, lesbian, and bisexual Christians navigating the complex intersection of faith and identity, this thoughtful exploration offers both understanding and hope. Leanne McCall Tigert addresses the painful reality of homophobia within contemporary church communities while creating space for authentic spiritual dialogue.
Drawing from personal experiences and the stories of others who have wrestled with denominational teachings on sexuality, Tigert illuminates the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals seeking to maintain their faith connections. Rather than demanding readers choose between their spiritual beliefs and their authentic selves, she presents a path toward integration and wholeness.
The book examines how mainstream religious institutions approach questions of sexual identity and membership, offering insights that extend beyond the LGBTQ+ community to benefit all believers grappling with acceptance and belonging. Through honest storytelling and careful analysis, Tigert demonstrates how churches can become spaces of healing rather than sources of additional pain.
Designed for both personal reflection and group engagement, the book includes study questions that encourage deeper contemplation and meaningful conversation. This resource serves anyone seeking to understand how faith communities can embrace diversity while maintaining their spiritual foundations.
Tigert's work represents a bridge between traditional religious teachings and the lived experiences of sexual minorities, offering a framework for transformation that honors both faith and identity. Her approach emphasizes liberation and healing for all members of religious communities.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Christianity
📄 Length: 178 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Membership requirements
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Homosexuality
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Membership
- ✓ Explore Church work with gays
- ✓ Explore Christianity and homosexuality
- ✓ Explore Homosexuality
- ✓ Explore Homosexuality, religious aspects, christianity
