Title: Taking a Chance on God - Liberating Theology for Gays, Lesbians, and Their Lovers, Families, and Friends Author: John J. McNeill Published by: Beacon Press, 1988 ISBN: 0-8070-7902-2 [hardcover, 212 pages]
Father John J. McNeill knows both the joys and fears facing lesbians and gays. For more than twenty years he has ministered to the gay community as priest, psychotherapist, author, and friend. Co-founder of the New York chapter of Dignity, the organization for gay and lesbian Catholics, and author of the best-selling book, The Church and the Homosexual, Father McNeill reflects here on the spiritual and theological dimensions of gay and lesbian liberation.Taking a Chance on God is a comforting and urgently needed book of spiritual guidance showing how Scripture and tradition support both personal and sensual love between people of the same gender. Drawing on his experience as a psycho-therapist, Father McNeill explores the psychological and spiritual supports that help lesbians and gays find liberation from fear, self-hate, and guilt, and he celebrates such gay virtues as hospitality, creativity, and compassion.
At a time when the AIDS epidemic threatens self-esteem, Father McNeill's stand on gay sexuality is particularly timely and important. This book is essential reading for all gays and lesbians who seek to lead joyous, fulfilled lives within their church. Because it shows how a positive gay identity is compatible with Christian faith and gives valuable insights in to gay and lesbian spirituality, it is also indispensable for the families, lovers, and friends of lesbian and gay Christians.
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