FREE: Book 'Homosexuality in the Orthodox Church' published January 2011, Signed Editor's Proof Copy

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The conversation concerning the full inclusion of gays and lesbians in the Orthodox Church has not started in the same way it has in the Roman, Anglican, and Protestant churches. While many localized Orthodox jurisdictions teach that practicing homosexuality is a sin, this teaching has not been ecumenically affirmed within the Orthodox Church. In some places, partnered homosexuals are excommunicated, in others the local Orthodox priests have maintained a pretty effective "don’t-ask-don’t-tell" policy with regard to such communicants– or sometimes are even affirming of faithful, monogamous, gay couples.

Homosexuality in the Orthodox Church is a glimpse into the life, witness, history, and struggle of Eastern Orthodox Christians who happen to be homosexual. Throughout this book you will find:

* First hand accounts by Orthodox Christians and family
* An essay by a Ukrainian Orthodox bishop
* A brief history of Axios, a ministry to LGBT Eastern Orthodox Christians
* A study of the Scriptures often studied and cited in reference to homosexuality
* Resources on homosexuality in the Orthodox Church

Publication Date: January 29, 2011
Binding Type: US Trade Paper
Trim Size: 5 1/4 x 8 inches
ISBN/EAN13: 1456416871 / 9781456416874
Related Categories: Religion / Christian Life / Social Issues