1. LGBTQ Catholic Ministry: Past and Present
- Author
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Jason Steidl Jack, James Martin, SJ, Jason Steidl Jack, and James Martin, SJ
- Subjects
- Church work with sexual minorities, Church work--Catholic Church
- Abstract
The author has spoken with countless Catholics who are passionate about LGBTQ ministry but feel stymied by a lack of resources. Fr. Martin's book, Building a Bridge, is a helpful conversation starter, but what does community and pastoral care look like in the real world? How do ministers navigate the complexities of church teaching and institutions? Sometimes, the history of these relationships is hard to recount. The church's mistreatment of LGBTQ Catholics is heartbreaking. Nevertheless, this painful history opens up to hope for the future. LGBTQ Catholics and their allies are tenacious. Decades of ministry provide a vision for what is possible in communities committed to justice and mercy. This book will amplify their stories to inspire LGBTQ people and allies today.
- Published
- 2023