Cover of No More Goodbyes: Circling the Wagons Around Our Gay Loved Ones

No More Goodbyes: Circling the Wagons Around Our Gay Loved Ones

This book revisits the challenging subject of religious people relating to their gay loved ones who are often condemned by their church and —many believe—by God. The choices are crucial. The stories are tragic and triumphant. This book could not be more timely.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 288 pages

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