Links & Resources

Essential Books:

These links will give you direct links to either download the books or order them from reputable online booksellers.
I believe they should be in EVERY gay Christian's library!  

What the Bible Says - and Doesn't Say - about Homosexuality

By Mel White

A Biblical Response to the Question People Often Ask, “How can you consider yourself a Christian when you are also gay?” Courtesy of Soulforce.

DOWNLOAD THIS FREE BOOKLET NOW!

What the Bible Really Says about Homosexuality

By Daniel A. Helmeniak

This book breaks down the myths that we've been spoon fed for generations.

The Children are Free

By Rev. Jeff Miner and John Tyler Connoley

This book reexamines the Biblical evidence on same-sex relationships and offers some compelling truths. Just what did Jesus really say about gays?  Find out here!

Stranger at the Gate

By Mel White

Mel's book about his own life and coming to terms with his sexuality and faith has been very influential on my life.  Any gay or struggling Christian can relate to his story.

Anything but Straight: Unmasking the Scandals and Lies behind the Ex-Gay Myth

By Wayne R. Bresen

Gay rights activist Wayne Besen examines the phenomenon of the "ex-gay" ministries and reparative therapies, interviewing leaders, attending conferences, and visiting ministries undercover. The resulting exposé provides insight into the controversial movement while providing valuable insight into a plethora of myths and stereotypes about gay life.

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How I Learned How to Snap

By Kirk Read

Kirk writes for the REST of us a tale of coming up and out in a small town.  It's funny, poignant and surprisingly relevant.

Looking for Brothers

By Michael Rowe

This volume compiles stories from real people and real life that Michael wrote for various periodicals. Very few collections have such a wide and varied cross-reference of what gay life is really like. Highly recommended!

Essential Websites:


www.gaychurch.org
Find a GLBT-affirming fellowship here!


www.Soulforce.org
Soulforce is an interfaith movement committed to ending spiritual violence perpetuated by religious policies and teachings against gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) people.


www.gaychristian.net
The Gay Christian Network


www.hrc.org
The Human Rights Campaign


www.365gay.com
News and information for the GLBT community


www.epistle.us
A Web Magazine for Christian Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender People

Special Interest Websites

These websites are by dear friends of mine, and offer some powerful and insightful writing.  Check them out!

www.michaelrowe.com
Michael is a friend and colleague... his writing is as sharp as it is brilliant. Look for his new book, Other Men's Sons!


www.mrblinehighway.com
"Commentaries of a 21st Century Heretic"  Mark Braun writes from the heart and addresses many of today's issues from a unique point of view.

© 2005 David W. Shelton


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