Forward! Thoughts of a Trans Woman on the Christian Journey
Ebook
While there are many books containing essays on "ordinary" life from a spiritual or religious perspective, there are only a few with a perspective grounded in the trans identity. Moreover, a number of books for or about trans people have to do with the "exceptional" aspects of life of individual trans folks. This book offers the perspective of a trans identified clergy member in gaining greater understanding of ordinary life, seen through the specific lens of her lived experience. Forward! is a series of essays addressing issues that might arise for trans women during their transition journey. In general, the focus is on such aspects of day-to-day living as religion, philosophy, society, church, people, love, alienation, families, aging, and work.
“Being transgender is difficult. Being a transgender person of faith is even more so. Being a transgender Catholic priest sets the bar even higher. In her book, transgender Catholic bishop Lynn Walker shows that being transgender is compatible with Christ’s teachings. ‘Part of the beauty and wonder of the LGBTQ communities,’ she writes, ‘is that we see it as a source of grace and redemption.’ This book affirms that God loves his transgender creation unconditionally.”
—Grace Wilgefortis Ferris, pastor, Saint Wilgefortis TRANSmission
“Bishop Lynn Walker’s description of her experience of being trans calls for empowerment at a time when that is desperately needed in the world. She links her experiences to the gospel in a compelling way that makes you want to read more, learn more, and be more. Her integration of examples from early Christian writers into her own life and those of others who are trans is inspiring and is definitely a move Forward!”
—John F. Newbauer, bishop, Orthodox-Catholic Church of America
- Title: Forward! Thoughts of a Trans Woman on the Christian Journey
- Authors: David Weekley, Lynn Elizabeth Walker
- Publisher: Resource Publications
- Print Publication Date: 2023
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781666762822, 9781666762808, 1666762806, 9781666762815, 1666762814, 1666762822
- Resource ID: LLS:9781666762822
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-07-25T22:09:16Z
Lynn Elizabeth Walker, FRSA, is a bishop in the Orthodox-Catholic Church of America. She lives in New York City and has served parishes in New York and New Jersey.