Social Justice- Transexual, Transgender, Bisexual, Lesbian, Gay Peoples
Resources to Help Congregations Engage in a Discussion on Same-Sex Marriage
Available from UCRD: 1-800-288-7365, UCRD@united-church.ca
Of Love and Justice, Towards the Civil Recognition of Same-Sex Marriage (2003)
Of Love and Justice was developed by the Justice, Global and Ecumenical Relations Unit (JGER) of The United Church of Canada in response to the resolutions passed by the 37th General Council that called on the church to affirm lesbian and gay partnerships, to work for their civil recognition, and to recognize them in church documentation and services of blessing. And in response to the resolution passed by the 38th General Council that called on the federal government to recognize same-sex marriage in the marriage legislation.
This resource offers four workshops to help a congregation or a group within the congregation to explore civil recognition of same-sex relationships form a faith and justice perspective. In addition, the resource offers a process for congregational decision making on same sex marriage. (cost $13.95)
Together in Faith: Inclusive Resources about Sexual Diversity for Study, Dialogue, Celebration and Action (1995)
Together in Faith is designed to assist congregations who wish to examine what it means to become more inclusive of gays and lesbians, including the possibility of developing and providing services for same-sex couples. (cost $11.95)
Daring to Be United, Including Lesbians and Gays in The United Church of Canada
By Alyson Huntly.
Stories of hope, change, healing and transformation in the decade since 1988.
Can be ordered from UCRD:
Congregations Talking about Homosexuality, by Beth Ann Gaede, editor, An Alban Institute
Publication (1998)
This book offers a deliberate process and provides case studies for reflection and guidance as a congregation seeks to engage in this conversation.
What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality by Daniel A. Helminiak, (New Mexico: Alamo Square Press, 2000)
Helminiak has studied recent scholarship and shares the insights around the issue of homosexuality and the Bible.
From AVEL:
Spirit Connection - Telling the Story of the 38th General Council (video) August 2003
Spirit Connection - First Comes Love, then comes marriage? (video) May 2004
From Faith Formation and Education Unit
The Marriage Kit
The Authority and Interpretation of Scripture (photocopy)
Homosexuality and the Bible by Walter Wink (photocopy of a pamphlet – 10 pages)
From the Web:
Affirming Congregations Process www.affirmunited.ca
