by Austen Hartke (Downloadable Audio)
I read this book as part of an
LGBTQ+ and Allies small group that I’m a part of, at my Church. The point of
the group is to be a source of support for each other as well as to better
educate ourselves and hopefully those around us.
This book is written by a Trans Man
who wants to share his experience not just with transitioning, but with his
life as a Lutheran Pastor and the effect his transition had on that role. He
interviews several other members of the Trans community, asking them to
elaborate on their own spiritual journeys and how Transitioning has played a
part in that. There are many, MANY places in this Bible that are supportive of
Trans people, which was refreshing, to say the least!
As a member of the LGBTQ+
community, I found this to be encouraging, enlightening, and very educational.
I listened to the audio version provided by my library, but I also obtained a
print copy, which I have marked up with highlights and plan to re-read often.
It’s got a plethora of resources for the reader. I learned so much while reading this book–not just from the book, but
also from the discussions it sparked in my small group.
I would definitely recommend this
to anyone who is struggling with the correct verbiage with regards to the Trans
community; I’d also recommend it to anyone who would like to be a source of
support or who simply has questions.
( official Transforming
web site ) | ( official Austen
Hartke web site )
Recommended
by Tracy T.
Anderson and Bethany Branch Libraries
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