“Queer identity may be discerned in relative isolation, but it comes to life in community.” Elizabeth M. Edman, Queer Virtue: What LGBTQ People Know About Life and Love and How It Can Revitalize Christianity
Join the Manitou Intentional Learning Community in a-three session study of the book Queer Virtue led by Peter Haddow, Canadian Shield Regional Council Affirm Team.
February 27th, March 6th and March 13th at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Participants are cordially invited to make a donation (suggestion $10) by etransfer to [email protected].
Please note, the text is not available in Chapters stores. It can be purchased from Chapters online and from Amazon.ca. It is also available as an ebook. We recommend that you purchase the text promptly to be sure to get a copy on time.
More about the book:
Arguing from the heart of scripture, Edman reveals how queering Christianity—that is, disrupting simplistic ways of thinking about self and other—can illuminate contemporary Christian faith. Pushing well past the notion that “Christian love = tolerance,” Edman offers a bold alternative: he recognition that queer people can help Christians better understand their fundamental calling and the creation of sacred space where LGBTQ Christians are seen as gifts to the church.
Weekly readings:
Week One: February 27th Chapters 1-3
Week Two: March 6th Chapters 4-6
Week Three: March 13th Chapters 7-10