Since 1640, the Pilgrim Press has published cutting-edge books that challenged convention and irritated church and crown. That edgy tradition continues as Pilgrim Press announces the release of Queer Clergy: A History of Gay and Lesbian Ministry in American Protestantism by Minnesota author, RW Holmen. The book chronicles the journey of gay and lesbian Christians to be fully accepted and fully included in the congregations of mainline Christianity. Tracing the twisting pathway, the book encounters the gay and lesbian pilgrims and prophets who led the way and recounts their stories of conflict and celebration.
A former trial attorney, RW Holmen’s sense of advocacy and his knack for storytelling ring loud and clear. Rt. Rev. John Shelby Spong–noted author, theologian, and Episcopal Bishop—writes,
“It is a story that had to be written as the consciousness of this nation has shifted dramatically in its attitude toward homosexual persons. Obie Holmen tells this story in a gripping and fascinating way.”
Queer Clergy is available on Amazon.com
