Download PDF Equal Rites Lesbian and Gay Worship Ceremonies and Celebrations Kittredge Cherry Zalmon Sherwood 9780664255350 Books
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Equal Rites is a much-needed collection of worship services, ceremonies, and celebrations that is attuned to the unique needs of sexual minorities. The selections, written primarily by lesbians and gay men, include rites of spiritual beginnings, healing, blessings, holy communion, and pride and empowerment. Also included are funeral memorial services and seasonal and holiday rites for couples. More than a collection, Equal Rites can also serve as a reference book for creating unique and meaningful worship services that address significant aspects of lesbian and gay spirituality. The treasury presents 50 liturgies by 30 spiritual leaders from a wide variety of Protestant and Catholic traditions. Contributors include Malcolm Boyd, Chris Glaser, Carter Heyward, Elias Farajaje-Jones, Diann Neu, Troy Perry, Jane Spahr, and many more.
Download PDF Equal Rites Lesbian and Gay Worship Ceremonies and Celebrations Kittredge Cherry Zalmon Sherwood 9780664255350 Books
"As it happens, Kittredge Cherry, one of the editors of this valuable liturgical compilation, suggested that it would be helpful for me to submit a review. When the book was originally published in 1995 I was unaware of its existence; however, it turns out that the previously owned copy which I just obtained via Amazon had originally been in the possession of an EXCEL retreat team. This is an interesting connection since I have in fact been participating in the EXCEL retreat ministry myself since 1992.
In any event, this book remains timely, although in the nearly 20 years since its publication, many churches have in fact become aware of the necessity to develop liturgies with special sensitivity to the LGBTQIA community. Although the book does not focus heavily on same-gender marriage or commitment ceremonies, it does offer some valuable patterns for these and other rituals.
Areas of special interest to the community for which "Equal Rites" was compiled are "Rites to Mark Spiritual Beginnings" with special emphasis on the process of "coming out"; "Rites of Healing" focused particularly on healing from AIDS and other diseases that have disproportionally affected this community; and "Funerals and Memorial Services". In the last case, the form of funeral or memorial service called "Celebration of Life" which has now become standard in many "mainline" churches was indeed often pioneered by the denominations for which this book was originally designed and whose members contributed to it.
Several of the contributors to this volume are individuals whom I know personally, and two of them, Kittredge Cherry (one of the editors) and Chris R. Glaser are authors whose books I've previously reviewed for Amazon. Again, I believe that the primary value of this compilation is in the impetus it has given to many religious groups, as well as to individuals, to become sensitized to current concerns of the LGBTQIA members of our various congregations, and to encourage creativity and innovation in preparing liturgies, whatever the context, that will address current concerns of those groups. Just as the Jewish community has continued to keep the Passover celebration alive and contemporary by emphasizing the parallels between the ancient Exodus event and present liberation struggles, so too does "Equal Rites" bring the Christian salvation event into focus in terms of present needs for equality and justice."
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Equal Rites Lesbian and Gay Worship Ceremonies and Celebrations Kittredge Cherry Zalmon Sherwood 9780664255350 Books Reviews :
Equal Rites Lesbian and Gay Worship Ceremonies and Celebrations Kittredge Cherry Zalmon Sherwood 9780664255350 Books Reviews
- As it happens, Kittredge Cherry, one of the editors of this valuable liturgical compilation, suggested that it would be helpful for me to submit a review. When the book was originally published in 1995 I was unaware of its existence; however, it turns out that the previously owned copy which I just obtained via had originally been in the possession of an EXCEL retreat team. This is an interesting connection since I have in fact been participating in the EXCEL retreat ministry myself since 1992.
In any event, this book remains timely, although in the nearly 20 years since its publication, many churches have in fact become aware of the necessity to develop liturgies with special sensitivity to the LGBTQIA community. Although the book does not focus heavily on same-gender marriage or commitment ceremonies, it does offer some valuable patterns for these and other rituals.
Areas of special interest to the community for which "Equal Rites" was compiled are "Rites to Mark Spiritual Beginnings" with special emphasis on the process of "coming out"; "Rites of Healing" focused particularly on healing from AIDS and other diseases that have disproportionally affected this community; and "Funerals and Memorial Services". In the last case, the form of funeral or memorial service called "Celebration of Life" which has now become standard in many "mainline" churches was indeed often pioneered by the denominations for which this book was originally designed and whose members contributed to it.
Several of the contributors to this volume are individuals whom I know personally, and two of them, Kittredge Cherry (one of the editors) and Chris R. Glaser are authors whose books I've previously reviewed for . Again, I believe that the primary value of this compilation is in the impetus it has given to many religious groups, as well as to individuals, to become sensitized to current concerns of the LGBTQIA members of our various congregations, and to encourage creativity and innovation in preparing liturgies, whatever the context, that will address current concerns of those groups. Just as the Jewish community has continued to keep the Passover celebration alive and contemporary by emphasizing the parallels between the ancient Exodus event and present liberation struggles, so too does "Equal Rites" bring the Christian salvation event into focus in terms of present needs for equality and justice.
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