| Description |
xxvii, 377 pages ; 21 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and indexes. |
| Contents |
1. The cry of the faithful seeking the truth -- 2. The history of Courage -- 3. Key aspects of homosexuality / by Jeffrey Keefe -- 4. Possibility of change of orientation -- 5. Sexual abstinence and homosexual orientation -- 6. Morality of homosexual activity and personal responsibility -- 7. Pastoral perspectives -- 8. A response to the gay rights movement -- 9. A Catholic perspective on same-sex marriage -- 10. Women with homosexual orientation -- 11. Conclusions -- Appendix I. The origins and healing of homosexual attractions and behaviors / Richard Fitzgibbons -- Appendix II. Holistic treatment procedural model for healing the homosexual condition / by Maria Valdes. |
| Summary |
Addresses the complex moral and pastoral questions involved in both homosexual orientation and activity, including an analysis of lifestyles in accord with the Christian Gospel and those running counter to Christian moral teaching. Harvey discusses the history, growth, and success of the movement Courage, a support group that helps homosexuals lead chaste lives. He explores various pastoral programs for homosexuals and discusses many diverse pastoral situations.--From publisher's description. |
| Subject |
Courage (Organization)
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Courage (Organization) (OCoLC)fst00709739
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Homosexuality -- Religious aspects -- Catholic Church.
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Gays -- Pastoral counseling of.
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Gays -- Sexual behavior.
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Chastity.
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Chastity. (OCoLC)fst00852564
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Gays -- Pastoral counseling of.
(OCoLC)fst00939290
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Gays -- Sexual behavior.
(OCoLC)fst00939299
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Homosexuality -- Religious aspects -- Catholic Church.
(OCoLC)fst00959789
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| ISBN |
0898705835 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
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9780898705836 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
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