Sex in the Parish

by Karen Lebacqz and Ronald G. Barton

Book Overview

Karen Lebacqz and Ronald Barton examine the gift of sexuality in relation to the parish and the dynamics of sexual desire and temptation. Included in this book are the expreiences of a pastor who did... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0664250874
• ISBN13: 9780664250874
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.6" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

Practical and Clear

Using case studies, current events, and surveys from ministers, the authors identify the questions, issues, joys, and dangers related to pastors' sexuality and their professional role. A very clearly written book that helps frame the questions and point us toward the answers. Key points include (1) the power differential between pastor and congregant, which makes consent usually impossible; and (2) the cultural background that supports sexism, relationship addictions, and heterosexism and makes this more than simply a question of the pastor's personal responsibility. An excellent and interesting read.