“Affirming: A Memoir of Faith, Sexuality and Staying in the Church”
Sally Gary
Eerdmans, 2021, 240 Pages

At A Glance: “Affirming” is a touching memoir that chronicles a journey as a gay Christian, navigating the challenges of reconciling faith with sexuality, ultimately finding harmony and love within the church.

Overview: “Affirming: A Memoir of Faith, Sexuality and Staying in the Church” by Sally Gary is a poignant and introspective memoir exploring the intersection of faith and sexual identity. Sally, who has known about her attraction to women since early adulthood, recounts her journey of reconciling this with her Christian faith. The memoir delves into her struggles with loneliness, celibacy, and attempts to change her orientation, highlighting the internal conflict faced by many 2SLGBTQIA+ Christians.

Sally’s story evolves from resistance and fear of intimacy to an enlightened understanding of her sexuality as harmonious with her faith, culminating in her preparation to marry her partner. This memoir is a heartfelt narrative aimed at 2SLGBTQIA+ Christians seeking to find their place in their faith communities, offering hope and affirming that one’s sexuality can coexist with religious belief.

Also By This Author:
“Loves God, Likes Girls: A Memoir”
“Loves God, Likes Girls” (Documentary)

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