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Dr. Gil deftly bridges the science and theology of sex and gender to provide an honest, refreshing, and faith-based perspective that also prioritizes the person. Here is a well-informed and compassionate guide for the Christian, whether a parent of intersex or transgender children, a pastor seeking information and guidance, or a gender-questioning individual. Central to the argument is the notion that God's kingdom is large enough to understand and embrace those who seek wholeness and acceptance in their lives. --Robert A. Mullins, Azusa Pacific University How many times have I sat in my office wishing there was a good book that covers it all, gender questions to ask and answer, with Scripture, science, and life histories . . . well, here it is! This book moves us through the gauntlet with life histories and narratives of compassion that are biblically and scientifically grounded. Vince Gil provides practical tools for parents, pastors, lay leaders, while challenging us to create a more embracing, empathic, Christ-like response to the gender moment. Look no further than this book! --Erin (Bongiorno) Donovan, former Executive Director, HopeSprings There are books written by Christians that have never journeyed with transgender persons, or who speak of only prescriptives without understanding their histories. I thus wondered if Dr. Vince Gil would be one of those authors. He proved me wrong. Vince Gil goes to the heart of the issues without losing sight of the person. This is the first book I've read that rises to the occasion. Not only is the language accessible and direct in explaining the science, cultural and social understandings, theological views and challenges; it invites the reader to stop, reflect, and consider before cementing their response. There is novel information to further frame perspectives on the 'other'--intersex, transgender, non-binary--as well as on theological challenges. This book is an invitation to Christians to sit and reason together out of love for the 'other.' --Lisa Salazar, author of Transparently Some Christians may wish for a return to simpler days when gender questions were ignored or brushed off with a quick application of a few Bible verses. But, if Christians are called to be salt and light in the world, and if we are called to love our neighbor as ourselves--and we are!--then it is crucial that Christians thoughtfully engage the difficult questions surrounding intersex and transgender. Happily, Gil provides a helpful guide to these labyrinthine issues. With an irenic spirit and an open mind, he helps us understand the questions better, and then steers toward helpful, workable answers that are biologically, theologically, and pastorally sound. --James Beilby, Bethel University

Dr. Gil deftly bridges the science and theology of sex and gender to provide an honest, refreshing, and faith-based perspective that also prioritizes the person. Here is a well-informed and compassionate guide for the Christian, whether a parent of intersex or transgender children, a pastor seeking information and guidance, or a gender-questioning individual. Central to the argument is the notion that God's kingdom is large enough to understand and embrace those who seek wholeness and acceptance in their lives. --Robert A. Mullins, Azusa Pacific University How many times have I sat in my office wishing there was a good book that covers it all, gender questions to ask and answer, with Scripture, science, and life histories . . . well, here it is! This book moves us through the gauntlet with life histories and narratives of compassion that are biblically and scientifically grounded. Vince Gil provides practical tools for parents, pastors, lay leaders, while challenging us to create a more embracing, empathic, Christ-like response to the gender moment. Look no further than this book! --Erin (Bongiorno) Donovan, former Executive Director, HopeSprings There are books written by Christians that have never journeyed with transgender persons, or who speak of only prescriptives without understanding their histories. I thus wondered if Dr. Vince Gil would be one of those authors. He proved me wrong. Vince Gil goes to the heart of the issues without losing sight of the person. This is the first book I've read that rises to the occasion. Not only is the language accessible and direct in explaining the science, cultural and social understandings, theological views and challenges; it invites the reader to stop, reflect, and consider before cementing their response. There is novel information to further frame perspectives on the 'other'--intersex, transgender, non-binary--as well as on theological challenges. This book is an invitation to Christians to sit and reason together out of love for the 'other.' --Lisa Salazar, author of Transparently Some Christians may wish for a return to simpler days when gender questions were ignored or brushed off with a quick application of a few Bible verses. But, if Christians are called to be salt and light in the world, and if we are called to love our neighbor as ourselves--and we are!--then it is crucial that Christians thoughtfully engage the difficult questions surrounding intersex and transgender. Happily, Gil provides a helpful guide to these labyrinthine issues. With an irenic spirit and an open mind, he helps us understand the questions better, and then steers toward helpful, workable answers that are biologically, theologically, and pastorally sound. --James Beilby, Bethel University

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Vincent E. Gil is Emeritus Professor of Medical/Psychological Anthropology and Human Sexuality at Vanguard University (California). An awarded professor, researcher, counselor, and licensed minister, his work in clinical sexology covers medical, psychosocial, and cultural issues.

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