Acts of Forgiveness: Faith Journeys of a Gay Priest

by Ted Karpf

Overview

In 1980s America, coming out as gay as a father and husband was a significant journey for anyone to make. Coming out as gay as a priest guaranteed immersion into controversy, contradiction, and challenge. This book tells of the Reverend Canon Ted Karpf's navigation of new social and romantic journeys, all within the context of his priestly vocation in the Episcopal Church.

Covering from 1968 to 2018, Karpf recounts his vivid memories, life-changing dreams and resonant reflections on living a life of faith in a socially and politically tumultuous period. His narratives are crafted as poetic meditations on enduring values and meaning, which can remind any reader that we are neither abandoned nor alone, and that forgiveness is a fulfilling way of living in a world of contradictions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476679594
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Publication date:	11/06/2019
Pages:	233
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.47(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

The Reverend Canon Ted Karpf is an Episcopal priest and public health expert, certified Gestalt therapist and adjunct faculty at Boston University School of Theology. He is an international human/gay rights activist and resides and offers spiritual direction in Northern New Mexico.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Foreword by Ray L. Hart
Preface
I. Home Going
II. Forgiveness and Loving
III. ­Self-Acceptance and Mentoring
IV. Identity and Kindness
V. Conscience and Confidence
VI. Calling and Commitment
VII. Resilience and Resolve
VIII. Death and Life: Will the Circle Be Unbroken?
IX. Generativity: Parenting
X. Prayer and Faithfulness
XI. Hope for the Future
Acknowledgments
Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

A beautiful work...a poetic documented legacy”—Book Santa Fe

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