Over the season of Lent, we will be exploring the parables through the experiences of those on the margins. On Monday evenings throughout Lent (February 27–April 3) we will be reading and discussing Hearts Ablaze: Parables for the Queer Soul by Rolf R. Nolasco Jr. You are invited to join us each week on Zoom from 7 pm to 8:30 pm.
Hearts Ablaze re-reads 10 parables through the lens of queer theology and through personal experiences of queer Christians. This book is described as “a new look at ten selected parables of Jesus, that expands the scope of interpretation of each story to highlight God’s extravagant welcome of all people. The perspective in the reflections is deeply personal and written to be used by both individuals and groups. Queer-affirming churches, seminaries, and retreat centers will benefit from this resource as they continue to champion the flourishing of their queer siblings in Christ.” As Christ has modeled for us, we are called to be in community with those on the margins. If you are interested in learning more about the experience of queer people and their experience with the church, as well as learning more about queer theology in general, we invite you to join us.
If you have any questions about this book study, please contact Phillip.
Registration is required, and can be done online at this form.
Purchasing the book is not required, but if you would like to, you can find it at Amazon or Church Publishing.
— The Rev. Phillip Bass