St. Luke's Episcopal Church and Charis Books and More are excited to welcome Brandan Robertson in conversation with Eric Feltes for a discussion of Queer & Christian: Reclaiming the Bible, Our Faith, and Our Place at the Table, a powerful call for LGBTQ+ Christians to reclaim their faith and take their place in the church and society.
For too long, the Bible has been weaponized to exclude LGBTQ+ individuals, despite Jesus’ radical message of inclusion. In Queer & Christian, Brandan Robertson envisions a faith where all are unequivocally embraced.
Ostracized at school, Brandan thought he had finally found his community when he joined the local church. But he soon realized that they were as intolerant as his peers at school had been—if not more so. After agonizing years of repressing his true identity, he discovered that God’s table had always had a place for him. Jesus’ love knows no bounds, embracing everyone unconditionally.
Queer & Christian is a joyful celebration of queer faith and an unyielding reclamation of the Bible. Dive into pages that offer:
-Compelling, evidence-based counterarguments to the “clobber verses” often used to condemn queerness
-Celebrations of queer saints within the Bible—more numerous than you might believe!
-Responses to commonly asked questions by queer folks and allies who’re feeling lost within the Christian faith
Brandan Robertson stands as a beacon of love, hope, and unwavering support for anyone ready to reclaim their faith from the clutches of intolerance.
About the Author
Rev. Brandan Robertson is a nationally recognized author, public theologian, and advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion in faith communities. His work has been featured in major media outlets, and his writing and teaching have helped countless people navigate the intersections of faith, identity, and belonging.
About the Conversation Partner
Eric Feltes is a Life Coach, actor, speaker, and writer. He and his team have helped hundreds of GBT+ men build community, become free of shame, find love, build businesses, and, at the end of the day, live their best shame-free gay lives. He has been seen in shows on Showtime, Netflix, and Amazon Prime, and he has spoken in churches across the country. Eric lives in Atlanta, GA with his dog Cadence and his 29 house plants.
