Arms Out, Palms Open

Conflict, Reconciliation, and Gay Inclusion

In this adaptation of her dissertation, Estwick focuses generally on aspects of contemporary American religion and more particularly on the resolution of conflicts surrounding gay inclusion. Discussions of clerical experiences reconciling social conflicts with personal faith serve to guide individuals struggling with issues that can be painful and contentious, but which can lead ultimately to healing and spiritual growth. Chapter Headings 1 Questioning Clergy 2 Conflict within the Episcopal Church 3 Paths to Conflict Resolution 4 Surrounded by Challenges 5 Resolved to Resolve; How clergy learned 6 Reaching Out to Establish Balance; 7 Walking a Tightrope; Applied learning 8 A Review of the Distance Traveled 9 An Efficient Route 10 Moving Forward; What clergy learned