Books by Mary

 

• Why Do Bad Things Happen? (And Where is God When They Do?)

Who of us hasn’t asked “Why, God?” “Why this?” “Why me?” This book is intended to enable the reader to begin exploring this deep and meaningful conversation from the truth of God’s Word.

 

 

• Uncommon Love: God’s Heart for Christian Parents of Gay Kids (A Bible Study)

This book is for parents of kids of any age who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans, or Queer/Questioning, etc. In this Bible study, we look at what God says about this ever-growing population and learn how to love them as He loves them–unconditionally, compassionately, yet without condoning wrong behavior. This book equips parents to honor God as they maintain or rebuild close relationships with their LGBTQ+ kids, and without compromising their faith or values. It also aids them in dealing with their own emotions and issues that may be holding them back from enjoying those healthy relationships. As these parents begin the healing process, transformations occur.

 

 

• Secret Sin: When God’s People Choose Abortion

A book for the Church–to raise awareness about the vast numbers of people within our churches who are wounded by abortion–and what we can do to show compassion toward them and help them heal.

 

Other Resources

Uncommon Love Ministries is a 501c-3 non-profit organization for families of LGBTQ+ kids of any age. It is a safe place to ask questions, find support, and build community with other parents in similar situations.

Web Site: http://uncommonlove.online

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/uncommonlove.online

 

Recommended Reading:

• Messy Grace, By Caleb Kaltenbach, 2015
• Gay Children, Straight Parents: A Plan for Family Healing, by Richard Cohen, 2007
• Someone I Love is Gay, by Anita Worthen & Bob Davies
• Where Does A Mother Go To Resign, by Barbara Johnson, 1979
• Out of a Far Country: A Gay Son’s Journey to God; A Broken Mother’s Search for Hope, by Christopher Yuan and Angela Yuan, 2011

Videos

• How Do You Like Me Now?  (DVD) by Mastering Life Ministries and Pure Passion Media, 2016. Available through christianbook.com
• Reconciliation, DVD. Available throughcom
• Such Were Some of You, (video Curriculum) by Mastering Life Ministries and Pure Passion Media, 2014. Available through www.christian book.com. Click herefor the regular edition; click here for the leader’s edition.

Support Organizations & Articles

• Called Out, Janet Boynes Ministries

• Restored Hope Ministries

• Shepherd’s Heart Music, Dennis Jernigan

Articles by Dennis Jernigan:

1. Questions About Homosexuality
2. The Church and Homosexuality – Part One
3. The Church and Homosexuality – Part Two
4. No One is Born Gay
5. Pro-Gay Theology Overview
6. How to Minister to Someone Who Struggles With Same Sex Attraction
7. Resources for Those Who Struggle With Same Sex Attraction
8. Fighting For Freedom – Why Many Give Up
9. How to Minister to Your Neighbor