Some Issues in Human Sexuality: A Guide to the Debate (House of Bishops)

This widely anticipated report will be welcomed by all who wish to come to a greater understanding of the issues surrounding homosexuality, bisexuality and transsexualism and the Church. Some Issues in Human Sexuality builds on the foundational statements made in the House of Bishops 1991 statement Issues in Human Sexuality and provides a detailed account of all the viewpoints surrounding this topic. The report considers approaches that are both theologically rigorous and pastorally sensitive, with detailed Scriptural analysis. The guide recommends and calls for wider, informed discussion on this issue, and along with its Companion, will enable individuals and churches to reflect on this potentially contentious subject in an intelligent way.… (more)