Ex-Gay Group Releases Guide on Handling Homosexuals in Church
By Audrey Barrick
Christian Post Reporter
Sat, Sep. 09 2006

"To most heterosexual Christians, the idea of being attracted to your own sex is mystifying. Unimaginable. Not natural," starts a new book released by Exodus International, a major ex-gay ministry.

Exodus came out with its first book, God's Grace and the Homosexual Next Door, this week to help evangelical churches and individuals practically demonstrate compassion to gay men and women.

The comprehensive guide written by Exodus President Alan Chambers and the ministry staff, addresses the behavioral complexities and roots of homosexuality; how to deal with the topic and the hurting individuals affected by it; the fear and ignorance within the church; how to lead gay men and women to Christ; and how to mentor repentant homosexuals in the church. It also offers tips on what "not to do when reaching out to gays." the rest