The lives of sixty-eight gay male Christian couples in Britain are documented in this well-written and important study. Despite the lack of social support and religious affirmation, these men have succeeded in establishing meaningful and fulfilling partnerships. Focusing on the internal and external dimensions of their partnerships, the book presents extensive interview data that illustrates how these couples manage their partnerships. It is written in a highly accessible style that advances the sociological understanding of an understudied minority.
Introduction The Beginning Period Learning to Share Life Together War and Peace: Managing Conflict What is Yours is Mine, What is Mine is Ours?: Financial Arrangements The "S" Factor: Sex Spirituality and Sexuality: Managing a Christian Faith Networking: Participation in the Gay Subculture And Finally... Appendix: Research Methodology Notes Index Bibliography
ANDREW K. T. YIP teaches sociology at the Nottingham Trent University in Britain where he is also the Deputy Director of the Crime and Social Research Unit (CSRU). He is currently undertaking a national survey of gay, lesbian, and bisexual Christians and writing a book on the management of sexuality and spirituality among gay Christians. He also contributes actively to the work of the Centre for the Study of Christianity and Sexualtiy (CSCS).