Out of a far country : a gay son's journey to God : a broken mother's search for hope

Title
Out of a far country : a gay son's journey to God : a broken mother's search for hope

Personal Author EPSB
Christopher. Yuan

Summary
Christopher Yuan, the son of Chinese immigrants, discovered at an early age that he was different. He was attracted to other boys. As he grew into adulthood, his mother, Angela, hoped to control the situation. Instead, she found that her son and her life were spiraling out of control - and her own personal demons were determined to defeat her. Years of heartbreak, confusion, and prayer followed before the Yuans found a place of complete surrender, which is Godś desire for all families. Their amazing story, told from the perspectives of both mother and son, offers hope for anyone affected by homosexuality. God calls all who are lost to come home to him. Casting a compelling vision for holy sexuality, "Out of a far country" speaks to prodigals, parents of prodigals, and those wanting to minister to the gay community.

Year Published
2011

Physical Description
222 p.

Note
Includes a study guide.

Personal Subject
Yuan, Christopher.
 
Yuan, Angela.

Subject
Christian gay men -- United States -- Biography.
 
Drug dealers -- United States -- Biography.
 
Chinese Americans -- Biography.
 
Mothers and sons.
 
Gay men -- Family relationships.

Added Author
Yuan, Angela.

Summary
Christopher Yuan, the son of Chinese immigrants, discovered at an early age that he was different. He was attracted to other boys. As he grew into adulthood, his mother, Angela, hoped to control the situation. Instead, she found that her son and her life were spiraling out of control - and her own personal demons were determined to defeat her. Years of heartbreak, confusion, and prayer followed before the Yuans found a place of complete surrender, which is Godś desire for all families. Their amazing story, told from the perspectives of both mother and son, offers hope for anyone affected by homosexuality. God calls all who are lost to come home to him. Casting a compelling vision for holy sexuality, "Out of a far country" speaks to prodigals, parents of prodigals, and those wanting to minister to the gay community.

ISBN
9780307729354

Publisher
Colorado Springs, Colo. : Waterbrook Press, 2011.


LibraryCall NumberTypeItem BarcodeStatus
Edmonton Christian High261.8 YUABook30905000041651Non-Fiction