In the Margins Book Release and Signing

4600 East 42nd Street,Minneapolis MN 55406

17 August, 2022

Description

You’re invited to a special book launch party of Shannon T.L. Kearns’s book “In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey with Scripture.” The event will take place on Wednesday, August 17th at 7pm at St. Peder’s Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. This special evening will consist of storytelling and reading from the book, as well as time for Q&A. We’ll also hear music from Kith + Kin Chorus, an uncommon choir in the twin cities, strives to build community, spread joy and give in service of others through harmony. After the program there will be a reception and book signing. In the Margins weaves stories from Shannon’s life into reflections on well-known biblical narratives—such as Jacob wrestling with the divine, Rahab and the Israelite spies, Ezekiel and the dry bones, and the transfiguration of Jesus. In each chapter, Shannon shows how stories have helped him make sense of his own identity, and how those same stories can unlock the transformative power of faith for those willing to listen with an open mind and stand alongside him in the in-between. Through scriptural reflection and personal stories about gender identity, an ordained priest moves the conversation beyond transgender inclusion to demonstrate the unique and vital theological insights transgender Christians can provide the church.  The book will be published by Eerdmans on August 9, 2022. It’s available for pre-order now, wherever books are sold, but we’re recommending people purchase from Moon Palace Books in Minneapolis. If you use the code “stpeders” you’ll get 10% off your order.