Listed is literature for Christians looking for more information on same-sex attraction and chastity. These readings are highly recommended (and some even written) by Courage leaders. This can be an excellent starting point for those seeking a greater understanding of the root causes of homosexuality and how we, as Christians, are called to live chaste lives in Jesus Christ.
Recommended Catholic Books:
Homosexuality and the Catholic Church: Clear Answers to Difficult Questions – Fr. John Harvey, OSFS, Ascension Press (2007)
The Truth About Homosexuality: The Cry of the Faithful – Fr. John Harvey, OSFS, Ignatius Press (1997)
The Homosexual Person: New Thinking in Pastoral Care – Fr. John Harvey, OSFS, Ignatius Press (1987)
Same-Sex Attractions: A Parents’ Guide – edited by Fr. John Harvey, OSFS & Gerard V. Bradley, St. Augustine’s Press (2003)
Beyond Gay – David Morrison, Our Sunday Visitor (1999)
The Courage to be Chaste – Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR, Paulist Press (1985)
How to Resist Temptation – Fr. Francis Remler, CM, Sophia Institute Press
Good News About Sex and Marriage – Christopher West, Freedom Publishing (2003)
Recommended Non-Catholic Books:
Light in the Closet: Torah, Homosexuality and the Power to Change – Arthur Goldberg, Red Heifer Press (2009)
Growth Into Manhood – Alan Medinger, WaterBrook Press (2000)
Crisis in Masculinity – Leanne Payne, Baker Books (1985)
The Broken Image – Leanne Payne, Baker Books (1981)
