Where the Edge Gathers:: Building a Community of Radical Inclusion

by Yvette A. Flunder

In Where the Edge Gathers, Flunder uses examples of persons most marginalized by church and society to illustrate the use of village ethics--knowing where the boundaries are when all things are exposed--and village theology--giving everyone a seat at the central meeting place or welcome table. She focuses on the following marginalized groups: 1) same-sex couples, to convey the need to re-examine sexual and relational ethics; 2) transgendered persons, to illustrate the importance of radical inclusivity; 3) and gay persons living with AIDS, to emphasize the need to de-stigmatize society's view of any group of people. The book, which combines both Flunder's personal experiences with marginalized people and theological and pastoral literature on the topic, will appeal to denominational leaders and clergy who minister to the marginalized and/or the inner city.

Genres: Religion, Nonfiction, LGBT, Christianity, Theology

162 pages, Paperback

First published May 30, 2005

About the author

Reverend Dr. Yvette A. Flunder is a Bishop of the City of Refuge United Church of Christ.

Reviews

[Antiwan Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

So far the introduction gets you ready for the book itself. Embracing my reality when it comes to where I worship.
Learning that alot of church hurt comes from the Altar and the pulpit. Worshipping God knowing that you're free in your truth. Not being accepted by what we call God loving and God fearing people.

[Megan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was really quite informative and interesting. It's broken in to two parts. Part one is the information; part two is sermons. I wasn't so much into part two. I did get a lot from part one though.

[Meggie Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Flunder’s prophetic call to the Church to become more inclusive, affirming and supportive of marginalized identities is super important. Only reason why I didn’t rate it a 5 is because she’s pretty Pentecostal and I don’t feel very at home in that tradition.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Flunder’s prophetic voice is the future of the church.

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome for the practical use of radical inclusion. And the author is one of the coolest people ever! I love her and the way she passionately loves her work. She is a wise woman.

[TJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book- though the sermons didn't do as much for the book- but still a great book