Much has been said and written about trans people by theologians and Church leaders, while little has been heard from trans Christians themselves. As a step towards redressing the balance,
This Is My
Body
offers a grounded reflection on people’s experience of gender dissonance that involves negotiating the boundaries between one’s identity and religious faith, as well as a review of the most up-to-date theological, cultural and scientific literature.
The book has been compiled and edited by
Christina Beardsley
, a priest and hospital chaplain, writer and activist for trans inclusion in the Church, and
Michelle O’Brien
, who has been involved in advocacy, research, lecturing and writing about intersex and trans issues. It includes contributions from many people associated with the
Sibyls
, the UK-based confidential spirituality group for transgender people and their allies.