The Reverend Erin K. Swenson, Th.M., Ph.D.

Presbyterian and Transgender

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Professional Issues

Counseling in Transgender issues requires much from qualified therapists. This article will help you find out how to evaluate a therapist for yourself or a loved one.

Pastoral Care in Transgender Experience is a topic not taught in our seminaries. This paper will help the pastor not only understand the need for special attention for this area, but also help prepare her or him to work in situations where transgender or intersex issues arise.

Reviews

The HBO film Normal raised the issue of marriage in transgender experience.

Diana Hignutt's book Moonsword is an entertaining and stimulating read.

Speeches and Addresses

Address to the Presbytery of San Francisco, January 14, 2003 in response to the murder of Gwen Araujo.

Transgender Returns to Stonewall, a report on Erin's trip to Presbyterian Welcome in New York City, June 2003.

The Awe-Ful Love of God, a sermon given at the ordination of Margaret Aymer, January 25, 2004.