Fr. John Harvey, one of the world's foremost authorities on homosexuality, writes from his many years of experience in pastoral work. In this useful and informative book the author addresses the common problems encountered in counseling and assisting homosexual persons in the struggle to lead chaste lives.

Fr. Harvey discusses the teachings of the Catholic Church on homosexuality, and presents and evaluates the views of dissenting theologians on the morality of homosexual acts.

Fr. Harvey also discusses the possibility of change of orientation for homosexual persons. He provides much information about Christian individuals who have found healing and spiritual growth through acceptance of the "tough love" of the Gospel, and also summarizes what a number of psychiatrists and psychologists have written concerning the successful resolution of the homosexual conflict.

"More than any other person I know, Fr. John Harvey has succeeded in helping homosexually oriented Christians who want to live a chaste life to do so. His book can be a great help to clergy, religious and laity who are seeking to help in a compassionate and loving way."
- Benedict Groeschel, O.F.M., Cap.
Author of The Courage to be Chaste

"A synthesis and analysis of new thinking in pastoral care. Virtually every sentence reflects the gentle concern of this dedicated priest who struggles always to understand and to teach with authenticity and integrity."
- Cardinal John J. O'Connor

Fr. John Harvey has been professor of moral theology at De Sales School of Theology for thirty-eight years. He has been giving counsel and guidance to homosexual persons for over thirty years and is the founder of the highly successful organization, Courage. He appears frequently on T.V. and radio programs across the country.