A RABBI & A PREACHER GO TO A PRIDE PARADE (2019)

Here, finally assembled together in one collection, are Bert Montgomery’s LGBTQ-related musings, columns, and sermons. Bert uses humor, stories, and the Holy Scriptures to challenge the heresy of homophobia within the church and to call for full inclusion and affirmation—in both church and civic life—of our LGBTQ family members, friends, and neighbors. And yes, a rabbi and a preacher really did go to a Pride parade!

ask for it at your local bookstore, or find it online below:

 “[Bert’s] writings remind me that the Christian experience isn’t about building up a fence of protection,but rather daring to allow love to lead us out of hiding and into the light of a brilliant life.”

~ JENNIFER KNAPP

Singer/Songwriter and Founder of Inside Out Faith

“With ribald wit and perceptive understanding of the complications of being human, Rev. Bert Montgomery has offered an expansive view of God’s welcome.”

~ DR. MOLLY T. MARSHALL

President Union Theological Seminary Twin Cities

“It is witty and serious at the same time. [Bert] can really tell a story. I gave Emily her copy when she got in from their tour.”

~ DR. DON SALIERS

Retired Theology Professor (and Father of Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls)

“Bert has that disarming way of opening up the LGBTQ+ issue and whacking you up against the head with some powerful biblical challenge you had not anticipated. ”

~ REV. TEX SAMPLE

Theologian, Activist, & Pastor

“Bert Montgomery’s words are smart, courageous and hilarious! Through his humor and insights, the true inclusive nature of Christ’s love is revealed and celebrated. A book to be treasured.”

~ REV. SUSAN SPARKS

Comedian; Lawyer; Pastor of Madison Ave. Baptist Church, New York City

“Employing thoughtful intelligence, spasmic wit, and the Healer’s wholistic approach to Scriptures, Pastor Bert Montgomery issues a clarion call to Christians the nation over to live out the ‘wildly inclusive love of Jesus.’”

~ KAREN SPEARS ZACHARIAS

Author of Would Jesus Buy Me a Double-Wide?

“A Rabbi and a Preacher Go to a Pride Parade offers with creative humor and reflection provocative and prophetic perspective on matters pertaining to Christian faith and human sexuality.”

~ REV. DR. BRIAN J. HENDERSON

The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists