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As we have traveled this path with our child since the Fall of 2014, some of those questions have been answered--they've had to be, because there were new questions waiting. I will be sharing my experience of this transition as the mother who gave birth to this beautiful, brave, and wondrous child. My hope is that by sharing my experience, the door will be opened to many other mothers to accept and not fear accompanying their child on this journey with love, grace, and respect. As mothers we are purveyors of grace for our children. We are conduits of God's grace and mercy. Through our unconditional love we can move with our children as they find and reveal themselves, all the while easing their fears. I share my experiences with this transition because I know there are others out there who might be needing some hope, some understanding, and some way of finding their faith in the midst of such a transition.

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Love, Then Listen is the right advice for all parents of LGBTQ kids. Daphne Reiley's heartwarming book about her journey to love, then listen with her own child is essential reading for all parents who find themselves on a journey they never expected. Highly recommended! Rev. Dr. David P. Gushee, Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics; Director, Center for Theology & Public Life, Mercer University; President, American Academy of Religion; Former President, Society of Christian Ethics An extremely important book for parents struggling to reconcile their faith and their child's transgender identity. When religious beliefs are at odds with the child's gender identity it can be painful for the entire family. Parents often find themselves confused and grieving. During this time, finding strength in one's faith is vital. Author Daphne Reiley lights the way in this incredibly powerful, personal, and inspiring spiritual journey. Kristine Medea, LPC, BCETS; Executive Director and Founder, TransThriving: Therapeutic Wellness Program for Gender Diverse Youth & Families What delights me most about this book is what it does not contain. Daphne Reiley, Felix, and the rest of their family did not experience rejection by their church. Ministers, elders, and other church leaders--read this book! Read it because the graciousness, honesty, vulnerability, and love this mother shares should be your model when a family in your church faces this reality. Be ready to love and listen. Rev. Chuck Jones, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

"Love, Then Listen is the right advice for all parents of LGBTQ kids. Daphne Reiley's heartwarming book about her journey to ""love, then listen"" with her own child is essential reading for all parents who find themselves on a journey they never expected. Highly recommended! Rev. Dr. David P. Gushee, Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics; Director, Center for Theology & Public Life, Mercer University; President, American Academy of Religion; Former President, Society of Christian Ethics An extremely important book for parents struggling to reconcile their faith and their child's transgender identity. When religious beliefs are at odds with the child's gender identity it can be painful for the entire family. Parents often find themselves confused and grieving. During this time, finding strength in one's faith is vital. Author Daphne Reiley lights the way in this incredibly powerful, personal, and inspiring spiritual journey. Kristine Medea, LPC, BCETS; Executive Director and Founder, TransThriving: Therapeutic Wellness Program for Gender Diverse Youth & Families What delights me most about this book is what it does not contain. Daphne Reiley, Felix, and the rest of their family did not experience rejection by their church. Ministers, elders, and other church leaders--read this book! Read it because the graciousness, honesty, vulnerability, and love this mother shares should be your model when a family in your church faces this reality. Be ready to love and listen. Rev. Chuck Jones, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)"

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