"Why Our Tears Matter" with the Rev. Ben Perry

Coming Out Christian | Season 3, Episode 5 | Guest: Rev. Benjamin PerryWhen's the last time you let yourself cry — and what did you do with it?Rev. Benjamin Perry is an ordained minister, award-winning writer, and the author of Cry, Baby: Why Our Tears Matter. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Slate, and Religion News Service, and he's been featured by the BBC, TIME, NPR, and 10 Percent Happier. Based in Maine, they serve on the board of OUTMaine, offer queer theology trainings in local congregations, and serve as Director of Communications at Garrett Seminary.In this episode, hosts Siobhan Boyd-Nelson and Rev. Dr. Ben Huelskamp sit down with Ben to explore what our tears have to tell us — about grief, masculinity, embodiment, and what it means to be fully human. They also dig into the church's complicated relationship with LGBTQIA+ people: where it falls short, where it gets it right, and what it might look like to truly celebrate queer lives rather than merely tolerate them.Tender, honest, and unexpectedly joyful — this one will stay with you.📚 Get the book: Cry, Baby🌐 Visit Ben's website: benjaminjperry.com📲 Follow Ben: @FaithfullyBP🎙️ Follow the podcast: @comingoutchristian_podcast🌈 Follow LOVEboldly: @loveboldly