All God's creations are holy

Editor: I am a non-Orthodox person and I viewed Trembling Before G-d with interest. How could a frum, gay man or woman reconcile him- or herself to being observant while receiving so little community support?

Rabbi Ross Singer appeals for compassion from his Orthodox colleagues and urges them to see this film. He notes that gays and lesbians in the Orthodox community deserve compassion because they carry a great burden. I see something else, as well. These Jews deserve our respect. It takes great courage to be true to oneself amid tremendous opposition – opposition that many interpret and believe as coming straight from God. Some of us tremble before God on these issues. I also think we can stand in awe of the spiritual strength of these individuals for their honesty and willingness to tell stories about themselves. In them, we can see the tenacity of the Jewish spirit – endeavoring to see the holiness of all of God's creations.

Phoenix Wisebone
Vancouver