Finding Hope: Faith, Gender, and the Search for Divine Understanding By Christine R. Koren What happens when faith, identity, and biology collide? In Finding Hope , Christine R. Koren courageously shares her journey of navigating gender dysphoria and transgender identity as a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . Through faith, revelation, and scientific understanding, she offers a compassionate exploration of how divine purpose and human experience can coexist—even when they seem at odds. This inspiring and meticulously researched work is both a personal testimony and a ready reference guide for Church leadership, parents, and members seeking to understand and minister to those experiencing gender dysphoria or transgender feelings. Drawing from over 290 peer-reviewed scientific resources , scriptural foundations, and lived experience, Koren provides an authoritative yet deeply empathetic voice that bridges faith and evidence, doctrine and compassion. Inside You’ll Discover: A deeply personal and spiritual account of living with gender dysphoria within the restored gospel. - A scientific and theological synthesis explaining the biological, psychological, and environmental factors that shape gender identity. - A structured resource for Church leaders , including: Guidance for conducting sensitive interviews and offering pastoral care. - Christ-centered frameworks for integrating Church policy with compassion. - Suicide awareness and intervention tools based on evidence-based care. - Practical insights for parents, families, and friends striving to support loved ones in faith and understanding. - A message of hope, healing, and divine love , reminding all that no one is beyond the reach of the Savior’s grace. For Readers Who: Seek to reconcile faith, identity, and science in a gospel-centered way. - Serve in leadership or ministering roles and need tools to counsel and support gender diverse members. - Are parents or loved ones looking to better understand and affirm those they care about. - Believe that truth, compassion, and revelation can walk hand in hand. Finding Hope is more than a story—it’s a bridge between faith and understanding, offering guidance to those who seek clarity, courage, and peace on the road toward divine self-acceptance. You are not alone. You are loved. You are known by God.