The term "queer" was coined by activists in the LGBTQIA+ community who wanted to reject the binary gender system and challenge societal norms surrounding gender identity and expression. Queer...
Queer Joy is a term coined by writer and activist Audre Lorde to describe a form of liberation that goes beyond just tolerating oppression but actively resisting it. It's about finding pleasure and...
LGBTQ believers are people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning and also follow a religious faith. This article will explore how they can construct their own...
The word “resurrection” is often associated with the Christian faith, referring to Jesus Christ's triumphant return from the dead after his crucifixion.
The concept of resurrection can also be...
How Ritualized Practices Support Spiritual and Psychological Growth
Confession, forgiveness, and affirmation are three powerful practices that can lead to spiritual and psychological growth when...
The current research on how exposure to affirming faith leaders impacts self-compassion and resilience among LGBT youth is lacking in depth. This study seeks to explore this issue in order to provide...
Sacred texts are essential sources for many religions and spiritual practices. These texts provide guidance, inspiration, and direction for adherents.
They can also be a source of exclusion,...
A recent study has found that LGBTQ teenagers who have access to supportive peer networks are more likely to develop effective coping mechanisms, demonstrate psychological resilience, and exhibit...
Ritualization is an essential aspect of human life that has been practiced since ancient times. From religious ceremonies to cultural celebrations, rituals are used to bring people together and...
Ritual is a series of symbolic actions, behaviors, and/or activities performed according to prescribed norms and customs within a particular context or group. Rituals can be found in many aspects of...