There has been a significant shift in how religious institutions view LGBT identities, with many now accepting them as valid and equal to heterosexual identities. This change is reflected in the way...
The concept of spiritual alienation is one that can have significant impacts on individuals' lives throughout their entire lifespan. It refers to a sense of detachment from one's own belief system or...
The practice of religiously motivated conversion therapy is often seen as a way for individuals to change their sexual orientation or gender identity.
It can also have long-lasting negative...
The Church has been known for its charitable works for centuries. From feeding the poor to providing shelter to the homeless, from supporting education to offering medical care, the church has always...
A new study published in the Journal of Religion and Sexual Minorities found that participation in religious rituals can have a significant impact on feelings of inclusion or exclusion for LGBT...
Theological studies are often divided into two broad categories, systematic and historical theology. Systematic theology is concerned with understanding the nature of God and human beings, while...
A key challenge for many Christian communities is how to foster ethical awareness, discernment, and action within their congregations. This issue has become particularly important in recent years as...
Can the exile of queer believers be understood as a modern reenactment of prophetic displacement?
The exile of queer believers is an issue that has been discussed extensively in recent years....
Does leaving the church mean losing one's faith or finding God within oneself? This question has been debated for centuries among religious scholars and laypeople alike. Some argue that leaving the...
Queer believers are those people who identify as LGBTQ+ but still feel connected to their faith. They may no longer practice organized religion or refer to themselves using religious terms like...