How do LGBT individuals construct meaning in faith practices that do not affirm their identity?
The question of how LGBT individuals interpret and make sense of religious traditions which do not...
The concept of divine absence can be defined as the lack of presence or awareness of God in one's life. This situation is often experienced by individuals who have lost their faith or whose belief...
LGBT individuals face various challenges in their lives due to societal norms that promote heterosexuality as the only acceptable form of attraction and gender expression. This can lead to...
LGBT believers are individuals who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender while maintaining their religious beliefs. Despite these identities being in conflict with certain...
There is an increasing recognition that interfaith dialogue can contribute to fostering nuanced understanding and acceptance of queer identities. This means that people from different faith...
Coming out to one's family and community is an incredibly difficult process for many LGBTQ+ people, regardless of whether they are religious or not. But for those who come from faith-based families...
Queer perspectives challenge traditional notions of religious vocation, leadership, and community service by emphasizing diversity and inclusivity within religious communities. Queer people often...
Queer identity refers to non-heteronormative genders and sexualities that are often considered outside of societal norms. Religious practice involves adherence to beliefs, rituals, and codes of...
One way that religiosity shapes sexual identity is through the influence it exerts on one's understanding of morality. Religions generally have strict codes of conduct regarding sexual behavior,...
In every culture and religion, there is a strict set of norms that teaches children how to behave appropriately towards themselves and others. When it comes to sex and sexuality, these rules can be...