The topic of this article is whether or not the confrontation between religious dogma and personal truth can be a form of spiritual purification for LGBT believers. It is important to note that...
Some people experience same-sex attraction, while others are transgender. These feelings may be uncontrollable and natural for them.
Some religions teach that these identities are sinful. Can they...
Queerness is a term that refers to people who identify as anything outside of heterosexuality, cisgender, and/or binary gender norms. It can encompass a wide range of identities, including but not...
The conflict between religious education and lived personal experience is one that many people have to face, but it can be particularly challenging for LGBT adolescents who may find themselves caught...
The prolonged exclusion from traditional religious communities can have serious psychological effects on individuals, particularly those who deeply value their faith. One of the most significant...
The process of theorizing faith has been a controversial issue since ancient times. Some argue that it leads to an impersonal approach to religion, where people lose their connection with God through...
Is Sacred Embodiment the Universal Bridge Between Faith, Art, and Desire?
The concept of sacred embodiment is a philosophical and religious theory that suggests that all living beings are...
Religious communities have had a tumultuous history when it comes to how they view and treat individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+),...
LGBT youth often struggle to find their place in religious communities that may not fully accept them for who they are. This can lead to feelings of isolation, shame, and confusion about how to...
I will discuss how religious censorship of LGBT topics can negatively impact the self-understanding and faith formation of young believers. By exploring the ways in which these communities are...