The psychological mechanisms that enable lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals to maintain their faith despite facing social marginalization are complex and multifaceted. These...
When it comes to interpreting divine providence in relation to life choices, relationships, and identity formation, there are many different perspectives within the LGBTQ community. Some people may...
1. Introduction to the topic
Despite being accepted and celebrated in many parts of society today, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and asexual people still face...
Can the act of living authentically as a queer believer be the highest form of worship?
Living authentically is an essential part of being human. It means being true to oneself and expressing...
The intersection of religious authority and modern communication technology has had a significant impact on how people perceive and interact with members of the LGBT community. In many traditional...
How do intersections of faith, sexual orientation, and gender identity influence strategies for coping with discrimination? The relationship between these three factors is nuanced and complicated....
The experience of LGBTQ individuals navigating their sexual identity while also adhering to religious beliefs that condemn homosexuality can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and moral conflict....
Internalized Religious Shame is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual feels guilt or shame for their own beliefs or practices related to religion. It can have profound effects on...
Religious Art is one way that people can understand their faith through visual representations. This type of art often includes imagery related to deities, saints, biblical stories, and spiritual...
LGBT individuals have always been part of human society and their experiences vary greatly from those who identify as straight.
Many members of this community still struggle to feel accepted and...