The purpose of this study is to examine how exposure to affirming clergy reshapes LGBTQ believers' relationship with religious authority and doctrine. The research question guiding this study is:...
What moral dilemmas are raised for priests who must balance institutional orthodoxy and their own beliefs while serving queer believers?
Clergy members face significant challenges when attempting...
The concept of gender is complex and multifaceted, encompassing both physical characteristics such as genitalia and hormones, as well as social and psychological aspects like identity and expression....
Can shared spirituality create solidarity across faith traditions in the struggle for LGBT inclusion?(https://www.google.com/search?q solidarity+faith)
The struggles faced by lesbian, gay,...
In many religious communities, queer people are often made to feel like outsiders due to their gender identity or sexual orientation. This is especially true when they belong to faith traditions that...
What spiritual insights arise from experiences of marginalization, exclusion, or religious rejection?
Marginalization, exclusion, and rejection can be experienced at many levels - socially,...
Participation in LGBT-Affirming Worship
Participating in LGBT-affirming worship is an important aspect of developing one's sense of self-efficacy, agency, and moral identity. This type of worship...
Many people seek out religious communities to find a sense of belonging and meaning in their lives.
LGBT individuals may struggle to find acceptance and support within these communities due to...
Prayer is a form of communication between an individual and their deity, but for those who identify as gender fluid or sexually diverse, there are unique challenges to this spiritual practice. While...
The question of whether queer believers can embody an alternative patriotism based on universal compassion has been debated for decades. Some argue that it is impossible to reconcile one's sexual...