How do non-binary religious adherents balance authenticity, inclusion, and doctrinal obligations?
Many religions have strict gender roles and expectations that can be difficult for non-binary...
What are the cognitive and emotional mechanisms by which queer believers reconcile faith and sexual self-acceptance?
To begin understanding this question, it is important to define what we mean...
The term "queer theology" refers to a branch of Christian theology that seeks to challenge traditional understandings of gender, sexuality, and identity within the church by reinterpreting biblical...
How can a queer person who identifies as Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or some other religion experience transcendence through the act of forgiving their faith community's teachings on...
There is an increasing trend among some religious groups to impose celibacy upon members who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBT), based on their interpretation of...
Ritual Adaptation refers to the process of modifying religious practices to make them more accessible and meaningful to individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities. This can involve changes...
Due to religious teachings and cultural beliefs that condemn homosexuality, many LGBTQ Christians face rejection from their families and communities. To cope with this alienation, some turn to...
LGBTQ+ individuals who identify as Christians may face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their faith and sexual orientation. These individuals often experience marginalization within...
How do queer believers navigate the interplay between personal revelation, communal norms, and institutional authority?
Queerness is often thought of as a political identity that challenges...
The subject of this article is the psychological effects of internalizing religious guilt around bisexual desire and love. It is important to discuss because many people struggle with this issue and...