The term 'LGBT' refers to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender individuals, who are often excluded from traditional religious communities because of their sexual orientation and gender identity....
How do queer believers reinterpret sacred texts to validate non-binary and fluid gender identities within traditional religious frameworks?
Queer believers have been challenging traditional...
Moral and Spiritual Empowerment
When it comes to experiencing morality and spiritual power, it is imperative for any human being to have their own set of beliefs.
This becomes more complicated...
The Bible is one of the most influential books in Western society, but it also contains passages that are often interpreted to condemn queer identities.
Leviticus 18:22 states that men who have...
LGBT clergy members face unique challenges when it comes to reconciling their pastoral roles with institutional doctrines that oppose their identities. As members of religious organizations, they are...
Queer individuals have always been a part of religious institutions, but their experiences within these spaces have often been fraught with exclusion, marginalization, and discrimination. Religious...
There has been growing interest in understanding how ritualized acts of affirmation, inclusion, or purification affect LGBT believers' self-esteem, ethical reasoning, and social connectedness....
When it comes to LGBT individuals and their representation in religious institutions, there are several different perspectives that can be taken. On one hand, some may argue that these groups have...
The question of how to balance religious beliefs with personal identity is one that many people face at some point in their lives. For those who identify as LGBTQ+, this can be especially challenging...
Mentorship plays an essential role in helping LGBT Muslims navigate their identities and faith. For many LGBT Muslims, navigating conflicting identities can be challenging because they may face...