Digital platforms have become an integral part of modern life, providing people with access to vast amounts of information, communication tools, and entertainment options. This has also created new...
Queer believers are individuals who identify themselves outside of traditional gender norms within religious institutions. They may have different beliefs about God, morality, and spirituality than...
LGBTQ individuals often face social stigma and discrimination from their family, friends, and community. This can be especially true when they come from conservative religious backgrounds that are...
Participation in interfaith dialogues and cooperative initiatives has become increasingly important in recent years as a way to promote religious inclusion for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,...
As a member of the LGBTQ community, I have struggled with my religious beliefs and sexual orientation since childhood. Growing up in a conservative Christian family, I felt shame and guilt about my...
In Christianity, homosexuality is often seen as sinful and punishable by God. But for some LGBTQ+ individuals who hold firm belief in their religion, this doctrine can create intense inner turmoil...
Strategies for LGBTQ Individuals to Maintain Spiritual Authenticity and Well-Being Amid Exclusion or Religious Stigma
As an LGBTQ individual, it can be difficult to navigate religious spaces that...
The following strategies can help queer believers navigate exclusion, doctrinal rigidity, and heteronormative norms while maintaining their identity and values:
1) Understanding the Bible: Queer...
Engagement with Queer-Inclusive Theology
Engagement with queer-inclusive theology has emerged as an important phenomenon in recent years, as religious communities around the world grapple with...
In navigating the tension between institutional religious authority and personal spiritual revelation, queer believers must find ways to balance their beliefs and experiences within the constraints...