How does the notion of sexual purity influence the development of sexual ethics among adolescents from different faith communities? This is an intriguing question that has captured the attention of...
The article will discuss how religious communities may approach the difference between what is considered sexual sin and sexual abuse, and why this distinction can be important for understanding how...
Liberal religious communities generally believe that premarital sex is acceptable, even if it goes against traditional moral standards. They justify their position by reinterpreting passages from...
How does religious framing of sexuality influence attachment styles?
Religious beliefs have long been linked to how individuals view their sexuality and attachments. Religions provide moral...
The modern world is characterized by its increasingly diverse and complex sexual orientations, identities, practices, beliefs, and behaviors. As such, contemporary religious communities face unique...
Queer artistic reinterpretations of sacred symbols can function as instruments of liberation and critique to challenge heteronormative structures that have dominated religious beliefs and practices...
Acknowledging the sacredness of marginalized identities can have far-reaching implications for how individuals approach their lives and interactions with others. In particular, it can radically shift...
Queer Aesthetics: Challenging Conventional Understandings of Holiness, Beauty, and Sacred Space
The concept of queer aesthetics in religious practices refers to the ways in which queer people...
Psychological Effects of Prolonged Concealment or Denial of Sexual Identity in Faith Communities
Prolonged concealment or denial of one's sexual identity can have profound psychological...
Leaders of LGBTQ faith communities face unique challenges when it comes to balancing their own identities and beliefs with the demands of their congregation and community. On one hand, they must...