The struggle between personal desire, sexual identity, and spiritual devotion has been an age-old debate among people who identify themselves as "queer". While some individuals may choose to...
There has been an increasing awareness of the negative effects that exclusion from faith communities can have on the mental health and social wellbeing of LGBTQ individuals. Research shows that...
There are many different types of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, agender, pansexual, nonbinary, etc., but they all have one thing in...
Gratitude is an important part of the process of healing from religiously motivated trauma. When people are exposed to traumatic experiences that are related to their religious beliefs, it can be...
Secrecy in confession is an important aspect of Catholic tradition that has been linked to larger patterns of silence surrounding queer spirituality. This practice dates back centuries and involves...
In modern society, most religions have strict rules regarding sexual orientation and gender identities that do not accept homosexuality. As a result, many people who identify themselves as lesbian,...
Online faith communities are becoming increasingly popular among members of the LGBT community, who often feel marginalized and discriminated against in traditional religious spaces. By creating...
The subject of social ostracism is not new but has become more relevant than ever in recent years. Ostracism is when someone is excluded from a community because they do not fit into its norms. This...
To answer this question, it is necessary to understand what constitutes identity integration, moral formation, and spiritual flourishing. Identity integration refers to the process of integrating...
How does online religious discourse shape the visibility and empowerment of LGBTQ believers?
Online religious discourse has become increasingly important for LGBTQ individuals seeking community,...