Queer believers refer to themselves as members of the LGBTQ+ community who identify as Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, etc., but their understanding of their religious beliefs may differ...
Theology has historically been dominated by heteronormative interpretations of Scripture and the teachings of religious leaders.
Recent scholarship has revealed a rich history of queer religious...
Love, grief, and faith are all powerful emotions that can affect anyone's life, but for the queer believer, they can be particularly complex. Faith is often seen as a source of comfort and stability,...
What is Queer Holiness?
The phrase "queer holiness" refers to a belief that embracing one's identity as LGBTQ+ can be spiritually fulfilling, even though it may challenge traditional religious...
How do queer believers navigate complex intersections of faith, sexuality, and moral decision-making?
The intersection between faith, sexuality, and morality can be a complicated one for many...
Queer Beliefs Reconciliation Psychology is an emerging field that seeks to understand how individuals can navigate their identities as both LGBTQ+ and Christian. The process involves exploring one's...
The struggle to reconcile religious doctrine with one's own LGBTQ identity can be daunting for many people who identify as such. Often times, individuals may find themselves feeling conflicted about...
Queer hermeneutics is an approach to biblical interpretation that emphasizes the importance of reading Scripture through the lens of marginalized identities, including LGBTQ+ people. It seeks to...
How do queer individuals reconcile guilt, shame, and divine love within exclusionary faith communities?
Many queer individuals find themselves struggling to reconcile their sexual identities with...
Queer believers may experience spiritual rejection and marginalization due to their sexual identity, which can lead to feelings of isolation and exclusion from religious communities. This paper will...