As a gay man who was raised in a conservative Christian family, I can relate to the struggle that many LGBT individuals face when trying to reconcile their religious beliefs with their sexual...
In many societies around the world, people identify themselves as having a particular sexual orientation.
There are often conflicts between these identities and the traditional views of religion....
LGBT believers have been historically marginalized and persecuted for their sexual orientation and gender identity in many religious communities. They are often excluded from communal worship and...
The role that religion plays in people's lives cannot be underestimated. Religious beliefs dictate how individuals live their daily lives, including their dietary habits, choice of clothing, social...
Religious Doctrines
Religion is an important aspect of many people's lives. It provides meaning, structure, and guidance for individuals who adhere to it. For some people, religion also defines...
There has been an increasing awareness among many Christian denominations that LGBTQ+ people are members of their churches and deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.
There is still much...
The question of how to reconcile doctrinal traditions with inclusive practices for queer members is one that has been asked by many people within the context of Christian communities. While there are...
A study by the Pew Research Center found that nearly half of LGBT adults who identify as Christian say they have been made to feel unwelcome at their place of worship because of their sexual...
The idea that being a Christian means rejecting one's homosexual orientation is an enduring belief among some religious communities. This belief can have profound emotional effects on individuals who...