Some LGBTQ individuals remain actively involved in their conservative religious communities despite the stigma attached to their identity. This paper will examine how these individuals navigate the...
What role does mentorship within LGBTQ-affirming religious communities play in ethical development and identity integration?
Mentorship is an important aspect of personal and professional growth...
Faith is an important part of many people's lives, but for LGBTQ individuals, it can be difficult to reconcile their religious beliefs with their sexual orientation or gender identity. This article...
LGBTQ people are often faced with a difficult situation when it comes to navigating religious beliefs and sexual identity. On one hand, many religious groups offer community, support, and guidance...
In today's world, there is growing recognition that many people identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ) and have diverse religious beliefs and practices. While...
Most religious institutions around the world have strict rules and teachings that prohibit certain behaviors such as homosexual acts, bisexuality, same-sex marriage, transgenderism, etc., which are...
As we explore the intersection between queerness and spirituality, it becomes clear that there are often deep-seated biases present within religious institutions which can have negative effects on...
What is Queer Spiritual Identity?
Queer spiritual identity refers to the way an individual's beliefs about God, faith, religion, and spirituality are shaped by their experiences of being LGBTQ+....
In Christian communities, the erasure of queer experiences has had a significant impact on both theological reflection and identity formation. This is because queerness involves an understanding of...
LGBTQ believers have experienced spiritual trauma due to their identity. Their faith has been challenged, they've faced discrimination and rejection from religious communities, and they may have even...