LGBTQ individuals have always been marginalized and oppressed in many societies around the world, leading to feelings of alienation from society, religion, and even themselves. While there is still...
Believing that you are accepted for who you are is essential to building hope, faith, and resilience.
It can be difficult when society treats you like an outcast due to your identity. It takes...
The topic of shame is one that has been widely discussed in relation to religion and its effects on individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.
There are important distinctions between how this feeling...
There has been growing interest in examining how queer believers can reconcile their religious beliefs with their identities and experiences as LGBTQ+ individuals. One major question that arises is...
There are several strategies that can be used by queer believers to navigate secrecy, disclosure, and authenticity in faith contexts. One strategy is to seek out supportive communities within their...
Queer Believers and Divine Mercy, Grace, and Justice
To understand how queer believers reinterpret concepts of divine mercy, grace, and justice, it is important to define these terms and their...
What are the psychological benefits of participating in inclusive faith-based rituals for LGBT individuals?
LGBTQ+ people face unique challenges when it comes to accessing spiritual support and...
Queer believers who belong to religious communities that are hostile to their identities often face significant challenges when it comes to reconciling their spiritual devotion with the pain of...
Reconciling Faith and Social Identity for LGBTQ Individuals
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when it comes to reconciling their faith with their social identities. For many people, their...
Strategies for Queer Individuals Maintaining Authenticity in Religious Practice
Queer individuals are people who identify with a sexual orientation or gender identity that does not conform to...