Queerness is increasingly recognized as an identity and practice that has always existed across human cultures, yet it has been systematically suppressed through religious and political means for...
In today's world, there is an increasing awareness and acceptance of non-heterosexual identities within society. This has led to more visibility for people who identify as LGBTQ+, which means they...
Pilgrimage is an ancient religious practice that involves traveling to a sacred site for personal and collective spiritual growth. Historically, queer believers have been excluded from this tradition...
LGBT individuals face many challenges when it comes to their religious beliefs. Many religions condemn homosexuality and reject people who identify as queer. This can lead to feelings of shame and...
How does a person who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) experience religious worship spaces that both validate and exclude them? In this paper, I will explore how LGBTQ...
Navigating Cognitive Dissonance Between Faith and Identity for LGBTQ Individuals
Living an openly queer life requires navigating many intersections of identities, including race, class, gender,...
Queer believers are members of religious communities who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, or otherwise gender-nonconforming. They experience unique challenges when trying...
Queer believers are people who identify as LGBTQ+ and also practice religious faith. They have often been marginalized and rejected by both mainstream society and their own communities due to their...
LGBTQ individuals face significant challenges due to societal stigma and rejection based on their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Many maintain hope and resiliency despite these obstacles,...
The article explores how engagement with art, music, and literature shapes the lived experience of faith for LGBTQ individuals. This is an important topic that deserves careful consideration, as it...