I will be discussing how spiritual mentorship and pastoral care contribute to the psychosocial adaptation of LGBTQ individuals within faith communities. Spiritual mentorship is defined as an...
Strategies for Maintaining Engagement with Faith Communities
Faith communities have always been a source of solace, support, and community for many people.
LGBTQ individuals often face...
In religious communities around the world, there are various rituals that people undergo to mark significant life events such as birth, marriage, death, and coming of age. These rituals serve to...
Psychological and Emotional Costs of Negotiating Visibility Within Faith Communities
Negotiating visibility can be a difficult task for members of faith communities who identify as LGBTQ+. It...
Inclusive faith communities play a vital role in promoting resilience, moral development, and spiritual growth among LGBTQ individuals. They provide a safe and supportive environment for these...
The queer community is often excluded from traditional religious institutions, which can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Many people seek out support and connection through...
Acceptance or rejection from faith communities can have significant effects on an individual's sense of identity, self-esteem, and overall wellbeing. For individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, these...
LGBTQ+ individuals have always existed throughout human history, but their identities were largely ignored and suppressed for centuries due to religious teachings that considered them sinful and...
Individuals can reconcile their religious identities with their LGBT identities through various strategies.
One strategy is to create a supportive community where both identities are accepted and...