The phenomenon of divine presence is often associated with feelings of ecstasy, joy, and peace.
When it is experienced through a queer lens, these experiences can take on new meanings that...
How do queer believers navigate tensions between institutional religious authority and personal authenticity in faith?
Queer believers are individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
In today's society, there is a growing recognition that gender and sexual orientation are not strictly binary categories, but rather fluid and multifaceted aspects of human experience. This has led...
Queer believers are individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ while also maintaining some level of religious belief or spiritual practice. This can be a complex balancing act between personal experience and...
How do queer individuals reconcile guilt, shame, and divine love within exclusionary faith communities?
Many queer individuals find themselves struggling to reconcile their sexual identities with...
How do religious communities reconcile doctrinal teachings with the lived realities of queer congregants?
Religious communities have historically held traditional views on sexuality, gender, and...
The intersection between queerness and religion is often a complicated one. For many individuals who identify as both LGBTQ+ and hold religious beliefs, navigating this intersection can be difficult...
In conservative religious contexts where individuals experience internalized religiosity and also identify as queer, there can be significant psychological impacts that emerge due to this...
The concept of spiritual purity has traditionally been associated with religious beliefs and practices that emphasize moral principles, ethical behavior, and personal integrity.
The idea of...
What is it like to be both a devout believer in God and a queer individual? The question itself can spark curiosity, confusion, and even discomfort among many people. It may raise an array of...