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...
Faith and Identity
The relationship between identity and religion is a complex one. For many people, their religious beliefs are intertwined with their sense of self and how they see themselves in...
Queerness is an identity that can be defined in different ways, such as sexual orientation, gender expression, and romantic attraction, but it also encompasses the experience of being marginalized...