How does queer identity shape experiences of divine presence, prayer, and mystical encounter? In this article, I will explore how sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression can impact...
Queer believers are those individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+ and also consider themselves to be religious or spiritual. This can create unique challenges when it comes to navigating issues of faith...
Let us explore some definitions. Affirmation is when someone's identity, beliefs, or values are acknowledged and accepted as valid and acceptable. Exclusion is when they are denied or ignored....
Queer believers are people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or nonbinary and have faith in God. They may be Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, Taoist, or from...
Queer believers experience religious guilt when they feel that their faith conflicts with their sexuality and gender identity. This can lead to feelings of shame, worthlessness, and self-hatred,...
The process of successfully navigating both religious and queer identities can be challenging for individuals who identify as both, but it is possible with effort and self-awareness. Negotiating...
The concept of grace is central to Christian belief systems, where it refers to God's unmerited favor toward human beings. Grace can be defined as "the love and mercy given to us by God because he...
Queer believers are individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ while also practicing their faith. They often face challenges when it comes to reconciling the stories of their religion with their own...
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...
There has been an increasing interest among queer believers to explore how they can navigate their spiritual lives within religious communities that may not fully accept them due to their gender...