How does one reconcile religious beliefs and sexual orientation? This is a question that many people have asked themselves, but it can be especially difficult for those who identify as LGBTQ+ and...
Gendered archetypes are commonly found in religious texts and stories that have been passed down through generations. These narratives often portray masculinity and femininity as opposing forces and...
This article examines how religiously mediated stigma shapes patterns of interpersonal trust, attachment, and relational dynamics among individuals from different faith communities. Religious beliefs...
The experience of divine absence is often considered to be a major obstacle for religious believers who identify as LGBTQ+. Many people feel that their faith and sexual orientation are at odds with...
In many religions and faith traditions, there are teachings that define what is acceptable or unacceptable when it comes to sex, sexuality, and gender identity. These beliefs can create tension for...
What inner mechanisms allow LGBT believers to endure rejection by communities that claim divine love?
For many people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and/or Queer (LGBTQ),...
There has been an increased focus on the harmful impact of external religious violence against queer individuals, such as hate crimes, discrimination, and abuse.
Less attention has been paid to...
Many people have begun to identify as queer or transgender, which has had a significant impact on religion.
Many people who identify as queer or transgender may feel that they do not belong in...
As we know, religion is an important aspect of many people's lives, providing a sense of community, purpose, and moral guidance.
For those who identify as LGBTQ+, navigating these communal values...
Queer is an umbrella term for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and others that fall outside of traditional gender norms. It also refers to those who identify as non-binary...