The impact of clerical celibacy on perceptions of authority, charisma, and moral superiority within religious communities has been a subject of much debate for centuries. Clerical celibacy is the...
There has been increasing attention to issues surrounding sexual violence in Hindu temples, particularly regarding the misuse of power and authority by priests. This phenomenon raises important...
There are several ways that queer-inclusive liturgies can transform normative understandings of religious authority. These include challenging traditional gender roles within the church, highlighting...
Ethical Challenges for Queer Identity and Religious Authority
The intersection between queer identity and religious authority has been a significant challenge throughout history. This essay will...
Embracing a Queer Spiritual Identity as Resistance to Religious Authority
Some people have a tendency to view religion as a monolithic entity that is either good or bad. This can lead them to...
Can inclusive theology reconcile institutional religious authority with the ethical imperative of care, dignity, and inclusion? This question has been the subject of intense debate among scholars and...
LGBTQ adherents have often faced discrimination and persecution within traditional faith communities due to their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Recent years have seen an increasing...
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,...
The purpose of this study is to examine how exposure to affirming clergy reshapes LGBTQ believers' relationship with religious authority and doctrine. The research question guiding this study is:...