Witnessing inclusion or exclusion in religious institutions can have profound effects on an individual's social learning, moral reasoning, and empathy. In this article, I will explore how these...
LGBTQ believers are individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, allies, or non-binary, and also believe in a religious faith that teaches...
Can alienation from the church be reinterpreted as a new form of spiritual pilgrimage? This is an important question that has been raised by many people who have left their churches due to various...
Queer theology is an emerging field within Christian theology that seeks to explore and affirm the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals within the context of their faith. It is grounded in the belief...
The idea of love between people of different gender identities has been present throughout human history, but it was often viewed as something sinful and shameful. In many religions, including...
For most people, the word "revelation" conjures up images of God speaking to his prophets through sacred scripture.
For queer believers, this understanding is problematic because it implies that...
Ritual Reinterpretation for LGBT Believers
Sacred rituals are integral parts of religious traditions around the world. They serve to connect individuals and communities with their spiritual...
Ethical Dilemmas Faced By Queer Clergy Navigating Institutional Expectations And Personal Integrity
As members of religious institutions, queer clergy often face ethical challenges when trying to...
The study of religion has traditionally focused on the beliefs, practices, and doctrines that individuals hold about God, gods, and other supernatural entities.
Recent scholarship has begun to...
Effective spiritual mentorship can be defined as a relationship between an individual who is seeking to grow spiritually and another person who provides guidance, support, and encouragement along...