Queer believers are people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, asexual, nonbinary, pansexual, or otherwise nonheterosexual while also being religious. Queer is an umbrella...
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: Queer believers can cultivate moral agency under doctrinal constraint through examining religious teachings
Clergy are people who hold positions within religious organizations, such as churches and synagogues, where they serve as leaders and guides for their congregations. For many members of the LGBTQ...
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: Clergy navigate tensions between personal identity and professional responsibilities in the lgbtq community
The concept of spiritual exile is often used to describe the experience of being removed from one's place of origin, whether physical or emotional. For some individuals, this can include religious or...
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: The impact of spiritual exile on queer believers: navigating community, belonging, and sacred connection
Queer believers face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their identity and faith, especially within religious institutions that may have strict rules and norms around gender and sexuality....
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: Navigating identity, faith, and sexuality: exploring strategies for queer believers
The process of deconstructing one's religious beliefs is not new but has become more prevalent in recent years, particularly among individuals from marginalized groups such as the LGBTQ community....
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: The impact of faith deconstruction on longterm identity outcomes among lgbtq believers.
Queer believers have unique experiences navigating tensions between their religious communities and their personal identities. They may face rejection from their families or faith groups due to their...
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: How queer believers negotiate tension between their religious communities and personal identities.
What emotional strategies enable individuals to reconcile conflicting cultural, religious, and sexual identities?
The ability to deal with conflict is crucial for human beings because it allows us...
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: Reconciling cultural, religious, and sexual identities: emotional strategies for managing internal conflicts
The prevalence of religious LGBTQ individuals has been on the rise due to increased acceptance and visibility of nonheterosexual identities. These individuals have been struggling to find ways to...
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: Finding balance: how religious lgbtq people manage faith, culture, and sexuality
In many religions around the world, there is a strong emphasis placed on following rules, norms, and traditions set forth by religious authorities. These guidelines are meant to help individuals live...
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: Sexuality and religion in conflict: navigating the challenges of being lgbtq+ and following traditional beliefs
Inclusivity is an important aspect of education that involves creating learning environments where all students feel valued, respected, and supported regardless of their differences. It promotes...
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: How educators can promote inclusivity while respecting religious identity frameworks