The integration of LGBTQ participants' historical and contemporary experiences of religious exclusion and affirmation into their moral and spiritual narratives is a multifaceted process that involves...
Queer believers are individuals who identify with their gender, sexual orientation, or both differently from social norms and expectations. They may be called LGBTQIA+. Many religions have...
LGBTQ individuals who identify as religious face unique challenges when it comes to practicing their faith. Many religious traditions have historically been hostile towards LGBTQ people and may still...
There has been an increasing interest in Queer Theology, which seeks to challenge traditional religious teachings that have historically excluded and silenced LGBTQ+ individuals. One way that Queer...
Personal spiritual autonomy refers to an individual's ability to make their own decisions regarding religious beliefs and practices without external interference from institutions like churches,...
The metaphors of divine mercy, justice, and love are often used to describe God's relationship with humans in many religions. These metaphors can be seen as representing different aspects of God's...
In the past, same-sex couples were often excluded from receiving religious ceremonies such as marriage or commitment rites due to their sexual orientation.
This has changed in recent years as many...
Religious exclusivism is the belief that one religion alone possesses absolute truth and salvation. This belief has been held by many major religions throughout history, including Christianity,...
How do queer believers reinterpret divine revelation as continuous and evolving?
Queer believers face an uphill battle when it comes to reconciling their sexual orientation with their religious...
The purpose of this article is to explore how certain cognitive, emotional, and social factors can contribute to an individual's ability to maintain their sense of spiritual resilience within...