Queer identity is an individual's sense of self that goes beyond societal expectations around gender and sexual orientation. For many queer people, this means finding meaning through their...
Coping Mechanisms for LGBT Individuals Dealing With Ostracization, Social Exclusion, and Spiritual Marginalization
The LGBT community has faced oppression and prejudice throughout history. They...
The participation in LGBTQ+-supportive religious activities can play a crucial role in promoting resilience, self-acceptance, and psychological well-being for individuals who identify as lesbian,...
Creative and performative spiritual practices have been found to significantly improve individuals' physical, mental, emotional, and social health and well-being. These activities include meditation,...
LGBT adolescents and young adults often struggle to reconcile their religious beliefs with their sexual orientation, gender identity, and spiritual identity. Religions that have historically been...
The article discusses how the perception of sacred texts as immutable can impact LGBT believers' moral and spiritual self-concept. It looks at how this concept affects individuals who identify as...
The term "LGBT" refers to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender people who are often raised in environments that promote heteronormativity, heterosexism, homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia. Many...
How do LGBTQ believers reframe divine presence within the context of trauma, silence, and survival?
Divine presence refers to the idea that God is present in the world and can be experienced...
When people identify themselves as queer believers, they may find it difficult to reconcile their sexuality with religious doctrine that condemns homosexuality. This conflict can lead to feelings of...
LGBT individuals face unique challenges when it comes to interpreting religious teachings about suffering. On one hand, they may feel marginalized within their own communities due to their identity,...