How does the experience of exile or marginalization resonate with historical mystical traditions and spiritual quests?
The answer to this question lies in the intersection between personal,...
Queer theology is a religious movement that seeks to expand traditional Christian teachings about gender and sexuality, challenging long-held beliefs and practices that have excluded certain groups...
How does the search for divine authenticity intersect with queer identity development? In recent years, there has been an increasing awareness of the importance of exploring one's spiritual identity...
LGBTQ Christians face unique challenges when navigating their faith and sexual orientation. Traditional Christian teachings often condemn homosexual acts as sinful and forbidden, but many members of...
The concept of authenticity has been discussed extensively within various disciplines such as philosophy, psychology, sociology, and religion. It is generally defined as the degree to which an...
Queer pilgrimage is an emerging field of study which examines how LGBTQ+ individuals navigate religious spaces to create meaningful connections to spirituality and community. Pilgrimages are journeys...
Exile is an experience that can be challenging and transformative for individuals who are seeking to explore their spiritual beliefs beyond the confines of traditional faith communities. It involves...
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when it comes to interpreting religious doctrine regarding sex, sexuality, and relationships. Traditional Christian teachings about sin, redemption, and...
Same-sex saints and mystics have been written out of Christian history for centuries, but their stories reveal an important truth about God's love for all people. These figures demonstrate that...
In queer pilgrimage, the relationship between the pilgrims and the divine is characterized by its liminality, transgressiveness, and transformativeness. This paper will examine these aspects to...