Religious leaders are often faced with the challenge of balancing their institution's expectations with providing adequate pastoral care to members of the LGBTQ community. This can be particularly...
Ritualized prayers and meditations are an important aspect of many religious practices around the world, including those followed by people who identify as LGBTQ+. For these individuals, these...
Familial religious rejection is an issue that affects many LGBTQ individuals, leading to negative impacts on their mental health, including low self-esteem, attachment issues, and difficulty finding...
Research shows that participation in affirming faith communities can play an important role in fostering identity integration and promoting emotional well-being for individuals who identify as...
Pastoral care is an important aspect of many religious organizations that provides emotional and spiritual support for individuals who are going through difficult times. This type of care typically...
Inclusive pastoral care addresses the intersectional needs of LGBTQ believers facing multiple forms of marginalization through creating safe spaces for them to share their experiences, providing...
Faith and Sexual Orientation
Faith plays an important role in many aspects of life, including shaping personal identity. In predominantly Muslim societies where Islam is the dominant religion,...
LGBT Adolescents and Spiritual Participation: Reconciling Family Rejection
As an adolescent grapples with their identity, it can be challenging to find a sense of community and belonging. For many...
Most people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning their gender identity are familiar with the feelings of isolation and rejection they experience when trying to...
The current study explores how involvement in an inclusive religious network can reduce sensations of loneliness, shame, and self-blame among LGBTQ+ people. Inclusive religious networks are...