My journey towards embracing my identity as a queer pastor has been a difficult one, marked by internal conflicts, external pressures, and profound spiritual questioning. The difficulties I have faced have been both deeply personal and intrinsically tied to my role as a spiritual leader. Needless to say, the challenges I’ve encountered while coming out… Read More Coming Out in Faith
In an era where information dissemination is at the fingertips of billions, the power of words has never been more apparent. The evolution of communication technology has facilitated the rapid spread of ideas, opinions, and unfortunately, falsehoods. At times, these falsehoods take the form of slanderous statements, designed to tarnish an individual’s reputation and inflict… Read More “They lied about me and…”
Throughout history, various religious and spiritual traditions have attempted to understand and describe God. Like many, I grew up thinking that God is infinite, eternal, omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent, all while acknowledging that characteristics are difficult for human minds to fully comprehend. The mystery of God encompasses the questions of God’s existence, nature, purpose, and… Read More The Mystery
Prejudice is often rooted in ignorance and fear. Prejudice against homosexuality can develop from a variety of factors, including cultural norms, religious beliefs, personal experiences, and societal attitudes. Educating oneself and engaging with LGBTQ+ individuals is the only way I can imagine to challenge negative stereotypes and stereotypes and reduce the current prejudice. Anti-gay prejudice… Read More The Right is Wrong
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