Happy Healthy Homo How You Can Be Gay and Believe in God?!
Jan 31, 2024
The hosts explore the tension between religion and LGBTQ+ identities, discussing their personal experiences growing up in a Christian church, attending weddings of different religions, and the importance of acceptance and community. They also touch on the concept of journaling as a form of reflection, spirituality and faith coexisting with LGBTQ+ identity, and sleep recommendations.
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Religious Identity Among LGBTQ+ People
- 63% of LGBTQ+ people reported no religious affiliation in the 2021 census, leaving 37% who do identify with a religion.
- That 37% is a substantial minority, so being gay and religious is common enough to matter.
Evangelical Upbringing And Mission Trip
- Joel describes growing up in an evangelical, modern 'cool' church with bands, youth groups and mission trips.
- He recalls a mission trip to South Africa where he helped with building projects and youth work.
Faith Versus Organized Religion
- Faith can be deeply positive for individuals while organized religion can cause harm when scaled by authoritarianism.
- The communal benefits of religion explain why many stay even when they critique institutions.