The Word is Queer Several people have asked why Folx with Faith uses the word “queer.” Recently, I was in a meeting where I used the term “queer-centric faith-based affinity groups,” and the person I was speaking with said, “Every
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The Power of Music in Queer Spirituality and Empowerment Music has always held a transformative power, especially within the queer community, where it has been an avenue for empowerment, self-actualization, self-expression, and spiritual growth. As Shakespeare famously wrote, “If music
Understanding Religious Trauma “It is a lie – any talk of God that does not comfort you.” – Meister Eckhart This profound statement by Meister Eckhart is one of my favorite quotes and starkly contrasts with the conceptions of God
Understanding Spiritual Direction with Joni Lorraine Hello Dear Folx with Faith! I’m Joni Lorraine, the Program Coordinator for Unity’s Spiritual Direction Certificate Program. I am honored to share a little bit about myself and spiritual direction. Early Spiritual Influences I
Being Mindful to Diverse Responses In Shared Spaces Vulnerability is an incredibly powerful tool for connection – to oneself, to our Truth, and to each other. As with all powerful concepts, we must treat human vulnerability with incredible respect and
Stories of Healing from Religion In reading the lived experiences of people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning, we often hear the question “Am I worthy?” Here we share with you honest, powerful, and
