In this episode Dr. Art Canales discusses how Christian theology got to be so anti-LGBTQ+. We also talk about how you might be able to still create at LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming spaces within more conservative churches. We intentionally get into the theological weeds around natural law etc., to help people understand the underlying theological ideas that lead to harmful practices.
Generally, there are two ways to fix these theological ideas: 1) attack them head on and shift the theologies or 2) adjust how we approach individuals on a pastoral or personal level. Both are important and Art talks in this episode about how to maneuver through more conservative theological spaces to still allow for pastoral care of all persons.
Here are some of the things we mentioned:
Fish Out of Water documentary that addresses (debunks) some of the clobber passages in the bible. We highly recommend and it's free on youtube!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSQuO8bMNfM
1946 Documentary on how the word "homosexuality" got added to some Biblical translations: https://www.1946themovie.com/
Here's the article that Rachel thought was in America magazine, it was really National Catholic Reporter, on being a gay priest: https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/place-us-being-gay-priesthood?fbclid=IwAR2Oq4m7ar-q6c3z7xs0IpaV1pKzk6z95GxopCWeXrg32jb9p3h_9jyZ_e0
As always, we talk about sensitive topics so be mindful of who's nearby if you're listening without headphones.
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