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What are LGBTQ+ people's views on religion in the U.S.?

Less than half of U.S. adults who are LGBTQ+ (48 percent) say they identify with a religion, according to a new study by Pew Research Center.

Spiritual about AIDS

Michael McColly's spiritual journey began in an unlikely place.

The Queer, Spiritual Journey of Jedidiah Jenkins

Once a lawyer, the beloved travel writer and influencer is on a spiritual mission that includes all of us. 

Inside The Spiritual Retreats Helping Homeless Youth

A Buddhist and a Christian joined forces to create an agency to help homeless youth. Among the organization's work: mindfulness retreats that encourage spiritual practices.

Meet the Controversial Spiritual Adviser to Trans People

A Catholic nun has provided religious counseling for hundreds of transgender people throughout the U.S.

Writer Darnell L. Moore on Questioning Spirituality in 2020

The author of No Ashes in the Fire talks about the many questions this moment poses for queer people of faith. 

The Case for Spirituality as Mental Health Self-Care for Queer Folks

While the institution of the church has shut so many LGBTQ+ people out, spirituality and tradition still offer much solace for those who feel alone.

Methodist Leadership Doesn't Comprehend Gay People Can Be Spiritual

Andrew Ponder, active in the church since he was 14, on how the Methodist rejection of LGBTQ people stung him.

Trump's Spiritual Adviser Would Like to Take Back Comment

Paula White has said that opposing Trump is like "fighting against the hand of God."

Pope: Church Shouldn't 'Interfere' With LGBT Lives

The leader of the Roman Catholic Church continues to grab headlines with his compassionate stances on traditionally oppositional issues.

Anglican spiritual head to meet with U.S. Episcopals on gay issue

The spiritual leader of the world's Anglicans said Monday in Toronto he has agreed to an urgent request for a meeting with U.S. church leaders as the Anglican fellowship nears a split over the Bible and sexuality.

'Becoming Nobody' Sheds Light on Out Spiritual Teacher Ram Dass

Writer and director Jamie Catto's documentary includes a lively interview with the now 88-year-old philosopher. 

John Kasich's Spiritual Adviser Calls LGBT Activists 'Thought Nazis'

That's not the only anti-LGBT rhetoric that's come from Kasich's pastor, Father Kevin J. Maney.

Can India's Spiritual Guru End a 150-Year Ban on Gay Sex?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is among those calling for an end to India's Section 377, which criminalizes same-sex relations.

Coming Out As...Christian

The gray area where sexuality and spirituality intersect.

Artist Spotlight: Magnus Enckell

This Finnish artist's work leaned to the symbolic and the spiritual, and was surprisingly erotic for the time.

Dalai Lama: Marriage Equality Is 'OK'

The spiritual leader said same-sex couples should be able to get married.

Gay Church Custodian Wows 'American Idol' Judges With Original Song

The song, "Almost Heaven," addressed Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon's sexuality and spirituality.

Queer and Christian: Introducing Rev Kev

This out pastor has an inspirational message about reconciling sexuality and spirituality.

Tony Perkins: 'Moral Vacuum,' Not Guns, to Blame for School Shooting

We have a "spiritually sick society," according to the anti-LGBT Christian right activist.

Jess King: From dancer to Peloton instructor to life coach

The queer Latina fitness expert is helping others achieve mental, physical, and spiritual wellness through healing.