SJSD 63 LGBTQ+ Issues in Christianity

This course will examine the state of the relations between Christian communities around the world and LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.  Social justice implies that Christian communities dialogue with all people.  This dialogue has implications for internal community, as well as societal dynamics.  This course may discuss some of the following questions:  What are the specific religious issues that lead to injustices, violations of human rights and even crimes against humanity in specific cultures and nations?  What are the ways in which colonial history is complicating the discussion of the full participation of LGBTQ+ people in Christian communities?  What is the state of this dialogue in various Christian denominations?