Send us Fan Mail What happens when the faith we've inherited begins to meet the questions we're asking now? In Part Two of our LGBTQIA+ & the Church series, Tasharre Sanders guides us deeper into the conversation as we explore Scripture, interpretation, and the theological ideas many of us have carried for years. Together, we consider the biblical texts commonly referred to as the “clobber passages,” explore affirming approaches to interpreting these Scriptures, and examine how context, history, culture, and our understanding of the Bible shape what we believe. The conversation also makes room for an important question: What happens when our desire to affirm LGBTQIA+ people still carries remnants of the theology we're trying to unlearn? This is a conversation about more than changing our minds. It's about recognizing the difference between inherited and examined theology, making room for deconstruction, and understanding that faithful growth often takes time. As always, our hope isn't to tell you what to think. It's to create space to listen, learn, wrestle faithfully, and trust that God is present in the conversation. About This Series LGBTQIA+ & the Church is a three-part Summer Listening Series from The Faith Studio exploring one of the most significant conversations unfolding within Christianity today. Guided by theologian and educator Tasharre Sanders, these conversations invite listeners to move beyond easy answers and into deeper curiosity. Together we examine Scripture, church tradition, lived experience, critical thought, and the changing landscape of contemporary Christianity through the voices of people from different Christian traditions. Rather than offering debate or definitive conclusions, this series models what it looks like to wrestle honestly with difficult questions in community. Whether you are firmly decided, deeply questioning, or simply hoping to understand more fully, these conversations offer a gracious space for learning, reflection, and faithful dialogue. Learn More The Faith Studio exists to hold the church door open a little wider through conversation, connection, and exploration. We create thoughtful spaces for the faithful, the curious, and the tired to wrestle honestly with faith, life, and God's grace. Step into the fullness of The Faith Studio ecosystem—a space where faith, community, and care meet. Whether you're gathering with us live, going deeper on your own, or simply looking for a place to exhale, there's a place here for you. 🌿 Visit us at TheFaithStudio.org Follow along on Instagram @the.faithstudio and join Breathe—our email community where we slow down together, tend to what's growing, and make space for what matters. Ready to go deeper? Journeying Through the Seasons of Faith is an invitation to move through your faith with intention—season by season, step by step. If today's conversation encouraged you, challenged you, or gave you something to think about, we'd love to hear from you. Leave a review, share this episode with someone who might benefit from it, and continue the conversation with us. Until next time, Grace and Peace, Faith Fam.
