How does one navigate the crossroads of faith and LGBTQ+ advocacy in a rapidly changing world?
Reverend Irene Monroe shares her compelling journey into activism and her views on LGBTQ+ inclusion in religious communities. She highlights key moments from her career, discusses Pope Francis's conflicting remarks, and addresses the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community under various political climates, including the potential reelection of President Trump. Reverend Monroe also explores the complexities of reconciling religious teachings with LGBTQ+ identities, the role of fear in religion, and the importance of promoting spirituality over institutionalized religion. Join us for an engaging dialogue on faith, advocacy, and the power of inclusive religious spaces.
Rev. Irene Monroe is a renowned theologian, LGBTQ+ advocate, and co-host of the podcast All Revved Up on WGBH (89.7 FM). She is described in O, the Oprah Magazine, as “a phenomenal woman who has succeeded against all odds.” An African-American lesbian feminist public theologian, she is a sought-after speaker and preacher.
With a powerful voice at the intersection of faith and social justice, she has dedicated her career to promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion within religious communities and addressing the challenges faced by marginalized groups. Reverend Monroe is widely recognized for her insightful commentary on religion, politics, and LGBTQ+ rights, and she actively engages in public speaking, writing, and activism to foster inclusive and equitable spaces. Her work bridges the gap between religious teachings and LGBTQ+ identities, advocating for a spirituality that transcends institutionalized boundaries.
She’s a Huffington Post blogger and a syndicated religion columnist. Her columns appear across the country and in the U.K, Ireland, and Canada. In addition, she writes a weekly column in the Boston LGBTQ+ newspaper Baywindows, Cambridge Chronicle, and opinion pieces for the Boston Globe.
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