Queer Theology / Brian G. Murphy & Shannon T.L. Kearns

Queer Theology

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The longest running podcast for and by LGBTQ Christians and other queer people of faith and spiritual seeker. Hosted by Fr. Shannon TL Kearns, a transgender Christian priest and Brian G. Murphy, a bisexual polyamorous Jew. and now in its 10th year, the Queer Theology Podcast shares deep insights and practical tools for building a thriving spiritual life on your own terms. Explore the archives for a queer perspective on hundreds of Bible passages as well as dozens of interviews with respected LGBTQ leaders (and a few cis, straight folks too). Join tens of thousands of listeners from around the...

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Queer Theology / Brian G. Murphy & Shannon T.L. Kearns

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Religion

Podcast website

www.queertheology.com

Latest episode

Oct 25, 2026

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Episodes

Not a Spirit of Timidity 25.10.2026

We return to a familiar passage this week; 2 Timothy 1:6–14. This passage focuses on the reminder that God gives […] The post Not a Spirit of Timidity appeared first on Queer Theology .

A Faith That Finds Us Where We Are 18.10.2026

In this episode, we queer Luke 15:1–10 and Jesus’ parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin. This is […] The post A Faith That Finds Us Where We Are appeared first on Queer Theology .

From Fear to Hope 11.10.2026

There seems to be so much fear out there right now and Fr. Shannon takes this episode to explore the […] The post From Fear to Hope appeared first on Queer Theology .

Redemption Without Permission 04.10.2026

We queer the passage, Galatians 1:11–24 for this week’s episode. Through the lens of redemption, transformation, and trusting your own […] The post Redemption Without Permission appeared first on Queer Theology .

Reading the Bible Through Queer Eyes Book Launch! 24.09.2026

It’s a special episode this week as we celebrate the launch of our brand-new book, “Reading the Bible Through Queer […] The post Reading the Bible Through Queer Eyes Book Launch! appeared first on Queer Theology .

Economic Justice: Queering Matthew 20: 1-16 20.09.2026

This week we queer Matthew 20:1–16, the familiar parable of the laborers in the vineyard, and uncover a lesson that […] The post Economic Justice: Queering Matthew 20: 1-16 appeared first on Queer Theology .

When Scripture Queers Itself 13.09.2026

For this episode, we queer the text from the Wisdom of Solomon. This is a deuterocanonical Jewish text that reflects […] The post When Scripture Queers Itself appeared first on Queer Theology .

There Are No Insiders and Outsiders: Isaiah 56 and Romans 11 06.09.2026

We queer two powerful biblical texts—Isaiah 56 and Romans 11—to explore who gets to belong, what salvation means, and what […] The post There Are No Insiders and Outsiders: Isaiah 56 and Romans 11 appeared first on Queer Theology .

Queering Ruth: Chosen Family and Belonging 30.08.2026

In this episode, we look at Ruth 1:1–18 and the powerful, often-overlooked queerness of Ruth and Naomi’s relationship. Rather than […] The post Queering Ruth: Chosen Family and Belonging appeared first on Queer Theology .

Stay, Go, or Find Another Way 23.08.2026

In this episode, we tackle the complicated question of when to stay, when to take a break, and when to […] The post Stay, Go, or Find Another Way appeared first on Queer Theology .

a Moving Beyond Affirmative Ministry with Queer Theology: Brent Saccucci Interview of Brian 16.08.2026

Brian was recently interviewed by Brent Saccucci (@brentsaccucci) from the University of Lethbridge to talk about Queer Theology and how […] The post a Moving Beyond Affirmative Ministry with Queer Theology: Brent Saccucci Interview of Brian appeared first on Queer Theology .

The Sin of Sodom & Gomorrah? 09.08.2026

Because we’re the QueerTheology Podcast, of course we’re going to dive into Isaiah 1:10–18. This is a familiar and powerful […] The post The Sin of Sodom & Gomorrah? appeared first on Queer Theology .

Toward Pride With Rev. Don Abram 02.08.2026

This episode features a powerful conversation between Rev. Don Abram and Brian on reimagining care as an abundant resource rather […] The post Toward Pride With Rev. Don Abram appeared first on Queer Theology .

Taking Ownership of Your Faith Life 26.07.2026

In this episode, Fr. Shannon reflects on growing up in a high-control evangelical religion where every aspect of faith and […] The post Taking Ownership of Your Faith Life appeared first on Queer Theology .

Hard Passages 19.07.2026

What do you do when you come across difficult passages in the Bible? In this episode, Fr. Shannon explores how […] The post Hard Passages appeared first on Queer Theology .

Bridging the Rivers of Difference with Dr. Catherine Meeks 12.07.2026

Fr. Shannon is joined by author Catherine Meeks on the pod this week to talk about self-interrogation, discernment, and what […] The post Bridging the Rivers of Difference with Dr. Catherine Meeks appeared first on Queer Theology .

Bottoming for Jesus with Michael R. Speciàle 05.07.2026

Brian is joined by his longtime friend, Michael R. Speciàle (@speciale.mr) on this pod this week for an interview that […] The post Bottoming for Jesus with Michael R. Speciàle appeared first on Queer Theology .

Holding Boundaries When Your Family Won’t Change 28.06.2026

In this episode, Fr. Shannon reflects on the grief and complexity of navigating a strained relationship with family after coming […] The post Holding Boundaries When Your Family Won’t Change appeared first on Queer Theology .

Conversion Therapy Dropout with Timothy Shraeder Rodriguez 21.06.2026

Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez (@timothy.s.rodriguez) joins Brian on pod this week to discuss his debut memoir, “Conversion Therapy Dropout,”  and his […] The post Conversion Therapy Dropout with Timothy Shraeder Rodriguez appeared first on Queer Theology .

Reclaiming Ritual 14.06.2026

In this episode, Fr. Shannon reflects on how we can reconnect with spiritual practices after being hurt by faith communities […] The post Reclaiming Ritual appeared first on Queer Theology .

Laughing Through Religious Trauma with Kevin James Thornton 07.06.2026

We’re so excited to welcome comedian, author, and internet storyteller Kevin James Thornton (@kevinjamesthornton) to the Podcast this week to […] The post Laughing Through Religious Trauma with Kevin James Thornton appeared first on Queer Theology .

Can We Trust Our Experiences With The Divine? 31.05.2026

On this week’s episode, Fr. Shannon responds to listener questions that touch on some of the core themes of his […] The post Can We Trust Our Experiences With The Divine? appeared first on Queer Theology .

Prophetic Queer Plays with Jason Tseng 24.05.2026

Brian is joined by long-time friend, Jason Tseng (they/them), @queeriously on the pod this week for a joyful and inspiring […] The post Prophetic Queer Plays with Jason Tseng appeared first on Queer Theology .

The Radical Simplicity of Micah 6:1-8 17.05.2026

This week we queer one of our favorite passages, Micah 6:1–8, and explore one of the Bible’s clearest calls to […] The post The Radical Simplicity of Micah 6:1-8 appeared first on Queer Theology .

Can You Fall Out of God’s Favor? 10.05.2026

In this episode, Father Shannon shares a deeply personal and recent story about being denied Communion by a Catholic priest […] The post Can You Fall Out of God’s Favor? appeared first on Queer Theology .

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