Dear All,
Just a reminder to interested parties that that UWE, in association with the University-wide Unit for the Study of Religion and Spirituality (USRS -http://www.uwe.ac.uk/hlss/research/usrc/usrsindex.shtml), is hosting the British Sociological Association Religion Group's annual study day which this year focuses on religion, spirituality and gay sexuality. A provisional programme and registration information is outlined below. If you require further details please contact either myself, or Steve Hunt ([log in to unmask]). Please fee free to circulate to any interested parties.
Best Wishes,
Dave
The British Sociological Association Study of Religion Group
Study Day, Saturday, 17th November, 2007
Conference Programme and Registration Form
Religion, Spirituality and Gay Sexuality
The subject of gay sexuality and religion has become one of the most contentious issues for the contemporary Christian Church. It has also developed as a concern for many of the other major world religions, as well as a number of new expressions of religiosity and spirituality. This study day, to be held at the University of the West of England (UK), seeks to explore a number of themes related to religion, spirituality and non-heterosexuality. For registration, please see attached form.
Provisional Programme
Yvonne Aburrow (Bath University)
Is there a distinct queer spirituality? An examination of queer imagery and themes in contemporary Paganism and Christianity
Kristin Aune (Derby University)
Between subordination and sympathy: evangelicals, gender and gay sexuality
Alys Henley-Einion (University of the West of England)
Compulsory heterosexuality in mainstream Paganism
Derek Jay (unaffiliated)
Trends in spiritual direction for LGBT people
Michael Keenan (Nottingham Trent University)
Exploring the negotiation sexuality and vocation among gay male Anglican clergy
K. A. Lucker (John F. Kennedy University Berkeley)
Five words with my understanding: Teaching LGBT inclusion to coreligionists
Alex Toft (Nottingham Trent University)
Bisexual Christians: The lived experiences of a marginalised community
Marta Trzebiatowska (University of Exeter)
Common pathways, different lives: comparing the 'coming out' stories of Catholic nuns and gay women in Poland
British Sociological Association Study of Religion Study Day
Religion, Spiritualities and Gay Sexuality
Saturday, 17th November, 2007
Venue: University of the West of England, Bristol, UK
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Registration
Cheques payable to 'The University of the West of England'. Please mail the form below to Dr. Stephen Hunt, School of Sociology, Frenchay Campus, Bristol, BS16 1QY. Map and further details of venue to follow on registration.
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Address:
Institutional Affiliation:
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Registration Fee: £36 (includes lunch and refreshments. Please mention special dietary requirements)
Student Concession: £20
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