Trans-formations: a grounded theology, rooted in the identities, experiences, and understandings of trans and non-binary Christians

Clare-Young, Alex (2023). Trans-formations: a grounded theology, rooted in the identities, experiences, and understandings of trans and non-binary Christians. University of Birmingham. Ph.D.

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Abstract

This thesis is an essential step in the inclusion of trans and non-binary voices in Christian theology, which fills the knowledge gap created by the current marginalisation and underrepresentation of trans and non-binary theologians. In it, I argue that the insights of trans and non-binary Christians stretch beyond trans-apologetics to formative anthropological and theological notions without which the body of anthropological and theological knowledge is incomplete. Whilst there is an abundance of material about trans ethics, there is little trans-written theology or theological anthropology that is formative, rather than trans critical or trans-apologetic. Situated within a queer paradigm, rooted in lived experience, and drawing on grounded and feminist standpoint theory, this thesis presents the identities, insights, and ideas of ten diverse trans and non-binary Christians. Key findings concern narratology, anthropology, and theology. The data in this thesis is drawn from real lives. Please treat the research participants involved with care and respect.

Type of Work:

Thesis (Doctorates > Ph.D.)

Award Type:

Doctorates > Ph.D.

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