Remembering Who We Come From

Queer Theology

It’s that time of year again when we have celebrations around remembrance and death. In this episode, we delve into the themes of death, remembrance, and the significance of rituals during this reflective time of year. We explore the meanings behind All Saints Day and All Souls Day, the importance of honoring those who have passed, and how queer communities have created their own rituals of remembrance. We share some of our own personal experiences of grief and loss and how rituals have been a resource of comfort for us. As we head into the upcoming Advent season, we’re going to really dive into the intention behind rituals!

Takeaways

• Death and remembrance are significant themes during this time of year.
• All Saints Day honors officially canonized saints, while All Souls Day remembers all who have died.
• The veil between worlds is considered thin during this season, prompting reflection.
• Trans Day of Remembrance highlights violence against the trans community.
• Queer and trans individuals often create their own rituals to honor their community.
• Remembering our lineages and communities is essential for personal growth.
• Grief can be navigated through intentional remembrance and community support.
• Rituals do not have to be complicated; simple acts can hold great meaning.
• Advent offers a time for reflection and intention in our lives.
• Creating personal rituals can help in processing grief and loss.

Chapters

(00:00) Exploring Death and Remembrance

(04:42) Queering All Saints and All Souls Day

(07:53) The Importance of Lineage and Community

(10:52) Navigating Grief and Loss

(14:55) Rituals for Remembering and Healing

(18:41) Advent: A Time for Intention and Reflection

Resources:

• Join the Sanctuary Collective Community and be part of our Queering Advent event

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