Trying to Fit a Square Block into a Round Hole

Trying to Fit a Square Block into a Round Hole

What happens when the faith that raised you no longer has room for who you are? In this episode, Justin Jasiewicz shares his story of growing up in a conservative Christian household where patriotism and purity culture walked hand-in-hand with theology. From Christian schools to Capitol prayer gatherings, faith was everywhere—but so was fear. Justin reflects on what it means to grow up gay in a world that told him love had conditions, and identity came with strings attached. Through humor, honesty, and some well-earned grace, he explores the long process of untangling God from the systems that used God's name. This is a conversation about spiritual survival, chosen family, and what it means to stop trying to fit yourself into spaces that were never going to give you life. You can find Justin on Instagram @JustinJasiewicz

Look at the Fruit

What happens when the faith you were handed no longer matches the fruit you see in the lives of queer folx around you? In this episode, Tiffany Dawn, writer, speaker, and host of Outgrowing the Good Christian Girl, shares her powerful journey from a black-and-white understanding of scripture to a more expansive, affirming faith. Guided by real relationships, deeper biblical study, and the quiet persistence of the Holy Spirit, Tiffany didn’t walk away from her faith, she walked deeper into it. This is a story for anyone wondering if it’s possible to love the Bible and love LGBTQ+ folx without compromise. It’s a reminder that when theology gets complicated, we can start where Jesus did: Look at the fruit.

Loving a Queer Person is Liberating

In this episode of The Queerly Beloved Podcast, Bri and Caroline—two newly married theologians—share their honest, beautiful journeys of coming out, falling in love, and wrestling with faith, family, and identity. Together, they reflect on the pain of rejection, the joy of affirmation, and the unexpected ways love can set all of us free. From late-night prayers to seminary classrooms, their story is a powerful reminder that queer love and deep faith aren’t opposites—they're a force for healing, hope, and transformation. As Bri explains, loving a queer person is liberating.

Roses, Ranunculuses, Daisies, and Daffodils

In this episode of The Queerly Beloved Podcast, Reverend Mother Grace shares her extraordinary journey of faith, identity, and transformation. A Franciscan priest and founder of The Saint Wilgefortis TRANSmission—the only Catholic ministry dedicated to serving the transgender community—Mother Grace opens up about her spiritual calling, coming out later in life, and the sacred work of making all seven sacraments accessible to trans people. With gentleness and clarity, she invites us to imagine the Church not as a gatekeeping institution, but as a garden—vibrant with roses, ranunculuses, daisies, and daffodils—where everyone is meant to bloom. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/disco-street License code: ZDVWPB7SUJFH5N5A