Gaga-4-God!

500 Som Center Road,Mayfield OH 44143

10 June, 2023

Description

Through an exploration of the musical careers of Madonna, Lady Gaga, and Lil Nas X, join Russ Tripi, professor of "Theologies of Sex, Gender, and Identity" (John Carroll University) and YouTuber "@ThatTheologyTeacher", as he introduces the concepts of Queer Theology. This LGBTQ+ Pride-themed academic workshop will provide its audience with creative tools to reinvigorate ideas surrounding faith, religion, the Bible, and God. Free and open to all. Registration required.Some content may not be suitable for younger audiences.This is a nondenominational presentation.Presented through an affirmative lens of LGBTQ-Christian identities.Official "Pride in the CLE" community benefit partner!Special location: Mayfield Public Library (Large Meeting Room 100)For questions, please contact Russ Tripi: [email protected] the Concept: This event is part of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church's "Saturday Sessions" workshop series. Join Russ with his energetic, fast-paced, theatrical, and (sometimes) comedic style as he engages the audience in some topic of religious studies. All sessions are presented in an academic, yet accessible manner, making it ideal for individuals of all ages and educational backgrounds. About the Speaker: Russ Tripi is currently the Director of Religious Education at St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church, as well as a professor of religious studies at John Carroll University. He possesses a BA and MA in Theology & Religious Studies from John Carroll University and has over twenty years of professional experience teaching at the high school and college levels. He has published and contributed to countless curricula all over the United States and continues to host a popular YouTube channel for the purpose of making theology fun and accessible to the 21st-century learner.