Descriptive study explores LGBTQ+ camareros’ inner qualities and behaviors in religious contexts, suggesting inclusive faith practices.
The integration of homosexuality in religious activities, particularly in the sacred practice of pagsasanto done by camareros who belong to the LGBTQ+ community, has become more prevalent nowadays. However, few studies ascertained the inner qualities and outward behaviors of these individuals. Grounded on the theory of Person Perception Theory, this descriptive-qualitative study explores the inner qualities and outward behaviors of these individuals to shed light on the integration of homosexuality in the faith community. Using a grand tour inquiry approach and snowball sampling, the researchers gathered data through face-to-face interviews with four (4) camareros from Iloilo City, all of whom had over three (3) years of experience. Following the thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke, researchers produced two (2) major themes: (1) inner qualities and (2) outward behavior. These were further narrowed down into four (4) sub-themes, yielding eight (8) categories and a total of nineteen (19) sub-categories. This study concludes that the inner qualities and outer qualities of the LGBTQ+ camareros cultivated through the practice of pagsasanto became an avenue for them to integrate their faith and identity, highlighting how religious devotion can evolve to become more inclusive, authentic, and supportive of personal and communal growth.
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