"We are in a time where political forces are actively attempting to divide, to marginalize, and to erase the existence of transgender people—people who have fought tirelessly for visibility, dignity, and basic human rights."
"To present Jesus as transgender is not to redefine him; it is to reclaim him. It is to recognize a divinity that refuses confinement and reflects those most often pushed to the margins."
"This time, the vision was clear. Jesus could not belong to one identity, one gender, one interpretation—not now, not in this climate."
In 2026, reflections on Transgender Day of Visibility highlight the urgent need for artistic expression in response to political forces targeting transgender individuals. Laws are being enacted that restrict healthcare and public life for this community, aiming to erase their existence. The work Passion of the Crust emerges as a call to action, exploring the figure of Jesus beyond traditional confines. Presenting Jesus as transgender serves to reclaim his identity and reflect a divinity that embraces those marginalized, emphasizing wholeness over division.
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