This is the reality for any family with gay and straight kids. The fact is, the law of chastity is different for our gay and lesbian children, they are asked to live the law of celibacy, with no help or support. A search of the church website brings up celibacy under both the Topical Guide and the Guide to the Scriptures, but each only says, “see marriage, marry”…
Read MoreGO AND SIN NO MORE (RIGHT?)
In the last little while, I’ve heard many people use this phrase as a reason to withhold support or condemn LGBTQ people. How did this happen?…
Read MoreIS EVERY INTERACTION AT CHURCH A TEMPLE RECOMMEND INTERVIEW?
“Every interaction at church isn’t a temple recommend interview, our job isn’t to determine worthiness!”
My dear friend, a ward YW president, brought this up during ward council where the group was discussing how to create a place of belonging and safety for all to worship the Lord…
The OG Lift+Lover
My dear mom passed away last night surrounded by her family. We were so lucky she was able to tell each of us how much she loves us, even @_Lukedayton on his mission. It was so hard, but it was also time. She lived an amazing life…
Read MoreHOW TO GET RID OF PRIDE FLAGS & MARCHES
A lot of people express discomfort with flags and parades. It might help to understand these were symbols and
events created 40- 50+ years ago to support those who were not being supported by family, neighbors, and church-goers. So many LGBTQ people had been thrown out of their homes and communities simply for who they were…
What is ONE THING that would improve the church experience for LGBTQ members & families?
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Recently, I asked Lift+Love Instagram Followers to tell us - what is ONE THING that would improve the church experience for Latter-day Saint LGBTQ members and their families? To see many of the responses, click the video above!
WEDDINGS
I hear about so many members who question if they should go and support the weddings of their LGBTQ family or friends…
Read MoreDo we glory in variety in all things, EXCEPT sexuality & gender?
With the wide variety of characteristics from individual to individual, why are we so surprised there is a variety or a spectrum in sexuality and in gender?
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