There are so many Latter-day Saint LGBTQ individuals & families, ward & stake leaders, and friends & allies who are LOOKING for resources & support, but just don’t know WHERE to find it! …
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…
60% of LGBTQ youth lack access to mental health care
*LGBTQ youth are at higher risk for depression & anxiety (largely because of the added stresses of bullying and lack of family/community acceptance), yet they are one of the groups with the least access to mental health care. They might not know where to get help, may not be able to afford it, may be worried about confidentiality, or may be afraid of being discriminated against…
Read MoreThe 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 More45% of LGBTQ teens have considered suicide in the past year - What can we DO?
45% of LGBTQ teens have considered suicide in the past year. We have to do something - we need every one of those wonderful kids and their unique talents & perspectives in our families, our neighborhoods, our schools, our churches, and our workplaces. But what can we DO?
Read More5 WAYS TO HELP EVERYONE FEEL WELCOME & INCLUDED AT CHURCH
5 ways to help everyone feel welcome & included at church…
HOW 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…
HOW DO YOU HELP YOUR KIDS FRIENDS FEEL WELCOME IN YOUR HOME?
We asked Lift+Love followers, “How do you help your kids’ friends feel welcome in your home?”…
“I think my child may be gay, but they haven’t come out to me… What can I do to be a safe person for them?”
“I think my child may be gay, but they haven’t come out to me… What can I do to be a safe person for them?”
Read MoreWhat can you do if you & your spouse aren’t on the same page about your LGBTQ child?
What can you do if you & your spouse aren’t on the same page about your LGBTQ child?
Read MoreDial 988 - Nationwide mental health crisis / suicide prevention hotline
There is a new nation-wide (United States) phone number for suicide-prevention and mental health crisis. “All telecommunications carriers must provide access to 988 by July 16. The number will direct calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a switchboard that provides free crisis counseling and emotional support. It also connects people to one of more than 180 crisis centers nationwide. It will serve as a universal entry point so that anyone can reach a trained crisis counselor who can provide care no matter where you live”…
Read MoreWhat 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!