Most Americans do not know a transgender person which means most people know little to nothing about transgender people and consequently can be susceptible to misinformation that fuels social division based on fears about transgender people. This is similar to when fear was stoked about gay people in the 20th century. But the antidote to division, strife, misinformation, and fear about transgender Americans is building relationships and sharing our lives with transgender people. Michael shares how with greater understanding and fellowship as Americans and Christians, we can recommit ourselves to pluralism and to God’s greatest commandments. Topics: LGBTQ, LDS, transgender, understanding, trans, gender
Read MoreBe of Good Cheer - Livier Mendoza Haynes Gather Conference 2023
When we hear "Be of Good Cheer," we might have the immediate thought that we need to suppress any feelings that are not happiness. However, Liv shares how the Lord helps us navigate all of our emotions specially as we balance being part of the LGBTQ community and what that means for our eternal identities. Topics: LGBTQ, LDS, mixed orientation marriage, happiness
Read MoreLaborers in the Vineyard - Ben Schilaty Gather Conference 2023
Dr. Ben Schilaty discusses the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard and how each of us is called to build the kingdom and care for another.
Read MoreBelieve - Stephen Nelson & GENTRI - Gather Conference 2023
Stephen Nelson shares his coming out experience as an LGBTQ Latter-day Saint along with the story behind the song "Believe" that was born through inspiration and become an anthem of sorts regarding his experience and relationship with God. GENTRI performs "Believe" and Stephen accompanies them.
Read MoreResolution Through the Gospel of Jesus Christ - Charlie Bird Gather Conference 2023
Gay Latter-day Saint Charlie Bird shares how exercising faith in the Plan of Salvation and the power of Jesus Christ leads to healing, hope, and resolution. Presented at the 2023 Gather Conference.
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