Families

Portland Affirmation hosts The Northwest Regional Conference; “Many Paths, One Heart”

February 19, 2017 |

Many gathered the week of Jan 13-15, 2017 in Portland Oregon for a two-day conference focused on honoring the uniqueness of the lives and the choices of every member of the Affirmation family, in or out of the Church. Wherever our individual paths lead us, Affirmation is committed to the Zion-like quality of being ‘of one heart.’ Hence the title “Many Paths, One Heart.” Re-live the messages shared or watch for the first time.

Una madre da un mensaje a su barrio

October 30, 2016 |

Por Wendy Montgomery Traducción: Isra Flores Alvarez Estaba aterrorizada. Tenía que apretar las rodillas para que pudieran dejar de temblar. Estoy segura de que si se pusiera un micrófono a…

The Dominican Republic Affirmation Chapter

August 28, 2016 |

Affirmation Dominican leaders and other members have volunteered and joined forces to rent an office for The Rainbow Ark and have started program coordination, international affiliations, coordinating hosting and arranging visa process operations for incoming participants. For young adults 18+ and older The Organization will assist in work placement and provide help with accommodation, visas and relocation assistance.

Independent of What May Happen at Church, the Lord Never Forgets Us

July 26, 2015 |

“There is a lot of confusing noise out there and it will only get louder as we and fellow church members and leaders navigate the transition to an affirming Zion society that values all families. If we focus on the un-affirming noise or contribute to the unkindness we will quickly lose sight of the sweet peace the Gospel can bring.”

When Religion Creates Dragons

January 24, 2015 |

If opposing homosexuality on all levels is ultimately the right path in God’s eyes and I’m wrong, I risk having loved too deeply and trying too hard to be empathetic and I will be punished accordingly. If, however, equal rights for homosexuals is actually in line with Christ’s will and I didn’t help my fellowman—I risk causing pain, suicide, distancing people from God, and depriving other people of the things in life I love best.

Affirmation – LGBT Mormons, Families & Friends Shares Its Perspective on Upcoming TLC Show, “My Husband’s Not Gay.”

January 9, 2015 |

We respect the right of all people to tell their own story. However, it is vital to point out that these stories belong to the couples who own them in their personal lives and should never be used to manipulate others into false hope or dictated life choices.

Affirmation at LA Pride

June 26, 2014 |

A special light came into the eyes of men and women who had once been close to the church but had distanced themselves because of the pain, when they read our sign and realized who we were. It was beautiful to listen to their stories, share ours, and express our love for them.

LGBT Mormons, Families and Friends to Hold Holiday Potluck in Boise

December 20, 2013 |

Please join us in Boise on December 6 for a holiday potluck in Boise. 7 PM at 810 Brumback St, Boise, ID 83702 . RSVP by calling 208.297.0600. For more information, please contact Mel Henderson.

New Documentary Tells Story of Mormon Family, 14-year-old Gay Son

June 27, 2013 |

“Families Are Forever” to Be Screened July 31 during Free Sunstone Lecture