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Elder M. Russell Ballard Answers LGBT Questions at BYU Devotional: Believes there is “Place in the Kingdom” for LGBT Members

November 14, 2017 |

During a BYU Devotional Address on November 14, 2017, Elder M. Russell Ballard, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, took the opportunity to answer various questions submitted to him by young single adult members of the Church, including two questions on LGBT issues. Ballard shared his belief that LGBT people have a “place in the kingdom.”

Affirmation Completes Hiring of Web Team to Support English, Spanish, and Portuguese Communities

November 10, 2017 |

The Internet is the safest way for LGBT Mormons to access information that is literally life-saving. The stories of others like them help them to realize they are not alone, and to see diverse examples of others who are leading happy, healthy, productive, spiritual lives. Making sure that that content is accessible and easy to find and that it actually connects with our target audiences is crucial to our mission. This web team will serve our English, Spanish, and Portuguese communities, helping to expand the reach of Affirmation.

Jairo Fernando Gonzalez Diaz and Laurie Lee Hall Join the Affirmation Board

October 29, 2017 |

Laurie Lee Hall, trans activist and former LDS Church architect, and Jairo Fernando González Díaz, descendent of some of the first LDS converts in Colombia, are the newest members of the Affirmation Board.

¿Qué pueden esperar los mormones LGTB?

May 26, 2017 |

Estar en una relación gay me enseñó cómo ser generoso y considerado con mi esposo. Me enseñó la suprema importancia del sacrificio como la más noble expresión de amor. Me enseñó paciencia, fe y esperanza. No fue efímero, nuestro compromiso ha durado 25 años, y nuestra felicidad en nuestra relación ha crecido continuamente, y promete seguir creciendo ahora que estamos llegando a la vejez juntos.

Un Padre comparte su testimonio sobre el amor a su hijo

November 6, 2016 |

Por Kim Pearson Traducción: Israel Flores Alvarez Durante meses he estado sintiendo los impulsos de compartir mi testimonio de cómo el Padre Celestial ha guiado y ha respondido a nuestras…

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…

La Proclamación Para la Familia

October 16, 2016 |

Por Roni Jo Draper Traducción de Iñaki Araquistain Mi trabajo como madre es algo que tomo muy seriamente. Ser madre de tres hijos ha sido una gran bendición. Aún cuando…

Because We Love the Mormon LGBTQ & Allies

October 2, 2016 |

Danny & I just gave an opening keynote to the largest audience to date (650 people!). It turns out it was one of the most amazing, holy, spiritual experiences of our entire lives. Preparing to speak there was some of the most important work we’ve ever done.

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.