Healing

Traffic Jam

Two Degrees off Center: When no one’s looking

January 13, 2020 |

There seems to be more rules at the intersection of LDS and LGBT than just about any other place on the map — the list seems endless. it’s reassuring to know that there’s Someone in the middle of the intersection of LDS and LGBT who’s directing the traffic, and He knows every driver and pedestrian there, where they’ve been and where they’re headed.

Many Paths, One Heart

October 16, 2017 |

For me, being a member of the human race carries an enormous responsibility and purpose for life. Each and every day I wake up, I am grateful to have another day on earth with my husband, and another chance to leave the world better than I found it.

My Affirmation Conference Miracle

October 4, 2017 |

Throughout the day, my dad kept saying things like, “I had no idea.  I had no idea.”  And, “I feel like I’m seeing with new eyes.”

Deepened Commitment to Leadership Development at Affirmation Mexico Conference

September 13, 2017 |

This conference featured a much stronger emphasis on leadership development and training than ever before, with a five-hour-long leaders session on Friday, focusing on themes chosen by the Mexican leaders. Themes emphasized throughout the conference included emotional intelligence; wellness and resilience; diverse spiritual paths; and family support.

“The work you’re doing is saving life and giving hope and breath to people”

August 7, 2016 |

Please consider making a donation of any amount that you are able. Given the heart-breaking challenges of the past year, the need for the life-saving community and connection that Affirmation offers has never been greater.

On a Journey Together

April 3, 2016 |

We desperately need an Affirmation that is united across the Church/faith divide, but just saying that we need it is not enough. If we really want it, we need to work at it. The tensions between folks on the opposite sides of that divide are very real.

“¡Abrir como una flor!”: Affirmation Colombia’s First Annual Conference

February 23, 2016 |

The Colombia conference deviated in some significant ways from the format we’ve developed for most other Affirmation conferences in the depth of ecumenical sharing and in the emphasis on non-cognitive ways of learning, experiencing and sharing.

We Are Not Alone

January 25, 2015 |

Our sexuality and our gender identities are blessings, not curses. If we allow ourselves to lean on Christ, He will support us, and with His support and guidance, we don’t have to take the hard way. We don’t have to do this on our own.

Nauvoo the Beautiful

March 23, 2014 |

There is power in embracing the fullness of who we are, body, mind and spirit. And we get energy from each other, from sharing visions, ideas and energy.