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Spirituality and Religiosity

March 5, 2018 |

We can say that, yes, LGBT people can be spiritual, contrary to what some might think. We seek to take care of the spirit because we know that we are all children of the same father. Romans 8:16 reads, “The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.”

Equality Utah President Troy Williams speaks during news conference on S.B. 296 with Elders D. Todd Christofferson and L. Tom Perry.

Affirmation Leaders Applaud the Growing Non-Discrimination Consensus

March 5, 2015 |

For those of us who are lesbian, gay, bi or transgender and LDS, it is reassuring that our Church has gone on record to stand with us against those who would bully us or discriminate against us.

Mexico Conference to feature LGBT Mormons, Allies

January 22, 2014 |

A diverse group of speakers is scheduled to participate in the conference for LGBT Mormons, their families and friends to be held in Mexico City February 7-9. Speakers will include LGBT Mexican nationals, a Spanish-speaking mother who supports her gay son, Affirmation leaders, and other LGBT Mormons who will travel from the U.S.

Wendy Montgomery Appointed to the Board of Directors

November 14, 2013 |

We are pleased to announce that Wendy Montgomery, of Bakersfield, CA, has accepted an appointment to Affirmation’s Board of Directors.

Mormons March in Vegas Pride

September 30, 2013 |

Carrying signs that read, “Pro-Gay Mormon,” “Jesus Said Love Everyone—Treat them Kindly Too,” and “I am the Rainbow Sheep of My Family,” a group of nearly 50 Latter-day Saints marched in Las Vegas Pride on the evening of September 6.

Gregory A. Prince: Looking at Life through the Eyes of Faith

August 11, 2013 |

Affirmation Board Member Greg Prince delivered the following “Pillars of My Faith” speech at the Sunstone Symposium held in Salt Lake City on August 2, 2013.

Massive Participation of Mormons in Salt Lake City Pride

June 17, 2013 |

Pamela Koldewyn Johanson: “If this sounds like a testimony, it’s because it is”

Mormons Building Bridges to Walk for Suicide Prevention

June 16, 2013 |

September 14 at 11:00 AM By Doree Jo Ashcraft Burt Mormons Building Bridges is partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at their Out of the Darkness Community Walk, September…

LGBT, Straight Latter-day Saints Gather in Chicago

May 16, 2013 |

Stake President Promotes Difficult but Faith-building Conversation