{"id":2399,"date":"2013-12-01T14:57:41","date_gmt":"2013-12-01T21:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/affirmation.org\/?p=2399"},"modified":"2019-02-15T16:48:32","modified_gmt":"2019-02-15T23:48:32","slug":"2399","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/affirmation.org\/es\/2399\/","title":{"rendered":"Affinity - Diciembre de 2013"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Affirmation: Gay & Lesbian Mormons\u2014Serving LGBT Mormons and Their Family and Friends Since 1977<\/center><\/p>\n
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\"\"In Minneapolis, volunteers performed a deep cleaning of a homeless shelter that serves LGBT youth and wrote letters for care packages distributed by Utah-based Safe and Sound.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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\nIn Washington, DC volunteers helped to sort through donated clothes at Casa Ruby, an LGBT community center.\"\"
\nTwenty-one people from New York gathered for dinner and collected a sizable donation for the New Canaan Food Bank.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Washington, DC dinner<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\u201cDelicious food\u201d and \u201cgreat, loving and affirming conversation\u201d in Oakland.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Affirmation Days of Gratitude and Service<\/h2>\n

LGBT Mormons, Families and Friends Shared Service Projects, Meals<\/h3>\n

by John Gustav-Wrathall<\/p>\n

Building on a tradition started by the Washington DC Chapter of Affirmation, over 250 LGBT Mormons, their families, and friends gathered in eight U.S. cities throughout the month of November to participate in service projects followed by a Thanksgiving meal and each person sharing what they were grateful for in 2013. The gatherings took place in the San Francisco Bay area (on November 10), in the Washington, DC area (November 16 & 17), and in Las Vegas, New York\/Connecticut, Salt Lake, Minneapolis, Raleigh and Phoenix\/Gilbert (on November 23).<\/p>\n

Gatherings ranged in size from eight participants in Raleigh, NC to larger gatherings of 30 and 60 participants in Minneapolis, Washington, DC, and over 70 in Salt Lake City. Even when numbers were relatively small, the gatherings felt significant. After the Raleigh gathering, where participants collected donations for a local youth homeless shelter and then met for a meal, host Jan Martin wrote, \u201cOur numbers were few… but the love was great. We each shared a little bit about ourselves over a traditional Thanksgiving feast. There was an abundance of laughter and a good time had by all.\u201d<\/p>\n

Service projects included gathering donations for food shelves, homeless shelters and hospitals, and volunteering time and energy at LGBT community service organizations and youth homeless shelters. For instance, in Washington, DC volunteers helped to sort through donated clothes at Casa Ruby, an LGBT community center. In New York and western Connecticut, a canned food drive was held for a local food shelf. In the Bay area, Christmas toys were donated to a children’s hospital. In Minneapolis, volunteers performed a deep cleaning of a homeless shelter that serves LGBT youth and wrote letters for care packages distributed by Utah-based Safe and Sound.<\/p>\n

LDS families served as meal hosts and participated in service projects as families. LDS bishops and stake presidents were invited to attend and participate. For some LDS Church members who participated, this was their first time getting involved in projects specifically organized to serve and support the LGBT community. For some LGBT participants, this was their first experience interacting with active LDS Church members in a setting where they felt comfortable being out. At the Minneapolis gathering, for instance, some of the sharing was quite emotional, and individuals spoke of how grateful they were for a gathering of Latter-day Saints where they felt completely safe, accepted and welcome. Others commented on how they never could have imagined such a strong showing of support for the LGBT community from the LDS community.<\/p>\n

The service projects helped to raise awareness about urgent community needs, and also helped build relationships between the LDS community and the larger community. Service project participants who volunteered at organizations serving homeless LGBT youth learned, for instance, how disproportionate numbers of homeless youth are LGBT \u2013 often becoming homeless as a result of family rejection. They also learned how inadequately current needs are being met by available services, with fewer than 5% of homeless youth having access to safe shelter at night. Shelter staff expressed deep appreciation to LDS volunteers for their willingness to help, and hoped to continue to build a relationship between the shelters and local LDS wards.<\/p>\n

These gatherings were ultimately about building relationships and caring communities, where service is offered and received, and where love and gratitude is expressed.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe decided to meet together quarterly,\u201d wrote Jan Martin of Raleigh, \u201cand look forward to [gatherings] to come!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBeautiful experience!\u201d said Judy Finch from Oakland. \u201cDelicious food, great, loving and affirming conversation; and between dinner and dessert, sharing of gratitudes.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe had a wonderful event for the New York group,\u201d wrote Tom Christofferson. \u201cWe had twenty-one people for dinner and collected a sizable donation for the New Canaan Food Bank, which will be especially appreciated this time of year.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Affirmation Calendar<\/h3>\n

December 14
\nLGBT Mormons, Families & Friends Seattle Holiday Potluck Dinner<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 14
\nOne Voice Choir Christmas Concert in Salt Lake City<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 15
\nCaroling and hot chocolate for Las Vegas LGBT\/SSA Mormons, Families and Friends<\/p>\n

December 15
\nAffirmation Family Home Evening Group to Gather in Utah<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 16
\nALL Phoenix – Friends & Family Group to Gather<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 16
\nHoliday Sing-Along in New York City<\/p>\n

December 18
\nBYU-Idaho Students to Wear White<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n

<\/td>\nDecember 21
\nWinter Solstice Christmas Party in Highland, UT<\/a><\/strong>December 21
\nNavidad en Afirmaci\u00f3n en Valpara\u00edso, Chile<\/p>\n

December 22
\n“Sit With Me” Sunday<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 22
\nAffirmation Family Home Evening Group to Gather in Utah<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

December 29
\nAffirmation Family Home Evening Group to Gather in Utah<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

February 8, 2014
\nAffirmation Conference in Mexico City<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

May 2-4, 2014
\nAffirmation Retreat in Nauvoo<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

September 12-14, 2014
\nAnnual Affirmation Conference in Salt Lake City<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\nRandall Thacker<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

by Randall Thacker<\/p>\n

Christmas is a season of giving. We remember Mary, who gave birth to Jesus; the Wise Men, who brought gifts to the Child; Joseph, who worked as a carpenter and, as Jesus’s step-father, provided for his non-traditional family. Above all, we remember Christ as God’s gift to the world (John 3:16).<\/p>\n

The stories below suggest two basic ways to \u201cgive affirmation:\u201d by words and love, as experienced by\u00a0Justin<\/a><\/strong>, and by making a financial contribution to Affirmation, as indicated by\u00a0Judy and Tom<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Affirmation and its services are possible because of people like you. We invite you to give the Gift of Affirmation to others by giving a year-end tax-deductible donation.\u00a0Click on the \u201cDonate\u201d tab<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0or complete\u00a0the form included here<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and return to Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends, 912 E 32nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407. If you would like to donate appreciated securities (e.g. stocks and bonds), please contact Chuck Brown at\u00a0treasurer@affirmation.org<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sincerely,<\/p>\n

Randall Thacker
\nPresident
\nAffirmation: LGBT Mormons, Families and Friends<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\"\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\nA plea to families: one of the best gifts you can give your LGBTQ child\/sibling\/parent is the gift of affirmation. I know what it’s like to live in fear of rejection from family. For years this fear nearly paralyzed me and severely limited my ability to have open communication. What an incredible relief it was to sit down recently with my parents and two brothers, to share with them my personal journey, and to have them tell me that they loved me and supported me in whatever life decisions I make. I plead with you, tell the LGBTQ people in your life how much you love them. Tell them how much they mean to you. Tell them that your love and support is unconditional. Tell them often. There is no greater thing you can do to create a safe space within your family!\u2014Justin Keyes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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\"\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\nEarlier today my friend Doug and I were talking about Affirmation and our positive experiences with it. We reminisced about the September conference, each of us describing specific interactions and overall impressions. We were grateful to have been there, receiving all that love and acceptance. At this time of year when we give gifts, I am pleased to send a gift to Affirmation. It’s been such a gift to me. Merry Christmas to all!\u2014Judy Finch<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n\n
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Clarke and I donate to Affirmation because we think the math is simple: LGBT + Mormon = Happy Families and Joyful Individuals! Merry Christmas! \u00a0\u00a0 \u2014Tom Christofferson<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Registration for the Nauvoo Retreat Open<\/h2>\n

Cost Set at $55.00<\/h3>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Register Today<\/a>!<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0Facebook Invite<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

by Hugo Salinas<\/p>\n

Registration for the\u00a0Nauvoo retreat<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is now open! Sponsored by Affirmation, this retreat is not just for LGBT people, but for all those who desire to serve in the LGBT Mormon community. The event will be held in historic Nauvoo the weekend of May 2-4, 2014. Stays can be extended from Thursday, May 1, to Monday, May 5.<\/p>\n

Rather than a full-fledged conference, this Nauvoo gathering will be a spiritual\/leadership retreat. In addition to regular workshops, the program will include time to explore Nauvoo together, cook, eat, and share experiences.<\/p>\n

A focal point of the retreat will be the Nauvoo House. Located in the center of Historic Nauvoo and mere yards away from the Mississippi River, this is the home where Emma Smith lived til her death in 1879. The upstairs bedrooms and attic of this old house have been converted into simple, dorm-style rooms. Downstairs, we will cook in Emma\u2019s kitchen and share meals in her parlor.<\/p>\n

Nauvoo is located 3 hours north of the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL). Attendees flying in will need to share the cost of renting cars. Nauvoo is 4\u00bd hours from Chicago and 6 hours from Minneapolis.<\/p>\n

For more information and updates, check out\u00a0nauvoo.affirmation.org<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\nThe Douglas Ballroom, at the\u00a0University of Utah Guesthouse & Conference Center<\/a><\/strong>, will be one of the venues for the 2014 conference<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

2014 Affirmation Conference Dates and Theme Announced<\/h2>\n

“This Is The Place” Conference to Be Held September 12-14, 2014<\/h3>\n

The 2014 Annual International Affirmation Conference will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 12-14 in Salt Lake City.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur 2013 conference was attended by over 400 people, many of whom said it was a transformational experience in their lives,\u201d says Affirmation President Randall Thacker. \u201c We look forward to another gathering as LGBT Mormons, Families & Friends at the\u00a0University of Utah Guesthouse & Conference Center<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0this coming September.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis Is The Place for celebrating our lives, our spirituality, the place to be authentic as a LGBT and Mormon, a place of joy, healing, and celebration. It’s also The Place for families, parents, and friends of LGBT Mormons to come together and support their loved ones in their journeys.\u201d Randall added. \u201cLook for future information about registration in the coming months.\u201d<\/p>\n

Take Survey, Volunteer to Help<\/h3>\n

Help us make conference even better by\u00a0taking this 10-minute survey<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0about the 2013 New Frontiers Affirmation conference. The survey also provides a place for you to sign up if you would like to be part of the planning committee and\/or serve as a volunteer at the 2014 conference.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Take the Survey<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Affirmation Launches Podcast<\/h2>\n

Co-Host Kathy Carlston: \u201cThis podcast is for anyone and everyone interested in walking an affirming spiritual path\u201d<\/h3>\n

by Hugo Salinas<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Go to the Podcast<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0Facebook Group<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Peter van der Walt (Johannesburg, South Africa) and Kathy Carlston (Salt Lake City) have just launched an LGBT Mormon podcast that informs, entertains, and inspires. \u201cThis podcast is for anyone and everyone interested in walking an affirming spiritual path,\u201d explains Kathy, \u201cwhoever they are and wherever they find themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n

Taped in an amiable and relaxed atmosphere, the first episode includes information by Daniel Parkinson on the LGBT Mormon Facebook scene, Affirmation upcoming events, and LGBT news from the U.S. and around the world. The episode ends with \u201cTiny Lower Case,\u201d a terrific song produced by the Tiptons Sax Quartet http:\/\/thetiptonssaxquartet.com\/ (which happens to feature Affirmation member Tina Richerson).<\/p>\n

Co-hosts Peter and Kathy met at a service project during the Affirmation conference last September. The next episode, which is scheduled to go live on January 11, will include interviews with the leaders of the Safe and Sound program, which is helping LGBT youth in Utah.<\/p>\n

Post your comments, questions, and ideas for upcoming shows by visiting\u00a0affirmation.podbean.com<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0or joining the\u00a0Facebook group<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Seattle, WA<\/strong>:<\/td>\nDecember 14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SLC, UT
\n(One Voice Choir)<\/strong>:<\/td>\n		December 14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Las Vegas, NV<\/strong>:<\/td>\nDecember 15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Phoenix, AZ<\/strong>
\n (Monthly Gathering)<\/strong>:<\/td>\n		December 16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New York City, NY<\/strong>:<\/td>\nDecember 16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Highland, UT
\n(Winter Solstice Christmas Party)<\/strong>:<\/td>\n		December 21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Valpara\u00edso, Chile<\/strong>:<\/td>\n21 de diciembre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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\nIn Washington DC, LGBT Mormons, families and friends gathered on December 9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

LGBT Mormons, Families and Friends to Hold Christmas Events<\/h2>\n

December Events Held Across the Country<\/h3>\n

Several LGBT Mormon-related groups will be hosting holiday-related events during December. Other Christmas-related events have already been held in Portland, Boise, Washington DC, and Phoenix. The events on the right are listed chronologically.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Seattle, WA<\/h3>\n

Date: Saturday, December 14, 2013. Time: Check the\u00a0Facebook event<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0as the exact time is being adjusted. Address: 7802 11th Ave NE, Seattle, Washington, 98115.<\/p>\n

Dave Schefcik and Justin Keyes will prepare a fabulous main course! Get ready to have your taste buds dazzled!\u00a0Please RSVP<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0so we know how much to prepare! The rest of the meal is potluck! If you’re able, please bring a contribution as follows (if you’re unable to contribute, don’t worry! Come anyway!). First name starts with: A-G – bring a side dish; H-N – bring a dessert; O-Z – bring a beverage.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0See Full Announcement<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>Salt Lake City & Highland, UT<\/h3>\n

December 14: The One Voice Choir<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 The One Voice Choir is proud to present their 2013 Christmas concert, “Silent Night, Holy Night” on December 14, 2013 at 7:00 PM at Christ United Methodist Church in Salt Lake City.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0See Full Announcement<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>December 21: Winter Solstice Christmas Party<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 Please come to our December LGBT\/SSA social. Bring family and friends! There will be music, bonfire, and sparklers to light up the dark night, and of course delicious food and good company! Where: 6433 Bull River Rd. Highland UT. Time: 7:00 PM.<\/p>\n

Please bring a side dish, hors d’oeuvre, or dessert to share. Sponsored by Affirmation, Mormons Building Bridges, and Family Fellowship. For more information, please\u00a0contact Yvette Zobel<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Facebook Event<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>Las Vegas, NV<\/h3>\n

Come spread some Christmas cheer and join us to go caroling on Sunday Dec 15th at 5:30 pm. Meet at Anita Stephens’, 6460 Glen River Cir, Las Vegas, NV 89131. Hot chocolate afterwards.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Facebook Announcement<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>Phoenix, AZ<\/h3>\n

The monthly gathering of the\u00a0ALL Phoenix – Friends & Family Group\u00a0will take place December 16 at 7:00 PM in Phoenix.\u00a0Contact Bryan\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Dec. 16 Facebook Event<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>New York City, NY<\/h3>\n

Making Spirits Bright: Please join us for a holiday sing-along. Monday, Dec 16 at 7:00 PM at Steve Smith’s Apartment. Please bring a snack or dessert to share.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Facebook Announcement<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00bb\u00a0Announcement Poster<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(PDF)<\/p>\n

<\/a>Valpara\u00edso, Chile<\/h3>\n

El 21 de diciembre en Quilpu\u00e9, a las 8:00 de la tarde. Una tarde-noche especial con motivo de la Navidad, en que compartiremos como en familia. Para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n, favor de\u00a0visitar el evento en Facebook<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0o contactar a Brus.<\/p>\n

\u00bb\u00a0Evento en Facebook<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/a>Recent Stories and Articles<\/h2>\n

Posted on the Affirmation Website and Blog:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
World AIDS Day: Raising Awareness of a Global Pandemic<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

This I\u2019m Grateful for<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Affirmation<\/a><\/strong>Women Share Experiences, Build Friendships<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Caleb Rex: God\u2019s LGBT Children Are Precious to Him<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cFamilies are Forever\u201d to Be Screened in Las Vegas<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

One Voice Choir to Present Christmas Concert<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

ALL Phoenix – Friends & Family Group to Gather December 8 and 16<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n

<\/td>\n“Light Up the Dark Night:” A Winter Solstice Christmas Party!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Affirmation Family Home Evening Group in Utah Announces December Gathering<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

LGBT Mormons, Families & Friends Seattle to Hold Holiday Potluck Dinner<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

LGBT Mormons, Families and Friends to Hold Holiday Potluck in BoiseDecember 22 Is “Sit With Me” Sunday<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Students at BYU-Idaho to Wear White, Express Hope for LGBT Youth<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Posted on the No More Strangers Blog:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Response<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Timeline of Mormon Thinking About Homosexuality<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Perspectives on Mormon Doctrine and LGBT Mormons<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A More Inclusive Understanding of the Proclamation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Discussion About Enduring Frustration and an Ensuing Testimony\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

God\u2019s Affirmation\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Gay Law of Chastity\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A Youtube Post Describing a Young Gay Man\u2019s Struggle with Suicidality\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

John Dehlin Delivers A TEDx Talk On Being An Ally\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Meeting With the Bishop (*cue dramatic music)\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Community of Christ (RLDS) Leader Celebrates Full Inclusion of LGBT People in Their \u2018Mormon\u2019 Congregations<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n

<\/td>\nStaying in the Church as an LGBT Mormon\u2013In Spite of the Pain<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Why same sex marriage is not an attack on the institution of marriage: experiences from Europe<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Would that All the Lord\u2019s People Were Prophets<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Ministry of Homosexuality: Exploring the Heart of the Matter<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

My Experience As a Parent<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A Parent’s Perspective: Making It Better for Our LGBT Family Members<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A Mother\u2019s Wish<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Salt Lake: We Have a Problem<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A Grandmother Demonstrates Her Family Values<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll Sing and We\u2019ll Shout<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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