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Video: Being Transgender In The Mormon Church

December 7, 2017 |

Emmett Claren shares his experience as a transgender Mormon man. This video follows Emmett while preparing for his long-awaited top surgery, his reaction to the results, and includes a discussion with other transgender Mormons about why they stay and their hope to be accepted by the LDS Church.

Two Degrees off Center: Hero Worship

December 6, 2017 |

There are millions of ordinary people living ordinary lives but hiding in the dark, afraid to come into the light. Each of us is on our own individual journey, and we need to respect everyone’s timetable. We can let our light shine for others who are waiting for the right moment to let their light as LGBT people shine.

Are Cakes Art? Mormons, Marriage, Religious Freedom, and the Supreme Court

December 6, 2017 |

Is the baking and decorating of a wedding cake a form of artistic expression? If so, can a baker refuse to create a cake for a same-sex couple based on their religious beliefs? These are the questions the United States Supreme Court are wrestling with now. The LDS Church has a stake in how these questions are answered.

Imagine Dragons ‘Dan Reynolds Enfrenta a Posição LGBTQ da Igreja Mórmon

December 6, 2017 |

“Se os líderes não mudarem seus ensinamentos, são os membros que têm a dizer” isso não parece certo, e não estamos bem com isso “,

World AIDS Day

December 4, 2017 |

With December 1st having been World AIDS day, we look at some history and current realities in the struggle against HIV and AIDS. While no longer a death sentence, we should protect ourselves and others from contracting HIV.

Dealing with Stress Individually and Collectively

December 4, 2017 |

While the holidays are a time of celebration, they can also mean additional stress for anyone. For LGBT Mormons and their families, the holidays can be particularly stressful. We can combat stress by recognizing the cycle of stress and stress-induced habits, keeping perspective, and avoiding judging ourselves and others. We can learn to manage stress in a healthy way.

Support Affirmation While Shopping on Amazon

December 4, 2017 |

With Amazon Smile, you can support Affirmation’s efforts to connect and support LGBT Mormons, their family members, and friends throughout the world by doing something you already do: shop on Amazon. Just go to smile.amazon.com, select Affirmation Gay and Lesbian Mormons as your charity, and shop on Amazon as you normally would. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchases to Affirmation.

Día internacional de la lucha contra el SIDA

December 3, 2017 |

Por David Mans El primero de diciembre de cada año se conmemora la lucha contra el SIDA y el VIH. En el año 1981 empezaron a registrarse muertes entre la…

Conheça o Homem Que Se Tornou Um Alento LGBTQ Enquanto Servia Como Bispo Mórmon

December 3, 2017 |

Eu percebi que eu estou aprendendo coisas aqui que são diferentes. Estou percebendo que ser gay não é uma escolha. É um presente dado por Deus para eles. A orientação de todos é um presente dado por Deus “.