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El barrio Washington Park da la bienvenida a sus miembros LGBT

October 24, 2014 |

Al comenzar su discurso dijo: “Yo soy abiertamente gay y activa en la Iglesia” Era la primera vez que oía la palabra “gay” desde el púlpito de una capilla mormona. Ella continuó compartiendo su historia de auto-descubrimiento y de cómo llego a sentirse cómoda de ser su auténtico yo.

1a Noche de Hogar de Afirmación – México

October 24, 2014 |

  por Adrián Sánchez Román Con el apoyo de los hermanos en el acompañamiento y dirección de los himnos llevamos a cabo nuestra primera actividad, a las 18:00 horas del Domingo…

¿Se está haciendo realidad el sueño?

October 24, 2014 |

Por Randall Thacker, Septiembre 2012 Traducido por César Carreón Tapia Estaba sentado hoy en la Iglesia, contando mis bendiciones, sintiéndome acogido no sólo por los miembros de mi barrio, sino…

What Manner of Women and Men Ought We to Be?

October 22, 2014 |

Quite soon after I came out, they (my parents) took an opportunity to express to my brothers and their wives their determination that nothing would be allowed to break the circle of love that binds all of us together as a family.

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Reaching out to Transgender Mormons via Family Home Evening

October 22, 2014 |

A few months ago, the Spirit moved upon me to do something to fellowship my transgender and gender variant brothers and sisters. I wanted to provide a safe, non-judgmental, loving way to help my brothers and sisters continue to live a spiritual life, even when circumstances may have closed them out of the circle of fellowship within the church.

Washington Park Ward Welcomes Gay Members

October 22, 2014 |

In the opening of her talk, she said, “I am openly gay and an active Mormon.” I wanted to cheer! It was the first time I had heard the word “gay” spoken from a Mormon chapel pulpit. She continued to relay her story of self discovery and becoming comfortable being her authentic self.

Despegando

October 20, 2014 |

Por Rene Martinez Torres En mi camino al trabajo solía pasar diariamente enfrente a una capilla. Cada vez que lo hacía sentía como si un imán atrajese mi atención a…

2014 Ally Award given to Marge & Dr. William Bradshaw

October 19, 2014 |

Marge and Dr. William Bradshaw were awarded with Affirmation’s Ally Award at the closing luncheon of the Annual International Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at the University Guest House and Conference Center. Affirmation – LGBT Mormons, Families & Friends extends its fullest appreciation and honor for the dedication, love, service and sacrifice of Marge and Bill throughout almost three decades. THANK YOU!!!

The father of a gay Mormon teen reflects on the doctrinal implications of requiring celibacy

October 19, 2014 |

I want every Mormon bishop to know what he is asking of the gay youth he counsels. I want him to lead with compassion and put his judgments aside. I want him to support these youth, whether they choose to stay in the Church or not. Don’t crush that youth’s hopes and dreams demanding a commitment to celibacy. Let them find themselves and work through complications that you haven’t even considered. Listen and allow the spirit to edify both you and the gay youth in front of you.