Holidays
Some of us may find Christmastime to be faith-affirming, while others may be struggling to define or understand their spiritual identities. As we find ourselves in the midst of Holiday celebration, it is my wish that each of us be gentle with ourselves in our processes.
What does the light of the holidays mean to us?.As a group we will consider spiritually these three questions 1 – This Holiday Season what new light has come into…
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.
Service is a hallmark of the LDS Church. For the second year, the Church is encouraging members to serve others throughout December to celebrate the birth of Christ. LGBT Mormons can, and perhaps should, #LIGHTtheWORLD too. What kinds of service might you give to help the LGBT community this Christmas season?
If you are able, please do what you can to help make life a little easier and brighter for homeless youth in your area.