Tag: affirmation

Sacred Spaces

Recently, I attended my fifth Affirmation Conference.  Affirmation is a support group for LGBTQIA Mormons.  It is a remarkably diverse space that includes not just inactive/ex-Mormons but active queer Mormons and active allies.  It bridges a wide span of both…

Anger

I have a visceral memory from last year.  I remember stumbling out of Sacrament meeting with Wendy shaking and heaving with pain and despair.  Half way to our car, we just turned to each other and held each other weeping.…

Shame and Affirmation

I am the father of a teenage gay son and the sun never sets on the drama and trouble that that boy can get into.  As such, there is a continuous need to touch base and talk about the things…

Christmas Cards

Christmas has come and gone.  It is now that carefree time between Christmas and New Year’s.  The Christmas tree is still up and Christmas lights still adorn the house.  There is a bit of a food hangover from family parties,…

Barb and Steve Young Speak to LGBT Mormons

Even before he opened his mouth Steve Young spoke volumes with his very presence (and his speech was relevant and entertaining). However, Barb brought down the house. She was effusive. She was both well-prepared and spontaneous. She has projected herself…