Recently, I wrote about my struggles as a gay man in the Church. There, like everywhere, my LGBTQ friends and I have received numerous pieces of repetitive advice.

Until we consider the real implications of our statements, actions, and policies, … Read the rest here

My name is Blake Wheeler and I have been mostly closeted until just recently. I was born and raised in the LDS Church. I Served a full-time mission in Florida and shortly upon me return got married to a beautiful, … Read the rest here

Hi! My name is Christian Toelupe (Toy-Loop-“A”). I’m half Samoan and half Caucasian. I was born and raised in Utah. I’m the oldest of 4 boys – 2 queens, and 2 straights. I was raised in Payson, graduated from High … Read the rest here

My name is Kay and I am 50 years old. I live in Arizona. I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I have adopted, guardianshiped, and fostered 27 children who are the most beautiful, amazing people and have 9 grandchildren. … Read the rest here

My name is Rachel Arteta, but I go by Arty in most spaces. I’m currently in school working on my Family Sciences degree in hopes to move on to be a LMFT. My favorite thing to do is sit around … Read the rest here

My name is Carol Hall Moody, I’ve been a member of the LDS Church all my life & married my sweetheart John C. Moody in the LA Temple…we have been married for almost 48 years in January. We were blessed … Read the rest here

“Coming Out” how did these two words put together become so scary, powerful, joyful, emotional and necessary for those that are different in the eyes of the world. Sometimes people experience these two words before they are ready by someone … Read the rest here

My name is Tyler Domgaard, I am an out and proud gay man living in Utah County, studying Social Work at UVU, and I have a passion for working with marginalized youth. Professionally, I work with our amazing queer youth … Read the rest here

My seventeen year old daughter is smart, funny, beautiful, outgoing, musical, athletic, faithful, and gay. When she came out and talked to me about 3 years ago I wrapped my arms around her and told her, “Thank you! Thank you … Read the rest here

As the McClintock Young Single Adult ward praises their God in worship, the melodic tones from an immaculate pipe organ flow through the air. The music—their song, is played by an openly gay man. During these moments, and throughout all … Read the rest here