A man speaking at a conference or seminar, standing on stage in front of a large audience. A television screen showing the speaker is visible in the foreground.
A man speaking at a conference or seminar, standing on stage in front of a large audience. A television screen showing the speaker is visible in the foreground.
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dedicated to creating inspiring, educational, and affirming spaces for Latter-day Saint LGBTQ individuals, their families, and friends. Gather’s primary mission is to foster a sense of belonging— to one another and to Jesus Christ.

Now in its fourth year, Gather has become the largest community of identity-affirming and faith-affirming individuals seeking to deepen their connection to Christ, while embracing the reality of their individual journeys.

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Early bird discount codes apply only for full 2-day registration options for adults, youth, or students. Discount code must be applied at checkout during online registration. No refunds.

Early bird pricing is the lowest price that will be offered for Gather Conference 2026.

NEW: There is no additional cost for registered attendees to attend the opening social on November 12th

Two people speaking on stage at the Utah Valley Convention Center during the GATHER Conference. The man on the right is holding a microphone and pointing to his left. The woman on the left is smiling and also holding a microphone. A large screen behi
Two people sitting on chairs on a stage, holding microphones, engaging in a discussion or interview at an event with a large screen in the background.
A woman in a pink dress is speaking on a stage in front of an audience, with a projector screen behind her displaying the word 'PRESSURE'.
A man giving a presentation at the Utah Valley Convention Center with a colorful, abstract artwork projected on a large screen behind him.
Person holding a rainbow pride ribbon at an event, with tables displaying various items in the background.
Three people sitting on stage chairs engaged in a panel discussion at a conference. There is a large screen behind them displaying the event's logo and name.
A woman with short brown hair, wearing a red jacket over a purple shirt with a clerical collar, sitting on a beige chair on stage with a black curtain background.
Two people sitting side by side at a public event or conference, with one person appearing thoughtful and the other smiling and engaged.
Close-up of an elderly woman with white curly hair, wearing a brown sweater, gold hoop earrings, and a necklace, attentively watching something. Next to her, a younger woman with glasses and light brown hair is also focused on the same event.
An elderly woman with short white hair and hoop earrings, wearing a tan sweater, sits at a table with her hands pressed together in front of her, in a setting with a large colorful background and a microphone nearby.
Group of people standing on stage in front of a podium at the Utah Valley Convention Center, smiling for a photo.
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A middle-aged man with glasses, wearing a salmon-colored shirt and a beige tie, stands on a stage with a dark curtain background. He is gesturing with his right hand and speaking, possibly giving a speech or presentation.
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A man speaking on stage with a microphone, in front of a screen displaying text. The man is smiling and wearing a light-colored polo shirt and khaki pants.
An older man with glasses and a pink shirt standing behind a music stand, speaking or giving a lecture, with a dark curtain background.
An older man with gray hair in a suit holding a microphone, smiling while standing on stage.
A woman in a blazer playing a bagpipe on stage, with a presentation screen and a sign visible in the background.
A woman with glasses and long hair singing into a microphone on stage with a dark background.
Tom Christofferson speaking at a conference podium with a large screen behind him displaying his name and photo at the Gather Conference, with an audience in attendance.
A smiling elderly man in a light-colored blazer standing at a podium with a microphone, in front of a colorful abstract background.
An elderly woman speaking at a podium with the Utah Valley Convention Center logo, gesturing with her hands.
An elderly woman and a younger woman smile at each other during a presentation at the Utah Valley Convention Center, with a large sign and a colorful screen in the background.
Two women speaking at a podium at the Utah Valley Convention Center, with one holding a decorative plate and the other looking at her. A large screen behind them shows a close-up of the woman holding the plate.
An elderly woman with short white hair covering her mouth with her hands, standing at a podium in front of a screen with text that reads 'GATHER CONFERENCE' and 'a LIFT + love e...'.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair speaking at a podium with a microphone, wearing a gray blazer and white shirt against a dark background.
Three people smiling and posing for a photo in a crowded indoor event. The person on the left wears a blue cap and a purple shirt that says 'Ben's Dad,' the person in the middle is in a light blue shirt with a backpack, and the person on the right ha
A woman with brown hair and a gray blazer standing behind a podium with a sign that says 'Utah Valley,' in front of a dark blue background, appearing emotional.
A man in a blue suit speaking into a microphone on stage.
A man and woman are standing at a podium with a Utah Valley Convention Center sign. The man is holding a microphone and has glasses, wearing a reddish shirt and a tie. The woman is leaning on him, with her eyes closed, wearing a gray T-shirt with the
A man in a blue suit holding a microphone, standing on a stage with a dark curtain behind him.
A man in a suit holding a microphone on stage at a conference, with a large screen displaying a close-up of him. Audience members are seated in front.
A man with a gray beard and pink shirt speaking at a podium at Utah Valley Convention Center, with a large screen behind him showing a close-up of his face.
Older man with a beard and gray hair standing at a podium, speaking into a microphone, wearing a pink short-sleeve shirt, against a dark background with bright lights overhead.
Young woman with long red hair and a brown sweater speaking at a podium, smiling, with a colorful city scene projected on the background
Two smiling individuals, a woman and a man, are posing for a photo at an indoor conference or event, with their arms around each other. They are wearing conference badges around their necks, and other attendees are seated in the background.
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A young woman with glasses, long curly hair, wearing a navy shirt, holding a microphone in one hand, and raising her other arm in a fist gesture on stage, with a colorful background.
A woman with glasses and long curly hair wearing purple scrubs, speaking into a microphone on stage with a dark background and a piano.
Woman with long curly hair and glasses speaking into a microphone during a presentation or speech in front of an audience.
A woman with curly hair wearing a white t-shirt with a colorful heart design and the words "LIFE + LOVE", holding a phone, speaking on stage.
Woman with curly hair wearing a white t-shirt holding a microphone and smiling on stage.
A woman with curly gray hair and glasses speaking at a podium at Utah Valley Convention Center. Behind her is a colorful poster of a smiling woman with short blonde hair and glasses.
A woman with curly gray hair, wearing glasses, a cream-colored shirt, and beige pants, stands on stage pointing at a large screen displaying a colorful circular chart and a QR code. The chart has various color-coded sections with labels. The backgrou
An elderly woman with curly gray hair, glasses, and colorful jewelry is giving a presentation on stage. She is smiling, holding a remote, and wearing a white blouse and beige pants.
A young man performing stand-up comedy on stage, holding a microphone and gesturing with his hand, wearing a short-sleeved, patterned gray shirt against a dark background.
Group of 12 diverse people posing on stage, smiling, with some wearing conference badges and lanyards.
Three women smiling at a celebration or event, wearing rainbow-colored medals around their necks.
Audience sitting at an event, some wearing sunglasses, in a conference or theater setting.
People attending an art exhibit or gallery, viewing artwork on display on walls and stands inside a spacious, well-lit room.
A group of people at a pride event, with rainbow accessories. A woman with short red hair and glasses is wearing rainbow earrings and a rainbow necklace. She is smiling and looking upward. Others around her are also wearing rainbow-themed items and c
A smiling older woman with long gray hair, wearing rainbow earrings and a white polka dot shirt with a pride pin, at a social gathering with two other women.
A group of people dancing and laughing at an indoor event, with a woman in a floral dress in the center smiling and enjoying herself.
Informational poster for Gather 2025 art show theme: 'NEVERTHELESS, I WENT FORTH,' with a picture of a tree made of colorful books and rays extending outward, and quotes about courage, faith, and reflection on LGBTQIA+ individuals.
A painting of a man with dark curly hair and a beard, wearing a cream-colored head covering, holding a small object in his hand. He has a contemplative expression and a golden decorative circle in the background.
Art display table showing various paintings, including religious and stylistic portraits of hands, a person in a hoodie, and a figure with a halo, at an art exhibition.
Colorful rainbow-colored medals hanging from a display with a sign that says '$6 each'.
A display rack with colorful artwork, including a painting of a person in a red coat standing among abstract shapes and trees, with a rainbow in the background, and other paintings showing different scenes.
Tables covered with colorful artwork prints, photos, and design materials, with people browsing in the background.
A large mosaic or collage artwork composed of numerous small photographs or images arranged in a grid. The collage features a colorful, swirling design with bright shades of pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple against a mostly neutral backg
An art gallery with various colorful paintings displayed on black partition walls in a spacious room.
An art exhibit with colorful paintings on black display panels, including abstract and imaginative scenes.
An art exhibition display with paintings and a woven textile piece on black partition walls.
An art gallery display featuring various colorful paintings and artwork on black partition walls, with some tables exhibiting additional pieces.
Three artworks displayed on a black gallery wall. The first depicts a figure with rays coming from it and text resembling stairs at the bottom; the second shows a woman in a flowing dress holding an object; the third features abstract shapes with a c
Modern sculpture of a woman sitting with her head resting on her hands, made of dark material with reflective mirror pieces, set against a beige tiled wall.
Various art sculptures displayed on a black table with descriptive placards, including female figures and abstract forms, against a beige and black wall.
Art gallery display with colorful paintings and sculptures on a black table against a black and beige wall.
Art exhibit in a gallery with framed paintings and a colorful abstract mobile hanging from the ceiling.
Colorful hanging ribbons and strips arranged around a small tree inside a room with large windows.
Colorful paper ribbons hanging from trees outdoors.
Group of smiling people outdoors at a gathering, some wearing casual clothes and sunglasses, surrounded by trees and other attendees.
Two women smiling under a pavilion with picnic tables in the background. One woman wears a light blue T-shirt with a graphic of a woman and rainbow-colored sunglasses, and a name tag. The other woman wears a beige netted vest over a maroon top with a
People gathered around a table outdoors, serving and preparing food, possibly at a picnic or community event.
Three women standing outdoors during a gathering, smiling at the camera. One woman on the left has short curly hair, wearing a navy T-shirt, and has a name tag that reads 'Molly.
Two smiling men standing outdoors on grass, with trees and parked cars in the background. The man on the left wears a green t-shirt and a cap, and the man on the right wears a white t-shirt with a signature-style logo and glasses.
Two men smiling outdoors, one wearing glasses and a patterned jacket, the other with a backpack, in a park with people in the background.
Three people standing together outdoors, smiling. The woman on the left has long brown hair and is wearing sunglasses and a gray top. The young man in the middle has short brown hair, glasses, and is wearing a white T-shirt with a yellow name tag. Th
Four young adults posing outdoors at a gathering, smiling for the camera, with trees and a pavilion in the background.
Group of six smiling young adults sitting on a park blanket during an outdoor event, with other people and blankets in the background.
Group of six people sitting on grass having a picnic outdoors.
Group of young people gathered around a table at a picnic, smiling, with food and drinks, in an outdoor park.
Two young men smiling outdoors at a gathering. One wears a dark blue shirt with a name tag that says 'Stella,' and the other wears glasses, a cap, and a graphic t-shirt with a goat on it, also with a name tag.
Two women smiling, embracing, and wearing name tags at an outdoor event in a park during sunset.
Three smiling adults, two women and one man, standing outdoors with trees and cars in the background, appearing happy and enjoying each other's company.
Group of young people sitting in a circle on the grass at an outdoor gathering, some holding hands, with others in the background sitting on bleachers.
Four smiling adults standing outdoors in a park, wearing casual clothing. They are posing for a group photo, with trees and a grassy area in the background.
Three people smiling at a gathering, all wearing lanyards, inside a room with large windows showing an outdoor scene with trees and a building.
A man and woman hugging outdoors, smiling, with trees and a parking lot in the background.
Allison Dayton

Allison Dayton

Dr. Ben Schilaty

Dr. Ben Schilaty

Tom Christofferson

Tom Christofferson

Dr. Kristine Coons

Dr. Kristine Coons

Livier Mendoza Haynes

Livier Mendoza Haynes

Kylee Foulger

Kylee Foulger

Darice Auston - Gather Director

Darice Auston - Gather Director

VJ Aguilar

VJ Aguilar

GATHER TEAM

Lynell Rogers - Director of Communications

Lynell Rogers - Director of Communications

Spencer David Smith - Registration

Spencer David Smith - Registration

Amberly Bean - Host Coordinator

Amberly Bean - Host Coordinator

David Smurthwaite - Gather for Youth

David Smurthwaite - Gather for Youth

Steven Kapp Perry - Emcee & Music

Steven Kapp Perry - Emcee & Music

Javicci - Art Show Curator

Javicci - Art Show Curator

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Darci Moss - Event Organizer

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MORE INFORMATION

  • See the previous section for prices and for any available discounts.

    You’ll find the complete list of options for registration on the registration form (click the registration button at the top of the page)

    Questions? Contact us at lynell@liftandlove.org

  • We’re excited to announce that for the 4th year in a row, the worldwide Gather Conference will be held at the beautiful Utah Valley Convention Center in Provo, Utah. Find out more about venue here

  • check back here on our website and follow us on social media @liftandloverg for more information coming soon!

  • Yes! This will be our 3rd year offering Gather for Youth - a program especially for LGBTQ+ youth (ages 14+). Youth do not need to be out to attend. Youth-age friends and relatives who are not LGBTQ+ are also welcome. We are identity-affirming, faith-affirming, and respectful of all paths (church activity is not required or expected). More information about this year’s Gather for Youth program will be available soon!

    Gather for Youth takes place on the same dates and the same venue as the main Gather Conference programming. Youth register for Gather for Youth on the same Gather Conference registration form as adults.

  • Lift+Love (a registered nonprofit) is the parent organization behind the Gather Conference. Learn more about Lift+Love here

    Learn more about the Gather Steering Committee and the Gather Team behind Gather Conference 2026 here

  • Gather Conference registration scholarships are made possible by the generous donations of Gather attendees. If/when scholarships become available for Gather Conference 2026, we will announce it on social media @liftandloveorg and @gatherorg and scholarship forms will be available on this page. Please check back often, information is updated daily!

    Please note that our college student pricing is always lower than other types, because they are being subsidized by previous Gather attendee donations, in the hope that more college students will be able to attend.

    If you are interested in donating to provide Gather Conference scholarships, there is an option to add donations during Gather Conference registration. You can also donate to Gather scholarships on the Lift+Love donation page here: www.liftandlove.org/donate (specify Gather scholarship when donating)