Logo with three horizontal lines, the words 'Lift + Love' with a rainbow-colored heart replacing the 'o' in 'Love', and the tagline 'Strengthening Latter-Day Saint LGBTQ Individuals & Families'.

Join us for an uplifting day of speakers, panels, music, art, and fellowship! Gather Arizona brings together Latter-day Saint (or adjacent) LGBTQ individuals, families, and friends to share stories, find support, and build a community of belonging centered on Jesus Christ 
Saturday 18th, 2026  10am - 1:30 p.m. (with lunch to follow)
Red Mountain Multicultural Center, 7550 E Adobe St, Mesa, AZ 85207
$10 General Admission, $5 Student Admission
      Need a scholarship? Email us for a free ticket at: gatherconfaz@gmail.com

Featured Keynotes: Lisa Diamond, Laurie Lee Hall, Jeremy and Sara Kerrigan
Featured Panelists: Ben Schilaty, Steven Kapp Perry, Alisha Anderson
The day will also include inspiring musical guests and a curated art show.

*Our full program will be available here soon.

call for entries gather az 2026 art show
Calling All LGBTQ+ and Ally Artists!
We’re inviting artists to participate in the Gather Arizona Conference Art Show on April 18, 2026, in Mesa, Arizona.
Theme:  This art show is intentionally open-themed. We welcome artwork that reflects LGBTQ+ faith, identities, experiences, community, questions, joy, grief, hope, and belonging—as well as the perspectives of loving allies.
Curator: Erin Nimmer @erinnimmerart
Media: Painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, assemblage, photography, and more! 
How to Participate: Complete the submission form (link below) by April 1st, 2026. Accepted artists will be notified no later than April 5.
Important: Artists must be able to transport their work to and from Mesa, Arizona for the show.
Questions: @erinnimmerart or gatherconfaz@gmail.com
Please help us create a space of beauty, truth, and belonging. We can’t wait to see what you create—please share with artists and allies who may feel called to participate