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Crayon Analogy (understanding modern LGBTQ terms you're not used to) - Allison Dayton
Lift+Love founder Allison Dayton uses crayon analogy to help explain why it's sometimes difficult for older generations to understand LGBTQ identities and terms. To find resources for LGBTQ+ Latter-day Saints and their parents, relatives, leaders, friends, and allies, please visit www.liftandlove.org for online support groups, LGBTQ terms, F.A.Q., family stories, podcast episodes, and more!
Choosing Between Faith and Family? - Parenting in the Wilderness
Anita from @parenting_in_the_wilderness explains why you don’t have to choose between faith and family.
Can Latter-day Saints Support Gay Marriage?
In this video, Lift+Love Founder Allison Dayton explains why Latter-day Saints Support Gay Marriage. Her explanation includes quotes and video clips from Elder D. Todd Christofferson.
Why Does Pride Get an Entire Month? - Video by Allison Dayton
In this video, Lift+Love Founder Allison Dayton answers a common question - Why does Pride Month lasts an entire month (when many other celebrations/holidays like Mother’s Day only last one day)?
Dale G Renlund: Suicide (Prevention) and Same-Sex Attraction (Video)
Dale G Renlund: Suicide and Same-Sex Attraction. In this video, Elder Renlund explains that LGBTQ people are often isolated, but we should treat them the way that the Savior would - with more love, care, and inclusion - not exclusion.
Ronald A. Rasband - Supporting Transgender Individuals (video)
Elder Ronald A. Rasband taught that (people who experience gender dysphoria)… “need to be encircled in the arms of their Savior and know they are loved. So often the Lord calls on us; He expects us to be His welcoming, loving arms. We need to encourage their friends to do the same” Ronald A. Rasband, “Jesus Christ Is the Answer” (evening with a General Authority, Feb. 8, 2019)
Of One Heart Initiative - Deborah Jensen Grizzell and Erick S Hacking
The Of One Heart Initiative is one stake's effort to create a more welcoming, inclusive, loving community of Saints for LGBTQ+ persons and their families. This presentation will discuss the collaborative development effort involving many levels of councils with the goal of reaching every member of the stake through existing delivery channels, such as Teachers' Councils, Devotionals, and Ward Youth Discussions. Participants will have access to Of One Heart Initiative materials and slide decks that may be used for reference as they develop similar local LGBT initiatives. Q & A with an Of One Heart Initiative organizer and a gay member of their stake.
This is the LGBTQ Holiday Message that Everyone Needs to See - VIDEOS WE RECOMMEND
This short video (produced by Encircle) has a Christmas theme, but the message is applicable all year. This video depicts a parent’s journey to accepting and supporting their trans youth. Features Miles McKenna.
"What A Therapist Wished Every Parent Knew" - TJ Thomas
As a therapist working with many LGBTQ youth, TJ Thomas provides insights and advice to parents on how to better connect with their children in his presentation “What a Therapist Wished Every Parent Knew” which was given during the 2023 Gather Conference breakout session for parents.
Dr. Jordon Sharp: Choosing Love - One Dad's Unexpected Journey of Navigating the LDS/LGBTQ Space
This challenging yet heartwarming session delves into the profound journey that many fathers embark upon when learning about their LGBTQ children. Dr. Sharp's experience as a father and bishop of LGBTQ youth sheds light on the challenges faced by parents, leaders, and children while offering insights, relatability, solace, and support.
