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2015: “Journeys of Faith” – Personal Stories of Navigating Gender Identity
2015Session Description: You may have wondered, “What does intimacy really mean?” Intimacy is a type of closeness –personal and affectionate – that makes relationships richer and bonds people...
2015: Leading with Love and Dispelling Shame
2015Session Description: It’s very common for men and women who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria to feel shame for who they are as a person. In that situation, shame is one of the...
2015: What Now? – My Loved One Just Came Out
2015Session Description: Coming out can be both a scary and exciting experience for an individual. Research has shown that family behavior affects a child’s self-esteem, life satisfaction, social...
2015: Building and Maintaining an Intimate Relationship
2015Session Description: You may have wondered, “What does intimacy really mean?” Intimacy is a type of closeness –personal and affectionate – that makes relationships richer and bonds people...
2015: Understanding the Cycle of Connection
2015Session Description: If we feel rejected or if a relationship just isn’t going how we thought it would, how can we avoid returning to unhealthy coping mechanisms? Join us in this session as we...
2015: Panel – Finding Peace in All Stages of Life
2015Session Description: In a world of constant stress and commotion you may ask yourself, “Where can I turn for peace?” You may think the grass is greener on the other side, but you can do a lot to...
2015: The Journey of Healing
2015Session Description: No matter where we are in life or what we have done, we have access to healing through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Have you faced addictions, abuse, depression, or any...
2015: Helping Others Discover a Deeper Connection with God Through Your Experience with Same-Sex Attraction
2015Session Description: Is there any purpose to same-sex attraction? Some may feel it is a curse, but others believe it is one of their greatest blessings. Many have learned to grow closer to God...
2015: Now What? Understanding the Many Facets of Gender Dysphoria
2015Session Description: When initially coming to grips with Gender Dysphoria, one can feel frustrated, frightened or isolated. Knowing where to turn, how to talk about it, what helps exists, is...
2015: Introduction to North Star and the Voices of Hope Project
2015Session Description: How can North Star International support you as you minister to individuals and families in the ward that have been affected by same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria? What...