2017: How Can Local Church Leaders Create a Welcoming Environment?

Church Leader

Session Description: Christ’s invitation to “come unto Him” is extended, of course, to all of God’s children – including those who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. How can we create an environment where all can worship and be edified together?...

2018: Panel: Ministering to our LGBT Members for Church Leaders

Church Leader

Session Description: Many lay leaders want to effectively serve LGBT members of their ward but don’t know the best way to show empathy and encouragement. How can a bishop help LGBT members feel supported? How can difficult policies be explained without alienating LGBT...

2020: Panel: Staying Strong While Going Through Church Discipline

SSA Men, SSA Women

Session Description: One of the most challenging times a Latter-day Saint may face in their religious journey may be when they must navigate and endure the church discipline process. In this panel session, we will hear from those who have been able to faithfully work...

2019: Panel: How to Better Understand Your SSA/Gay or Trans Members in Your Congregation

Church Leader

Session Description: Every leader wants everyone in their congregation to feel comfortable enough to worship at church on Sundays. They also want each individual to benefit from the community and friendship of a ward experience. Come listen to real life experiences...

2021: What I Have Learned From My LGBTQ/SSA Church Members

Church Leader

Session Description: As a church leader, you have the sacred opportunity to walk with members of your congregation from all walks of life. Come and hear from three different church leaders who will share their personal experiences and what they gained by working with...

2023: How to Help and Guide My Single LGBTQ Members in My Ward/Stake

Church Leader

Session Description: As a church leader, you have the sacred opportunity to walk with members of your congregation from all walks of life. Come and hear from three different church leaders who will share their personal experiences and what they gained by working with...

2024: You Matter, Saturday Morning Keynote

Church Leader, General, Stories, Stories: Church Leaders

Session Description: Kurt reminds us that our individual stories matter and need to be shared. So many of us carry heavy stories—stories of pain, sadness, and lonliness. When our personal stories are witnessed, these struggles can begin to heal. However, Jesus accepts...