2017: Finding Gold in Our Wounds: Seeking Wholeness in Christ

General

Session Description: All of us carry wounds of various sorts. With these wounds can come pain and heartache, and it can oftentimes feel easier to avoid facing our wounds all together. However, if we choose to partner with Christ in facing our wounds and go deep into...

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...

2018: Panel: Tools for Thriving in a Mixed-Orientation Marriage

Couples, Spouses, SSA Men, SSA Women

Session Description: With so few people who seem to really understand the issues surrounding gender identity, it can difficult to find support. This panel will discuss the complexities of creating a support network including topics of communicating to others what you...

2015: Panel – Ministering With Love and Compassion to Those Who Experience Same-Sex Attraction

Church Leader

Session Description: Are you afraid you might unknowingly say or do something that would hurt or off end someone who experiences same-sex attraction? Do you want to show love and support but are not sure how? In a question-and answer-based setting, come interact with...

2023: Lessons Learned From Serving in North Star Over 10 Years

General

Session Description: Between Spencer and Jeff, they have a combined 15 years of service in the North Star leadership. They have been attending the conference for 10 years. As they prepare to step down from the roles of President and Senior Vice President, they will...

2024: Ministering to Our LGBT Members and Their Families

Church Leader

Session Description: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints defines ministry as learning about and helping others and doing the Lord’s work. It is also a way to serve and act like Jesus. In this session we will discuss ways to best apply these principles of...