Session Description:
Five individuals share their different stories.
Turning Life’s Complexities into Triumph: Finding Joy Through Humility and Faith
Hailey Kynaston
Navigating faith, identity, and purpose can feel overwhelming, especially with the complexities of life. Have you ever struggled to reconcile your sexuality with your desire to follow Christ and be obedient to your covenants with Him? In this session, I’ll share my journey—from coming to terms with my sexuality, finding strength through the Atonement, and discovering the deep joy that comes from living with purpose as I trust in God’s plan and honor my covenants. We’ll explore how recognizing God’s hand and living by faith can bring the clarity, peace, and lasting joy that only Christ can provide.
The Universal Language of Love
Beth Young
As the mother of five adult children, including a gay son, a bisexual daughter, and a non-binary child, Beth shares her journey of navigating faith, family, and unconditional love. Through personal stories and heartfelt reflections, she explores what it means to follow the Savior’s example by embracing Christlike love, withholding judgment, and becoming an ally to those in the LGBTQ community. Discover practical insights on fostering connection, supporting others in their unique journeys, and gently educating those around you—all while strengthening your own faith and family bonds. This talk offers a powerful reminder that love is the universal language that transcends differences and heals hearts.
The Way I See It
Amanda Flood
Snippets of a life navigating through same-sex attraction, gender dysphoria, and following the things the Lord has asked me to do.
Think Celestial: Finding God’s Love Through Life’s Highs and Lows
Camille Coons
As we all know, life has many highs and lows, I will share how I have sought God’s love through
some of my life experiences, whether high or low (or somewhere in between). I hope that my story will inspire you to do as Elder Karl Hirst encourages, and “take a step back from whatever is in front of you and maybe another step and another, until you see a wider landscape, wider and wider still if necessary, until you are literally “thinking celestial” because you are looking at the stars and remembering worlds without number and through them their Creator” (Hirst, Liahona, Nov 2024).
Sitting in the Discomfort
Tanya Robinson
I was forced to face my sexuality, twice. I thought hiding it deep down and ignoring it would make it go away. Not until Heavenly Father told me to sit in my discomfort, and really understand who I am, could I feel his love for me and all His Children. Only then could I learn how to love with a more Christ-like love.
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