North Star’s Mission is to be a faith-affirming resource for Latter-day Saints navigating sexual orientation and gender identity who desire to live in harmony with the teachings of Jesus Christ and the doctrine and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

As a church leader, counseling with individuals who experience same-sex attraction or gender identity issues, you may wish to better understand the unique challenges and opportunities these individuals and their families are facing.

North Star offers a forum to engage in an open, candid dialogue leading to greater understanding, compassion and empathy. Learn how to offer support, to discuss sensitive subjects, discover faith-promoting resources, and understand how you can help foster a culture of love and support within your congregations.

You will come away with insight from Latter-day Saints who personally experience same-sex attraction or gender identity issues and are seeking to live their lives in accordance with gospel principles. We have the greatest respect for established church doctrine, and North Star can be a resource in building bridges of understanding.

The North Star Conference offers sessions uniquely relevant to church leaders seeking to understand how to best minister to those in their stewardship. Discounted registration is available for both in-person and virtual attendance.

The North Star Conference, held annually, features keynote sessions, and a host of topical breakout sessions facilitated by church leaders, scholars, and mental health professionals as well as individuals who personally experience same-sex attraction or gender identity issues and are striving to live their lives in accordance with the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.