Two declined to speak on the record because they feared retaliation, and one did not respond to the request for an interview. Re-recording of Ronald Poelman General Conference talk Some are finding that anonymity is a shallow protection. Annie C. Tanner, Early External Observers Who Expressed Genuine Concerns With Mormon Practices, Eber D. Howe An example is this film clip of a movie she was in with MGM. Denver Snuffer He almost single handedly revved up Sunstone, expanded and oversaw all the symposiums (both SLC and other cities), all the publication details, etc., for years. But then the father put a robe on his sons shoulders and a ring on his finger. I wont say thats the case for everyone., Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. I am a former bishop of a Young Single Adult ward, and speak at firesides and conferences about how to more fully embrace LGBTQ Latter-day Saints, see their gifts and contributions, and better understand their unique road. Chris and Duane Johnson Joanna Brooks The Wanderer newspaper had lots of info on the man, including his weird "Wild Man Retreats" where, to the priest's delight, grown men would get naked in the woods and, uh, bond. #DezNat is a play on hashtags like #JazzNation and #RaiderNation, used by sports fans, and is meant to be a rallying point and a symbol to the faithful and unapologetic, Bellum explained in an online article published by the blog Teancums Javelin. - The Excommunication of: The September Six, Denver Snuffer, Kate Kelly, John Dehlin, Jeremy Runnells, Bill Reel, Sam Young, Cody and Leah Young Lindsay Hansen Park (Sunstone) Fr. In the case of questioning whether or not a bride is wearing garments under her wedding dress, we may not know the whole story. Jeffrey de Freese LDS Churchs massive financial portfolio at Ensign Peak, and lack of financial transparency Richard Ostler (Listen, Learn, and Love) Fanny Stenhouse In subsequent months and years, several more were excommunicated, and the church continues to punish members who voice unacceptable opinions about the faith. AboutPressCopyrightContact. The Church may see it as part of the Franciscan way of things. Ed Decker (Godmakers) Joseph F. Smith I am defining an influencer as a person or organization who is widely admired for achievements, courage, or noble qualities. Emily Sophia Tanner Richards Shades John & Margi Dehlin Even though he was . Redeem Now Richard Ostler All Popular tracks Tracks Albums Playlists Reposts Station Richard Ostler Language: The stereotype of women of color ended with her. Bill Reel (Mormon Discussion Podcast) Fawn Brodie The beauty of their relationship and being together 20 years and all the things that they were doing good returns to give back to our society, and I thought, 'Well this is outside of my doctrine, the same sex marriage, but I recognize this is a wonderful couple doing wonderful things and are great contributors to their society and have a wonderful relationship,'" says Oslter. God would cast out all cruelty and unkindess from our hearts, but we cannot obtain this without virtue being enthroned as king in our hearts first, A teaching from Joseph Smith that warns of those things we do not perceive and blindly misguide about, We do not doubt the scriptures were inspired even if they sound racist to our false ears, The Savior and the religious zealots of his day. Jerald and Sandra Tanner The record of our ordinance work on earth must mirror what heaven itself would have recorded if it is to be accepted as a record that is valid both in heaven and on earth. Lavina Fielding Anderson Consequently, I am putting together a starter list of influencers. David O. McKay In addition, officials said, the revamped policy clears the way for babies of such couples to be blessed in a traditional church ceremony. The Book of Abraham Boston resident Kristine Haglund, who has seen family members leave the church because of the policy, was even blunter. Oaks reiterated the church is not revising its doctrine on homosexuality, which teaches that having same-sex attraction is not a sin, but acting on it is. The chat application was a space where violent, racist, homophobic and sexist remarks were reportedly prevalent. Churchs promotion of conversion/reparative therapy, celibacy, and mixed-orientation marriages for LGBTQ Mormons As Elder Ballard described in A Chance to Start Over: Church Disciplinary Councils and the Restoration of Blessings, "Excommunicated persons are no longer members of the Church. I imagine him sobbing, looking into his fathers eyes, and saying, I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son (Luke 15:21). I do have hope that there are better days coming, but I also realize there are people living in those missing chapters, the gap, and its very painful for them," says Ostler. Kelly Clark (Portland) Richard Ostler served as the bishop for a young single adult ward in Magna, Utah for three years. Ostler is an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who became an LGBTQ ally while serving as the bishop of a singles congregation in Salt Lake City. Access and subscribe (free) to podcasts at (click on logos below): SoundCloud iTunes Spotify LOOKING FOR OTHER PODCASTS? As a prominent scientist, devoted family man and servant in the Lord's vineyard (including six LDS missions, service as the mission president in Argentina and president of the Missionary Training Center in Santiago, Chile), Gramps was able to offer unique answers to a myriad of real-life questions. It's a very simple principle.". I believe the fathers response stunned the prodigal son. Episode 1: Introduction Richard Ostler Episode 1: Introduction 11.7K Privacy policy Read More. Alison Udall and Steve Holbrook/Chris Holbrook (Mormon Spectrum, Steve/Chris for UVPM) Michael Brown (Mormon Stories Truth Claims Essays), LGBTQ Advocacy and Activism George Smith Angela Soffe Jeffrey R. Holland All quotes below by Fr. I can take a cholesterol test and sort of measure my cholesterol but I can't take a test to easily measure the degree of homophobia I've just innocently picked up in my life. Kate Kelly / Ordain Women Richard Rohr was a dissident, New Age guru-priest to be avoided at all costs. Jane Manning James Some #DezNat users say they have chosen to remain anonymous because members of the church have been harassed for sharing their religious beliefs. Donna Angel Showalter In . released the album "Straight Outta Compton.". BYU FARMS Craig Criddle & Geoff Ulyeman That led to a mini-faith crisis, Ostler wrote in an email. Jim Falconer It was a lovely social experience as well. Hans H Mattsson and Birgitta Mattsson Ezra Booth And I saw that refinement happen. Mithryn from Reddit An April 2019 Religion News Service article titled, "For Millennials, Mysticism Shows a Path to Their Home Faiths" reveals how young (millennial) evangelicals are "[d]iscovering the Christian mystical tradition through the work of Franciscan friar Richard Rohr." The article states: [Anthony] Graffagnino [28] was one of a number of millennials drawn to The Universal Christa four-day . Ideas for better categorization? J. Bonner Ritchie Infants on Thrones Following the prophet through practical examples. In recent months, several Twitter accounts associated with #DezNat went private or were deleted, possibly in response to a separate account that is releasing names of individuals it alleges are behind anonymous accounts. Richard H. Ostler, a former YSA bishop, speaks at firesides and conferences about how to more fully embrace LGBTQ Latter-day Saints, see their gifts and contributions, and better understand their unique road. I married my best friend and eternal companion Sheila Juergens of Houston, Texas in 1990 and we are the parents of six great children, several grandchildren, and live near Cottonwood High School in Salt Lake City. This has been pivotal in some British lds folks questioning and leaving the church by one of our own . or. There were many very interesting and intelligent presenters over that time and the conferences were very well attended. Ezra Taft Benson But he gained a new perspective as a bishop. Some posts displayed violent imagery. Repentance is an individual process that begins with Godly sorrow and ends with a change of heart and behavior. Linda Adams FAIRMormon Shawn McCraney (Heart of the Matter) Works at www.ostlergroup.com. Kim Sandberg Turner and WOCA Worldwide Hes careful in these situations. Episode 83: Devin Rios, Age 21, Queer, RM, Excommunicated, Believes/Loves the Church by Richard Ostler published on 2019-01-30T16:42:00Z. It has been called to our attention that there are some among the various pro-white and white supremacy communities who assert that the Church is neutral toward or in support of their views, the statement said. Richard Rohr, O.F.M., is not a reliable teacher of the Catholic Faith. Various heinous General Conference Talks (e.g., Boyd K. Packer, Jeffrey Holland, Dallin H. Oaks) Lack of Christ-focus at church Sterling McMurrin While Bellum contends #DezNat is not political, some followers use the hashtag to comment on current affairs. Some extremists have taken those clashes further unleashing vitriol, harassing opponents and even calling for violence. Richard Bushman In September 1993, six writers and thinkers were excommunicated or disfellowshipped for their criticisms or unorthodox theology. David Hardy They incorrectly concluded: With a lot of repenting on my part and a lot of forgiving on the Saviors part, He can change my sins from crimson red to a light shade of pink.1. Jana Reiss, Modern Critics Who Brought/Bring Attention to Legitimate Concerns Lyman and his wife, Amy Brown Lyman, who served as president of the Mormon women's Relief Society, stayed together. Lilburn W. Boggs Mormon Mental Health Association James Dabakis Matt Stone and Trey Parker (Book of Mormon Musical) President Russell M. Nelson has encouraged church members to use social media for good, and church leaders have repeatedly spoken out against racism and bigotry. Esther Peterson Natasha Helfer Parker (Mormon Mental Health) What are the three heinous GC talks? He wants you to understand the doctrine for exactly as it is: your sins shall be white as snownot pink. Gina Colvin Scott Kenney Anthony D. Miller Since then he has reported on topics ranging from TSA PreCheck to micro apartments in overcrowded cities to the various ways zoo animals stay cool in the summer heat. Bill Hamblin Max Perty Mueller The Indian Placement Program Many of the young adults I worked with had a faulty mindset about repenting from sexual sin. Websites. Fanny Stenhouse for 1872 Tell it All and her husband T.B.H. Smoot was an apostle. We are still attending funerals and trying to offer hope to many who feel rejected., It is a good step, she said, with a long way to go.. Seeking Feedback and Profiles: Do you have ideas for others to add to the list? Since his release a year ago, Ostler has continued talking with LGBTQ Mormons online and in his home. Terryl & Fiona Givens Ben Schilaty, I know what he did in Tucson and at BYU has changed so many peoples lives in being an LGBTQA+ advocate. Thomas Rogers Classicianus a Roman official was excommunicated along with his entire household by a bishop named Auxilius after he had entered a church to seize several perjurers. Both William S. Godbe and Fanny Stenhouse were former Mormons who were critical of the tradition they left. 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