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The Philosophical Basis of Biblical Marriage

Robert P. George4 years ago2 years ago010 mins

As people of faith are increasingly critiqued for their convictions around marriage and family, they could be strengthened by a deeper appreciation of the philosophical basis of these religious teachings.

‘Tis the Season to Spread Enmity?

Meagan Kohler4 years ago3 years ago08 mins

Our response to recent media coverage of Jeff Green’s departure from The Church of Jesus Christ

Faithful Answers to Common LGBT+ Questions

Hypatia4 years ago4 years ago011 mins

It’s not easy to know how to answer some of the challenging questions coming up about LGBT+ issues in America today. Here are some summary responses that might be a helpful guide for believers surrounded by the fraught conversation.

Exclude Not Thyself

Skyler Sorensen4 years ago4 years ago015 mins

In an effort to show compassion to our LGBT+ brothers and sisters, we should resist the urge to enable them in excluding themselves from the Plan of Salvation.

Are Religious LGBT Youth in Utah More (or Less) Prone to Suicidality?

Tom Stringham4 years ago2 years ago011 mins

The narrative that teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ are causing suicidality among LGBT youth is unsubstantiated. New research, showing a negative association between Church membership and suicidality in these youth, suggests the possibility that the opposite is true.

Covenantal Pluralism

Benjamin Pacini4 years ago01 mins

Marian Edmonds-Allen and I discuss “covenantal pluralism” which can fix LGBTQ+ and faith divides. We review her history, and religion helping LGBTQ+ rights.

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On Symbols and Identities

Tom Christofferson4 years ago11 months ago011 mins

The topic of identity and associated symbols has been much discussed of late, especially by those harboring substantial concerns. I wonder what else could be learned if we listened more deeply to what these identities and symbols mean to those who have come to find value and importance in them?

Elusive Reasoning Among Expansive Latter-day Saints

Ralph C. Hancock4 years ago3 years ago027 mins

In Faith Matters’ podcast, “Elusive Unity at BYU,” Church teachings about sexuality and the family are characterized as in profound conflict with the “real experiences” of Latter-day Saints identifying as LGBT+. In what ways might unexamined assumptions about identity be contributing to this same divide?

Can Religious Freedom Heal the LGBT+ and Faith Divide?

Marian Edmonds Allen4 years ago4 years ago011 mins

Did you know countries in the world best for religious freedom are also best for gay rights? A lesbian minister shares why she believes “covenantal pluralism” might hold a big clue for healing the LGBT+ / faith divide.

Coming Out & Walking Away. Why?

Jacob Z. Hess4 years ago2 years ago021 mins

You’ve probably only ever heard one answer for why so many LGBT+ identifying brothers and sisters are walking away. But the full truth is rarely so popular—or so simple.