Tonight's post is a link to an amazing talk writen by a dear friend; nay my brother from another mother; Mitch Mayne.
For those who haven't heard of him, Mitch is the first openly gay Mormon to hold a calling. He has influenced many people and have sometimes saved them from themselves...me included.
He has been a big key in helping me see the love and accept this part of me while maintaining my testimony of the gospel. He and Nadia were also my main cheerleaders to start this blog! I'm hoping to one day find the time to do a Q&A with him, but our schedules are so conflicting! Lol
He hit the nail on the head with this one! LGBT Missionaries. Please read the article and then finish My post!
It is our job to be missionaries as the underdogs... it is up to us to make these changes.
One reader told me that "change begins in the pews." Meaning, if we're not there every Sunday, it won't change.
So, despite the ignorance that sometimes spews from those over the pulpit, raising their hand in Sunday School or Relief Society, go, show up. Be strong. By just being there, you will eventually drum up the courage to speak out. It probably won't be to say "I'm gay and what you're saying is very hurtful." I'm not even there yet!
But it could be something little, then a little more...and soon, most everyone, will understand what someone like us is feeling (they still might not agree, but hey, it's a start!)
Line upon line, precept upon precept, here a little there a little.
Love you with all my heart!
<3
Jessie
