Episode #53: Eve

Resources Mentioned:

Faith Matters Podcast - (An Episode of Sanctuary, Discovering the Temple) A Deeper Look at the Creation Story with Jared Lambert https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9s8ihuPlif0

Lift and Love Podcast - Episode 3 - Healthy Sexuality and Identity in LDS Youth with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hgjf7-f584d2

"The Two Trees" by Valerie Hudson https://www.fairlatterdaysaints.org/conference_home/august-2010/the-two-trees

Elder Dallin H. Oaks, “The Great Plan of Happiness,” October 1993 General Conference https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/the-great-plan-of-happiness?lang=eng Topic: Distinction between sin and transgression regarding Eve, explains that the transgression was a formality.

Elder Patrick Kearon, “God’s Intent is To Bring You Home,” August 2024 General Confernece https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/45kearon?lang=eng Topic: "God being in relentless pursuit of you" Described as welcoming, including, not othering or excluding

Scripture References:

• Moses (Book of Moses)
• Genesis 3
• The Family Proclamation (referenced in context of FSY curriculum)

Connect With Us:

Call the Lift+Love voicemail line (801) 382-8420 to share ideas for topics you’d like us to discuss in future episodes.

Tags: #LGBTQ #LDS #Mormon #ParentingLGBTQ #Faith #Family #TransYouth #ChurchOfJesusChrist #QueerFaith #LiftAndLoveorg

In this episode, Allison Dayton, Jenie Hunter, and Darice Auston discuss where they in this journey and the new goals of Lift+Love.

The goal of Lift and Love is to create a space for BIG heartfelt conversations about faith, family, and the unique journeys of LGBTQ individuals and their families in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Each week, we gather to share insights, resources, and experiences that reflect the beauty and complexity of navigating this journey offering hope and encouragement to others along the way

Episode #52: We're Back!

Overview: After a hiatus, the Lift+Love Podcast returns with heartfelt conversations about faith, family, and the unique journeys of LGBTQ+ individuals and their families in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Episode Hosts: Allison Dayton (Founder of the Lift+Love organization, original Lift+Love podcast co-host, parent of LGBTQ+ child), Jenie Hunter (original Lift+Love podcast co-host, LCS certified life coach, parent of LGBTQ+ child) and Darice Auston (Lift+Love Director of Getting Stuff Done, Gather Director, Lift+Love Store Manager, parent of a trans child)

Episode Topic Highlights:

Our journey so far as parents of LGBTQ+ kids

Generational shifts in coming out (kids coming out younger/earlier)

Parents are shifting from "problem to solve" to "person to love”

The ongoing tension of balancing faith, covenants, and loving LGBTQ+ children.

No clear "plan of salvation" for queer individuals in LDS doctrine

Current church policies especially challenging for trans youth

The constant companion of uncertainty

Resources Mentioned:

PFLAG https://pflag.org/find-resources/

Lift and Love monthly online support groups: https://www.liftandlove.org/support

Coaching services available through Jenie @jeniehuntercoaching www.jeniehuntercoaching.com

Lift+Love website www.liftandlove.org

"Blessed be God...who comforted us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Connect With Us: Call the Lift+Love voicemail line (801) 382-8420 to share ideas for topics you’d like us to discuss in future episodes.

Tags: #LGBTQ #LDS #Mormon #ParentingLGBTQ #Faith #Family #TransYouth #ChurchOfJesusChrist #QueerFaith #LiftAndLove

Allison and Jenie sit down with Anita Ervin (host of the Lift and Love non-binary parenting support groups) and how to council with your children in the uncomfortable moments.

When we don't get a vote but we still want to be a voice in our children's decisions. For instance, if your transgender child wants to seek medical affirming care but you might not agree with the decision. How do you best help your child?

1. Create emotional distance when possible (i.e. make sure I'm not speaking from a place of fear)
2. Focus on the underlying questions rather than the specific situation. For example:

• Resolving relationship conflict
• Addressing relationship expectations
• Finding trustworthy medical and psychological care
• Making wise medical decisions

• Reliable medical sources
• Trusted professionals
• Knowledgeable friends (when appropriate)
• Books (use with caution)
• Informative podcasts, especially those with guests who are open about their personal experiences
• Support groups

If you are looking to learn the tools and to get the coaching that will help your LGBTQ family thrive while gaining access to other families on this journey you can work 1:1 with Jenie at www.jeniehuntercoaching.com

For additional support and help please reach out to us on our IG accounts at Lift+Love and Jenie Hunter Coaching