Zelophehads Daughters Blog As the bishop of a young single adult ward, I worked with young adults to help them repent and be refined by the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Christofferson: "Yes. Sam Young The term sexuality means different things to different people, but in this context, we are talking specifically about our sexual feelings and identity. Lucy Mack Smith If so, please email me. Welcome to our podcast! 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. Kelli Potter Reynolds told the National Catholic Reporter that he also believes he was excommunicated because of his support for the gay community. David O. McKay In 2019, the @JReubenCIark account owner, allegedly Cicotte, told the Deseret News that #DezNat is an oasis among Progmo (Progressive Mormon) church critics on Twitter that has helped those faithful to the teachings of the restored gospel know they arent alone. Joanna Brooks Denver Snuffer Richard Poll In his book, he includes hundreds of personal . to mormonstories. Sonia Johnson Brown Id like to add Chick and Mary Bradford. Its like that glow before the dawn of a new day., These steps may be small, Burke said, but are important and deeply symbolic., The announcement hints that the church is inviting conversation and seeking further light and knowledge, he said. Greg Prince The Daily Meditations. LDS/LGBTQ policies that have lead to LDS/LGBTQ suicides Joanna Brooks Lorie Winder Stromberg Christian Moore Two declined to speak on the record because they feared retaliation, and one did not respond to the request for an interview. #DezNat may not be to everyones taste, Bellum wrote in the blog post. This list is grossly inadequate, but I am hopeful that it is better than what is out there now (which is nothing). He has not been excommunicated, so there may be a range of theology RC church can tolerate. And they would be Monday night through Thursday night, Friday and Saturday afternoons," Ostler says. Steven Hassan, Environmentalism Learning to See Sexuality as a Sacred Gift, Fostering a Positive Perspective of Sexuality, How I Learned to Understand Gods View of Sexuality, Living the Law of Chastity in a Dating World Full of Gray Areas, Bridling Your Passions: How to Align Sexual Thoughts and Feelings with the Lords Expectations, Conversations about Intimacy and Sex That Can Prepare You for Marriage, My Experience Living the Law of Chastity with Same-Sex Attraction, How the Saviors Healing Power Applies to Repenting from Sexual Sin, The Worlds Way vs. the Lords Way: What the Media Gets Wrong about Sexual Intimacy, Insights from Young Adults on the Blessings of Living the Law of Chastity. In 2017, in response to white supremacist online activities, the church released an official statement. He wants you to understand the doctrine for exactly as it is: your sins shall be white as snownot pink. My name is Richard H. Ostler and I am a native of Salt Lake City, small business owner, married father of six with several grandchildren. Mark E. Peterson Today, I call upon our members everywhere to lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice, said President Nelson, who Latter-day Saints sustain as a prophet, in a 2020 general conference address. I attended the University of Utah and Brigham Young University (business focus). Jan Shipps Trevor Southey Jeremy Runnells Peggy Fletcher Stack We hope these meditations will help deepen prayer practice and strengthen . Fanny Stenhouse for 1872 Tell it All and her husband T.B.H. Steve and Barb Young Joseph Fielding Smith I realized that Im learning things here that are different. Shes had a profound presence in Mormon feminism since the mid 1970s (see her participation in Sunstone Symposiums, and as being the co-founder of Ordain Women, which she continues to contribute to. And those words just pierced my soul and I just cried," says Ostler. Makers of Big Love Jana Reiss, Modern Critics Who Brought/Bring Attention to Legitimate Concerns Richard Rohr is a popular author and retreat leader. Hans H Mattsson and Birgitta Mattsson Russell M. Nelson, We Can Do Better and Be Better, Ensign, May 2019, 67. I am nothing more than a regular member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I pray that you feel hope in knowing how much He and your Heavenly Father love you. Alex Cooper Mindy Gledhill Officially a "Franciscan priest", Mr. Rohr ordained in 1970 in the doubtfully valid Novus Ordo rite of Paul VI is a . My name is Richard H. Ostler and I am a native of Salt Lake City, small business owner, married father of six with several grandchildren. Some posts displayed violent imagery. Peggy Fletcher Stack #DezNat, short for Deseret Nation, is not affiliated with or supported by the Deseret News or its owner, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in any way. John Dehlin (Mormon Stories Podcast) Rohr believes that Jesus the man ended up becoming the Christ. Tom Christofferson, gay brother of Latter-day Saint apostle D. Todd Christopher, praised the move for taking away some of the heartache for gay parents and dropping the apostasy nomenclature. Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon (Helaman 16), Come, Follow Me: Book of MormonSupport Articles and Activities, Seeing Yourself in the Great Plan of Happiness. Joanna Brooks He who loveth father and mother more than me. Still, a small but active group uses the hashtag to promote idioms and images associated with the alt-right and often criticize Progressive Mormons a moniker that generally describes members of the church who have more liberal political or religious views. News of the churchs move exploded across and beyond the Latter-day Saint scene. In recent months, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has sent mixed messages to its LGBTQ members. It's a wonderfully hopeful signal that the church is willing to make a policy correction quickly and publicly, Haglund said. Someone who understands that tug and pull well is Richard Ostler. You can contact me at richard@ostlergroup.com or via direct message at Facebook, Twitter or Instagram (links in top right corner). Joseph Smiths Treasure Digging, Peeps Stones, and Folk Magic These three dont fit as external like Eber Howe. But how is that acceptable on the internet?. Elbert is there. Richard H. Ostler, a former YSA bishop and small business owner, 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. Salt Lake City, Utah, United States924 followers 500+ connections. David Bednar View all posts by John Robertson. Another Heresy from Richard Rohr. Ostler gets some naysayers, but overwhelmingly his words strike a chord with people. He has officiated mass weddings for gay couples, even though. It was basically a full-time job, but he felt it was important to give everyone the opportunity to meet with him, and he felt the best way to serve them was to listen. Grant Palmer 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. Richard Ostler. Spencer W. Kimball William Bradshaw 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. Twitter might not be the best place for that, but it might be for some people.. Others called for church members who disagree with #DezNat users to be excommunicated from the church, fired from church employment or expelled from Brigham Young University. All quotes below by Fr. This post was shared nearly a thousand times and even created a genuine dialogue in the comments. The Alaska Department of Law is reviewing Cicottes online activities, The Juneau Empire reports. Joseph Smith III David Bokovoy These changes do not represent a shift in church doctrine related to marriage or the commandments of God in regard to chastity and morality, the release said. Michael Otterson, LDS Church Self-Inflicted Wounds Judy Robertsons Out of Mormonism was another early memoir that detailed the cognitive dissonance she and her husband who were converts experienced during their first temple visit. Mormon Historical Association Charlie Bird Richard Oastler, (born Dec. 20, 1789, Leeds, Yorkshire, Eng.died Aug. 22, 1861, Harrogate, Yorkshire), industrial reformer known in the north of England as the "Factory King," who from 1831 conducted a campaign for shorter working hours that was in part responsible for the Ten Hours Act of 1847. Absolutely true, said historian Matthew Bowman, author of The Mormon People: The Making of an American Faith. Generally, church policies are changed much more slowly and often, when they do change, there is not this sort of announcement., The speed of the about-face, Bowman added, reflects the turbulence that this policy and its implementation created among members, as well as among bishops and stake presidents.". Ben McAdams, Podcasters, Youtubers and Bloggers Who Popularized Concerns with LDS Church History, Truth Claims, Culture, and Policies Listen, Learn & Love Hosted by Richard Ostler on Apple Podcasts. My wife and I currently serve as temple workers. The last church leader removed before Lee was Richard R. Lyman, who was excommunicated in 1943 for adultery but baptized again 11 years later. I hope Elbert Peck receives appropriate attention. Ezra Taft Benson Dan Reynolds and Wane Sermon (Imagine Dragons) When any man gives way to the adversary, the adversary gains some power over that man. With Him, you can move forward with hope and confidence for a great life that lies ahead of you. Understand That Your Worth Has Not Changed. Will Bagley "She said something like, 'My son committed suicide. Miracle of Forgiveness Richard Ostler served three years as the bishop of a Mormon congregation for young single adults. Dan Wotherspoon This led them to examine and question Mormon doctrine which theyd previously accepted as truth. Church negative rhetoric about people who doubt/question the church KUER is listener-supported public radio. The Joseph Smith Papers Project Lindsay Hansen Park, Progressive Mormon and Post-Mormon Politicians Chieko N. Okazaki These moments are not shameful; they are God-given moments that can offer you hope that you will be forgiven. William S. Godbe Promotion of Rough Stone Rolling at Deseret Book Rachel Hunt Steenblik President Russell M. Nelson explained that too many people consider repentance as punishmentsomething to be avoided except in the most serious circumstances. Brother Jake (Jake Frost) Two scriptures that fit very nicely here: While many #DezNat followers are still active on social media, people presumed to be behind the accounts are being exposed. Our Savior describes how the father responded when the prodigal son returned to teach how Heavenly Father feels about you when you reach for Him: When he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck and kissed him (Luke 15:22). Ostler is an. Dean Byrd Brent Metcalfe Acts of violence and weapons were discussed. Mary Lythgoe Bradford In October 1816, he married Mary Tatham (1793-1845) in Nottingham and they had two children, Sarah and Richard, who both died in infancy. Mike Norton (NewNameNoah) "I don't know what's good or bad in here regarding my LGBTQ conclusions. Many tweets associated with the hashtag mirror the hateful dialogue pervasive among followers of extremist movements. Daniel Peterson His facial expression changed immediately from happy to deeply troubled. Sterling McMurrin 500 episodes. Ernest L. Wilkinson 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). Former YSA bishop and Utah businessman Richard Ostler served a mission in England for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints almost 40 years ago. Works at www.ostlergroup.com. I plead with you to promote respect for all of Gods children.. Elijah Abel The Book of Mormon I am the host of the. Richard Ostler is an active Latter-day Saint who supports the Church, its leaders, and doctrine. It was toward the end of his time as a bishop when he saw it - an image of a young man from Davis County with a message from his mother. LDS Churchs response to the Mark Hofmann forgeries Family Fellowship Doctrine of a dark skin curse (both of African-descent, and Native Americans via Book of Mormon) Richard Rohr also holds to a more "New Age version" of Jesus. Leah Lewis Young and Cody Young (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3) Benji Schwimmer Marie Cornwall It can be a positive tool and a vehicle to reach people. How about add Nadine Hansen who researched and published the finances re: Church and members opposing California Prop 8 ? Jeffrey de Freese When the 2015 policy came to light, Richard Ostler was a lay bishop to a Latter-day Saint congregation in Magna of single adults, some of whom were gay. While Fr. Your email address will not be published. He wins when he can make you believe that you will never be fully forgiven of your sins. Though shes not mormon, Hazels story should not be buried into obscurity. Church hiding its troubling history (e.g., Joseph Fielding Smith ripping First Vision account out of Josephs Journal and hiding it) . Episode 1: LIVE! Helen Sweany Jenny Morrow Both William S. Godbe and Fanny Stenhouse were former Mormons who were critical of the tradition they left. Mandy Danzig You can contact me at richard@ostlergroup.com or via direct message at Facebook, Twitter or Instagram (links in top right corner). Realize That Heavenly Father and the Savior Are Waiting to Forgive You. AboutPressCopyrightContact. Greg Prince Gina Colvin (A Thoughtful Faith) Among his posts is the suggestion that one of the three Nephites could be a man who thinks he was supposed to be born a girl, or who desires sex with other men and not women. David Hardy I am the author of "Listen Learn and Love: Embracing . Mehrsa Baradaran Insufficient donations to the poor, excessive focus on wealth/opulence He takes stories of suicidal thoughts very seriously. At the time of publication, Utah Anti-Fascists had not responded to a request for comment. The November 2015 Policy, along with its Reversal The Gift of the Mormon Faith Crisis Podcast. I believe deeply in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and want it to work for a wider group of our friends. Mary Rutt and Shelly Johnson (Latter-day Lesbian Podcast) Rod Decker Tom Christofferson, gay brother of Latter-day Saint apostle D. Todd Christopher, Christofferson, author of That We May Be One: A Gay Mormons Perspective on Faith & Family.. Four decades earlier, in 1943, then-apostle Richard R. Lyman was excommunicated from the church for adultery. But there is great danger to the souls of those who passively leave such characters in the church, who ought to be exercising proper judgment against them. I will then publish your profile as its own post, and put a link to it here. Please see our Mission Statement under "About Us." Added Lorie and ZD. Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends Here are three lessons we can learn from the prodigal son: Know That Realizing You Need to Repent Is the First Step. Richard Ostler is on Facebook. Mama Dragons They would say things like, No one will ever want to date or marry me because I was once sexually active, I feel like Im not worthy of anyone because Ive struggled with pornography, My chance for a temple marriage is ruined because of my mistakes, or, I will never be able to teach the law of chastity to other members or to my future kids because I broke it., Essentially, they didnt believe that the Savior could truly take their scarlet sins and make them white as snow (see Isaiah 1:18). This is your first step toward the Savior. Founders of Exponent II . The Atonement of Jesus Christ is the greatest gift that has ever been given. Marty Erickson Lavina Fielding Anderson You can submit your own stories, ideas, and feedback at ensign.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. I dont promulgate anything. David Whitmer "I finally just said I'm wiping my hard drive clean," Ostler says. My name is Richard Ostler and I am a native of Salt Lake City. Benchmark Books Team (Curt Bench, Chris Bench, and Bryan Buchanan). Episode 615: Bonnie Young, Author of Sex Educated: Letters from a LDS Therapist to Her Younger Self. Teaching How to Be Sexually Pure and Prepared, Abner Garcia and Midalys SotoArecibo, Puerto Rico, How, When, and Why: Talking to Your Children about Sexuality, Laura M. Padilla-Walker and Meg O. Jankovich, Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon (Alma 3942), Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon (Alma 4352), Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon (Alma 5363). Apologetic attempts to debunk the CES Letter Lester Bush Tom Phillips I believe in and am deeply committed to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and want it to work for a wider group. His Facebook posts would get a lot of attention, but it was something he saw on Instagram that really changed things for him. Top leaders have shared both the need for acceptance and a warning that gay marriage is an attack on the family. Alma 5: 60 And now I say unto you that the good shepherd doth call after you; and if you will hearken unto his voice he will bring you into his fold, and ye are his sheep; and he commandeth you that ye suffer no ravenous wolf to enter among you, that ye may not be destroyed. My role as bishop was to help young adults draw on the Saviors power and the blessings of His Atonement. Brian Birch Nadine McCombs Hansen Repentance is an individual process that begins with Godly sorrow and ends with a change of heart and behavior. This idea of pink Latter-day Saints came from Latter-day Saint institute teacher S. Michael Wilcox. Byron Marchant Stenhouse for his 1873 The Rocky Mountain Saints. They did expose it all, from the inside. Todd M. Compton He's a chemical engineering professor at the university and has no professional training in theology or counseling of course. Many of the young adults I worked with had a faulty mindset about repenting from sexual sin. "There's no need for me to stand up for my straight marriage on the backs of people that are in a gay marriage. You'll also like: YSA Bishop's Viral Message About Being too Quick to Judge Others On the new Listen, Learn, and Love podcast, Ostler shares how questions like thesequestions that polarize and ostracize members of the Churchare harmful in ways we may not even know.. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich All rights reserved. Journalists, Radio, Magazines It was a lovely social experience as well. Michael Ash J.P. Bellum and dozens of other #DezNat users were, at one point, members of a chat group on Discord, an application frequently used by gamers. 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. Stephen Carter This has brought back painful memories and I have cried over the news. Church fighting ERA movement A 2015 article in Forbes called the church one of the most advanced large organizations in the world in its use of social media. He's a gay Mormon boy, and he felt like a square peg in a round hole and suffered immensely.' Those harassing the church and its members on Twitter would not be met with weakness and apologies, Bellum said in his blog post. Boyd Peterson But I am interested in the Churchs history because my great-grandfather is Frank Jenne Cannon who was ultimately excommunicated because of his anti-polygamy activism and writings. Shelby Hintze, a producer at KSL and active Latter-day Saint on Twitter, says that if users really intended to follow the counsel of church leaders, they would treat others with love and kindness. Emily Sophia Tanner Richards I nominate the comedy parody trio The Saliva Sisters for the music section. Answer: For whatever good he does, Fr. For me, its been a great place of learning and growth and expansion of my views, and my capacity to understand and love people, said Hintze. Annie C. Tanner, Early External Observers Who Expressed Genuine Concerns With Mormon Practices, Eber D. Howe Maxine Hanks How can youth build up the kingdom of God? Claudia Bushman The Deseret News attempted to contact three individuals who were allegedly harassed for posting about their faith on Twitter. Thomas McConkie Richard S. Van Wagoner Richard Ostler, bishop of a Mormon YSA ward, shares 8 suggestions in counseling those who doubt, including: Listen more than you talk, don't tell people just to pray more, and mourn with those. Kinderhook plates Sarah Newcomb (Lamanite Truth) Boston resident Kristine Haglund, who has seen family members leave the church because of the policy, was even blunter. Everybodys orientation is a God given gift.. The Danites Quest for refuge: the Mormon flight from American pluralism There are things, such as lusting after ones own gender or losing track of ones own gender, which must be unthinkable, unimaginable, or how can we know God? Bryce Blankenagel (Naked Mormonism) The chat application was a space where violent, racist, homophobic and sexist remarks were reportedly prevalent. I had a chance to do often 20 to 30 interviews a week. I am deeply committed to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and to creating more understanding and support for LGBTQ membersa goal started during my service as a YSA bishop where I learned to set aside past assumptions to better fulfill my stewardship responsibility to meet the spiritual needs of LGBTQ ward members. After some small talk, I asked him why he had called us in. Kim Sandberg Turner and WOCA Worldwide Early Church Insiders Who Spoke Up Against Dishonesty or Injustice, Lucy Harris All male priesthood / patriarchy #TwitterStake stands for the community of church members who are active on the social media platform. The prodigal son is a dramatic example of multiple sins, but the Savior teaches this parable as a worst-case scenario so we can all know that Heavenly Father loves us no matter what and that the Atonement of Jesus Christ applies to each of us. 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