As
many of my readers know, I belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. We are also known to many people as Mormons.
The Church recently
updated its policy on families in same-sex marriages. Desert News has reported
that, “The handbook now includes being in a same-sex marriage under the
definition of apostasy and as a circumstance that requires the convening of a
disciplinary council. The handbook also clarifies that the ordinance of naming
and blessing a child may not be performed for children living with a parent in
a same-gender relationship.”
It is known throughout
the Church that children cannot get baptized until they are eight years old.
That age being the age of accountability.
It is also said that, “The
handbook addition also states that "a natural or adopted child of a parent
living in a same-gender relationship, whether the couple is married or
cohabiting," can only be baptized, confirmed, ordained to the priesthood
or serve a full-time mission with approval from the Office of the First
Presidency. A mission or stake president may request approval and determine
that: "the child accepts and is committed to live the teachings and
doctrine of the church, and specifically disavows the practice of same-gender
cohabitation and marriage"; and "the child is of legal age and does
not live with a parent who has lived or currently lives in a same-gender
cohabitation relationship or marriage."
I have seen numerous
articles about this and I have also seen numerous reactions on social media and
even in one of my classes today I have seen reactions from fellow classmates.
What runs through my mind
when I think of this is how important families are. There is a primary hymn that
comes to my mind. It is called “Families Can Be Together Forever”. The lyrics
that come to my mind at this moment are as followed, “Families can be together
forever through Heavenly Father’s plan.”
I cannot wait to have my
own family one day. I think it is a wonderful gift to have families.
Why would we disrupt a
family? Families are meant to live in harmony, peace, and love.
I believe in forever
families. I wouldn’t want to put anyone’s family in danger.
I am sure that no matter
your stance on this issue that you wouldn’t want to put anyone’s family in
danger.
It is a very hard and raw
topic but in ways it needs to be addressed. It breaks my heart to see people
fight and argue over this.
Never forget that the
Lord loves His children. He has a plan for each and every one of us and knows
us. We have to also be reminded that He knows what is best for us and has our
best interests at heart.
I may not understand why this policy has
changed but regardless I stand with the Church and the Prophets and Apostles who
lead our church so wonderfully. They are called of God and will lead us and
guide us if we let them.
I love this Church and
the Gospel with all my heart. I have prayed to know that the Gospel is true. I
sustain the leaders of the Church and I support them
If you don’t agree with
my faith and my opinion please respect it and if you have any questions please
feel free to leave a comment and ask.
-Kyrsten
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