Add Reply
Related Information to LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon GaysLDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon Gays - Page 25 of 42
Many Utahns think homosexuality can be overcome - Page 25 - Mormon Doctrine Studies - Posted: 8th Nov, 2010 - 8:32pm
Play Text RPG
- Location:
- International Discussions
- ➢
- ➢ Discuss
- ➢ General Religious Beliefs
- ➢ Mormon Doctrine Studies
Posts: 329 - Views: 41754
Poster says, "At first I was against it because of the sanctity of marriage and it's eternal purpose, but now I am not sure. I agree that a Temple marriage can only be between male and female. This is because of the religious sanctity of marriage for eternity, for propogation and simply because that is how God intended it. However, the Church recognizes the validity of civil marriages that are only for this life and not eternity, even though this is not how God intended it. "Your view is... ?" Other interests: Gay and serve a mission? Boyd K. Packer's talk about same sex attraction. Related Information to LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon GaysPost Date: 8th Oct, 2010 - 1:03pm / Post ID: #
NOTE: News [?]
LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon Gays - Page 25
2,000-3,000 protest for gay rights outside Mormon church offices in Salt Lake City
"Of course, the church recognizes the right of groups to voice their opinion in the public square. However, those familiar with the church's doctrine on the importance of marriage and family know it is based on principles of respect and love for all of God's children," the church's statement said. "We have continually emphasized that there is no room in this discussion for hatred or mistreatment of anyone." Ref. Source 7
Sponsored Links:
Gays Mormon Marriage Gay Perspective LDS
The Church made some CHANGES to the talk of President Packer and let me tell you folks that the changes were not "light" because they do change the meaning of what it was said you know what am I saying? Sounds like damage control to me.
QUOTE SALT LAKE CITY -- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued a statement about changes made to the recent conference address of President Boyd K. Packer for its printed version.
In his talk on protecting the family and morality President Packer addressed same-sex attractions, calling them, what some believe are inborn tendencies toward the impure.
In the official, printed version of the speech the word "tendencies" was changed to "temptations" and the phrase "Why would our Heavenly Father do that to anyone?" was taken out of the talk in text published on the Church's website.
A Church spokesman points out that it is common for conference speakers to review their speeches and make edits.
In his talk on protecting the family and morality President Packer addressed same-sex attractions, calling them, what some believe are inborn tendencies toward the impure.
In the official, printed version of the speech the word "tendencies" was changed to "temptations" and the phrase "Why would our Heavenly Father do that to anyone?" was taken out of the talk in text published on the Church's website.
A Church spokesman points out that it is common for conference speakers to review their speeches and make edits.
Post Date: 9th Oct, 2010 - 8:51pm / Post ID: #
NOTE: News [?]
LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon Gays Studies Doctrine Mormon
Mormon church clarifies intent of President Boyd K. Packer's talk
The Human Rights Campaign - the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization, which has partnered with similar local groups - had criticized President Packer's talk for characterizing same-sex marriage as immoral and calling for what they claimed were inaccurate statements regarding same-sex attraction. Ref. Source 8
Page 25 Gays Mormon Marriage Gay Perspective LDS
Given the attention this Topic gets and is getting from many online I have decided to add a poll especially with the recent statements made in Elder Packer's talk. Feel free to add what you think is your MAIN position about the Church and the stance on Gays.
Post Date: 10th Oct, 2010 - 11:29am / Post ID: #
NOTE: News [?]
Gays Mormon Marriage Gay Perspective LDS
A call for civility following Mormon Apostle Boyd K. Packer's address
Interestingly, given the events of this week, Elder Holland spoke about other church leaders: "I'm reminded of a comment President Boyd K. Packer made in speaking to those with same-gender attraction. 'We do not reject you,' he said. '"¦ We cannot reject you, for you are the sons and daughters of God. We will not reject you, because we love you.' " Ref. Source 5
Post Date: 13th Oct, 2010 - 11:31pm / Post ID: #
NOTE: News [?]
LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon Gays
Mormon church reiterates its stance on marriage in response to petition from gay rights group
"Their struggle is our struggle," said Michael Otterson, a spokesman for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. "Those in the church who are attracted to someone of the same sex but stay faithful to the church's teachings can be happy during this life and perform meaningful service in the church. Ref. Source 4
LDS Perspective Gay Marriage Mormon Gays - Page 25
In thinking of this talk, I liken Brother Packers talk to a quote by the Savior.
Matthew 5:28
QUOTE But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
Would this same admonition not be true if a man lusteth after a man? I see no different in President Packer's condemnation of tendencies or temptations to the Saviors condemnation of a man's lust toward a woman. It seems we all have inappropriate attractions that we have to work on controlling. Homosexual attraction is one that I believe one needs to control if he or she has this inclination.
It interests me that the Savior had a higher standard, that included controlling lust.
Jesus had most in intolerance for sin (while being the most compassionate toward the sinner), as he condemned even the thought of lusting another person.
Rather off topic, but...
I think we forget that President Packer also focused on the dangers of p-rn-graphy. So I believe he was telling everyone that they needed to control improper thoughts.
I think we forget that President Packer also focused on the dangers of p-rn-graphy. So I believe he was telling everyone that they needed to control improper thoughts.
Post Date: 8th Nov, 2010 - 8:32pm / Post ID: #
NOTE: News [?]
LDS Perspective Gay Marriage Mormon Gays Mormon Doctrine Studies - Page 25
Many Utahns think homosexuality can be overcome
The poll also found that 55 percent of Mormon respondents believe it's possible to change same-sex attractions compared with 20 percent of non-Mormon respondents. Packer sparked protests last month when he said that homosexuality is an immoral condition that can and should be overcome. Ref. Source 9
TOPIC: LDS Perspective: Gay Marriage - Mormon Gays