Learn from Looking at Your Competitors
Never be dismissive. Sometimes hyped companies and competitors are just that – hyped. But often there are some kernels of magic that are happening in that place that’s helping propel them in to a place that you wish you were.
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Open dialogue about being a gay Mormon
Renata Forste, chairwoman of the sociology department, [introduced] four students who would be sharing their experiences with Same Gender Attraction. “These students, like any other students, are living within the standards of the Honor Code,” she said.
As each student panelist proceeded to tell the audience their stories with Same Gender Attraction a hush fell upon the room.
Same gender attraction is not something we can ignore. Our loved ones, our friends and our family, are part of it. It’s important for us to learn. Those who experiences with same gender attraction and still live the Gospel standards are amazing examples of righteousness. This is not easy.
It’s ignorant to think that open discussion will make more people ‘gay’, or that the discussion will encourage those struggling to make poor choices. It won’t. Such discussions might, however, lead to more of our brothers and sisters feeling the love and support they need to find happiness.
We need to “mourn with those that mourn; yeah, and comfort those who stand in need of comfort, and to stand as witnesses of God.” We need to witness that God loves his children, not that he judges them. I’m so grateful for other members that are loving, and have a firm testimony.
Let me state emphatically that I stand entirely by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Without equivocation I can say that I know it is led by Prophets, Seers, and Revelators who deliver the very mind and will of the Lord to us in our own day.
I believe, as stated so plainly in holy writ, that marriage is ordained between a man and a woman. The Plan of Salvation was given to us to allow us the opportunity to return happily back to our father’s presence as families. However, for those Latter-day Saint with Same Gender Attraction, there are challenges and struggles that the rest of us cannot begin to understand.
I stand behind my church leaders.
I stand behind my fellow Latter Day Saints with same gender attraction.
I am here to do whatever I can to help. Life can be hard, but I believe it does get better.
A Female Episcopal Priest Visits an LDS Temple
She visited the open house before the dedication. I think Danielle Tumminio really does get it.
While it did not convert me, nor did it make me want to be a Mormon, the silence and peace I felt reminded me of the many other times I’ve felt close to God, whether in an Episcopal cathedral, in a clear, warm ocean or in my ratty old car. And because of that, I came to understand why temples exist and why they are so important to Mormons across the world.
[Mormons] are building stronger foundations every day, and striving, as they do so, to catch a glimpse of heaven.
Really an excellent read, for anyone interested in learning about the temple from the perspective of a non-Latter-Day-Saint.
Rework
It really is that good. From 37signals guys.
TED really is remarkable
TED2012 conference is going on right now. You can go follow it and watch the videos online or in the mobile app.
Entertaining, educational, and worth the time.
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