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I am a gay Mormon, and with that came extreme amounts of inner conflict. In the fall of 2009 I reached a point where the Mormon church was not giving me enough to get through. I didn't see where I fit in. I turned to the internet for help and understanding. I googled "Gay Mormons" and found Affirmation. I saw that there was a group 3 hours away from where I lived. I contacted the local chapter leader and attended my first Affirmation social a few weeks later. I met dozens of other LGBT Mormons who were like me and who were so kind and welcoming. I saw authentic healthy adjusted gay Mormons, just that example alone did wonders for me personally. After that first social I attended what Affirmation gatherings I could. In September 2011 I attended my first national Affirmation conference in Cleveland Ohio. The Sunday testimony and devotional meetings in the Kirtland Temple were experiences that I will never forget. The spirit was so strong that day. Next year in Seattle 2012 I had the privilege to be on the conference committee and planed a Saturday night dance. It was the highlight of my year. I had a lot of fun. And again this year I was able to help with the Salt Lake City 2013 conference.

Affirmation is a place where I can express myself openly and authentically. I feel like my talents and abilities are used and appreciated in Affirmation. I appreciate the opportunity Affirmation has given me to serve other LGBT Mormons Family and Friends.

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