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My family had the opportunity to be a part of this project. It is a beautiful video. I am so grateful that we got do this and share our faith and testimony of the Savior with so many other wonderful LGBTQ+ Church members. 



Earlier this year we shared our story through the Voices of Hope Project, and it was officially launched on September 14, 2019. It was an incredible experience, and despite feeling the vulnerability that comes with it we are excited.

 I highly recommend that you read our accompanying essays with the videos on our profile found on the Voices of Hope page on the North Star website. 

 Here is the highlighted version. 


Here is the full version.


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