Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints updated policy on gay and transgender members
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released an updated policy regarding gay and transgender members, maintaining that gender is defined by biological sex at birth and discouraging sex change procedures. The policy bars transgenders and transvestites from certain church positions and activities but emphasizes treating transgender individuals with compassion and love. LGBTQ activists have criticized the church's policy changes.
Key Points
- Maintains gender as biological sex at birth
- Emphasizes treating transgender individuals with compassion
- Bars transvestites from baptism and transgenders from co-ed activities with youth programs
- Allows exceptions for de-transitioners to resume standing in the church
Cons
- Discourages sex change procedures
- Bars transgenders and transvestites from specific church positions and activities
- Criticism from LGBTQ activists