Quick takeaways

• The recent hiring of a new head of communications with a history of supporting same-sex marriage and gender transitioning has contributed to confusion among conservative Mormons regarding the Church's stances on LGBT issues.

• Transgender individuals are now being baptized and accepted as their preferred gender in the Church, causing controversy among those who believe this goes against the Church's teachings on gender and sexuality.

• Jacob Hanson questions the apparent contradictions between Church teachings and actions, highlighting the lack of discipline for those advocating LGBTQ rights compared to disciplinary actions taken against others for similar issues.

• There is confusion and mixed messaging within the Church regarding various issues, such as the treatment of celebrities and the LGBTQ+ community, leading to the need for clarity, consistent approaches, and seeking counsel from priesthood leaders to address concerns within the Church.

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