A Flip-flop of Latter-day Proportions
A Flip-flop of Latter-day Proportions Today, under the direction of Russell M. Nelson and by way of calling it a revelation from God, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has rescinded the policy they enacted 3.5 years ago in November of 2015. This policy stated in its Handbook of Instruction 1 that, regarding children of a parent living in a same-gender relationship, “A natural or adopted child of a parent living in a same-gender relationship, whether the couple is married or cohabiting, may not receive a name and a blessing. A natural or adopted child of a parent living in a same-gender relationship, whether the couple is married or cohabiting, may be baptized and confirmed, ordained, or recommended for missionary service only as follows: A mission president or a stake president may request approval from the Office of the First Presidency to baptize and confirm, ordain, or recommend missionary service for a child of a parent who has lived or is living in in ...