On this episode, we are honored to be joined by Richard Ostler. Richard is from Salt Lake City, Utah, and is an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He is the author of three books, and is the host of the podcast, “Listen, Learn, and Love.” As an LGBTQIA ally, Richard has dedicated much of his life's work to the advocacy of greater love and acceptance of queer individuals, particularly within the LDS community.

In this episode, Richard shares some of his life story and personal growth journey from viewing queerness as something that could be corrected to the broader acceptance of all people exactly as they were created, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. He shares some of his experience of challenge and growth from his former church service as a Young Single Adults bishop.

In this honest conversation, we discuss the importance of self acceptance, personal revelation and relationship with God, as well as how we can all love one another more fully. We hope that you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.

My mom and I were also recently guests on “Listen, Learn and Love.” The link to that episode as well as links to more about Richard are listed below.

https://soundcloud.com/user-818501778/episode-857-rhonda-monson-and-her-gay-son-dakota-moses

https://www.papaostler.com/

https://www.listenlearnandlove.org/

Thank you for joining us.