Really sad...

[japacific]

Maybe she was right to do it, maybe she was wrong. I admire her for following her convictions. Theres so many things I want to take a stand on but don't have the guts most of the time.

[the_last_gunslinger]

I can really empathize with her to some degree. I was deeply upset to the point of being literally sick to my stomach after learning of our involvement in Prop 8. I kind of thought that went against our whole politically neutral thing.

On the other hand, I don't feel it is something to leave the church over or even turn in the recommend. She might not have supported the First Presidency in this action, but they are still representatives of God and whether our involvement came from God or not, I don't think this action diminishes that fact, and I kind of doubt she does, either.

Hopefully, after some time to think it over, she will have a change of heart. I'm still kind of irritated by it, but I don't let it bother me anymore.

[Still_Small_Voice]

I can see why the church took a stand on definition of marriage concerning the law. The family is ordained of God. Marriage between man and woman is essential to His eternal plan. The family unit is fundamental not only to society and to the Church but also to our hope for eternal life.

When the prophets take a stand for something, I find great wisdom in following their counsel. I would hope that any struggling with this issue would pray to Heavenly Father and seek His counsel regarding this matter.