Dear Angela,
In my singles ward, I don’t feel like we talk about sex and the law of chastity in a way that addresses the challenges that I’m facing in my life. I recognize this is a sensitive conversation, but I think the members of my ward are emotionally advanced enough to handle a discussion that is more than, “keep the law of chastity and be blessed, don’t keep it and have trials, end of story.” How can I communicate these feelings in a loving way? And to whom should I communicate them?
— Real Talk
Dear Real Talk,
In my experience, singles ward bishops are very open to this type of feedback. In fact, they pray for this type of communication with and from members of the ward.
Spend some time pondering spiritually uplifting ways that this conversation could play out in your ward. Fast and pray for answers. If possible, take your ideas to the temple and seek for greater inspiration there. Is it a fifth Sunday class? A special Relief Society? Maybe a fireside during the week? I don’t know the answer, but you could develop a strong relationship with your bishop and with the Lord by taking these thoughtful feelings to them.
Congregations are powerful forces for good when members invite the spirit, sustain their leaders, and apply the principles of the gospel to their lives.
Let us know how this goes!
Love,
Angela
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