167: Weston Smith | Gay Mormon Missionary: Survivor

167: Weston Smith | Gay Mormon Missionary: Survivor

Weston Smith came out as gay while his dad was serving as a bishop in the Mormon church. His parents were understanding, but navigating life a gay Mormon teen, trying to better understand your sexuality, and remain the "best" Mormon possible is often a recipe for disaster.

Weston was no stranger to the turmoil that often comes from being gay and Mormon—a situation, for Wes, that led to serious suicidal ideation. He ultimately decided to serve a mission as an "out" gay Mormon, but even in the mission field the suicidal thoughts persisted. It was there, on his mission, that he resolved to leave the church and live an authentic, happy life.

After leaving his mission early and finding complete familial support, Weston has thrived. He recently published a memoir titled, "This Body of Water", detailing his journey and what the future looks like for him.

A copy of Weston's book is available at WestonSmithBooks.com.

Weston's father, Evan, shared his individual story with LatterGayStories as episode 166 on this podcast.

#LatterGayStories #ThisBodyofWater #WestonSmith #Love #Honesty

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102: Greg Barnett | The vital role of love, inclusion and understanding the journey each of us navigate.

102: Greg Barnett | The vital role of love, inclusion and understanding the journey each of us navigate.

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101: Jody Hansen | Suicide Prevention and Education, November 2015 Policy Update

101: Jody Hansen | Suicide Prevention and Education, November 2015 Policy Update

Jody Hansen is a suicide prevention educator sharing the QPR program to wards, stakes, and community groups throughout the state of Utah and beyond. In this episode, the Latter Gay Stories Podcast si...

5 Apr 201957min

100: Drew and Tyler Armstrong | Our Journey As A Trans Family

100: Drew and Tyler Armstrong | Our Journey As A Trans Family

"All of you think I am weird, and I don't even know why. I don't even know why I feel this way, or why this is uncomfortable for me." - Tyler Armstrong At age three, Tyler knew he was different. His ...

3 Apr 20191h 36min

099: Aaron and Marie Jones | A discussion about our gay daughter, the church, and love.

099: Aaron and Marie Jones | A discussion about our gay daughter, the church, and love.

What happens when you hear the words, "mom and dad, I'm gay"? How do you react, what do you say, and what does the path forward look like? Aaron and Marie Jones, the parents of a lesbian daughter shar...

23 Mars 20191h 16min

098: Kyle and Reece Jacobsen | Life, Dating, Marriage and Love

098: Kyle and Reece Jacobsen | Life, Dating, Marriage and Love

Kyle and Reece Jacobson join the Latter Gay Stories podcast to share their journey and story! The married couple share their experiences as growing up closeted, serving missions, exploring their sexu...

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96: 10-Minute QuickCast | Perspective

96: 10-Minute QuickCast | Perspective

From time to time, I like to produce a quick 10 minute or so podcast that shares a few thoughts I have had during the week, or a lesson I picked up as I have interviewed guests who are featured on thi...

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095: Kelsey and Mekael | Coming out, divorcing and finding happiness together.

095: Kelsey and Mekael | Coming out, divorcing and finding happiness together.

In this touching and inspiring episode of Latter Gay Stories, Kelsey Jones and Mekael Simmons share their journey as lesbian women. Both were married to men, came out to their husbands and followed th...

26 Feb 20191h 21min

094: Paul and Susie Augenstein | Our Journey Into LGBTQ+ Allyship

094: Paul and Susie Augenstein | Our Journey Into LGBTQ+ Allyship

In January of 2018, Paul Augenstein, bishop of a Riverton Utah LDS ward, and his wife, Susie opened their chapel doors one Sunday to welcome a message of hope, inclusion and love. Their 5th Sunday LGB...

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