“I wanted to cry [when I put garments on for the first time]. My first thought was, ‘This is what my husband is going to
Guest author Leah Steelman shares her insights on the blog today about choosing general conference talks for her ward’s Relief Society lessons. It’s been widely
Blogger Abby Maxwell Hansen writes, “Leaders insist women don’t need to ask for the priesthood because we already have it – but they have changed
Blogger Abby Maxwell Hansen is curating a blog series on the realities of being female and fat with the LDS church. Please consider contributing to
Women can speak boldly and loudly from pulpits and still hide their bloodstains and blood symbols and their breasts and wombs and their wisdom and
Blogger Abby Maxwell Hansen writes, “What were the best (of the worst) Young Women’s activities from the 1990s? Priesthood Appreciation night, book club for The
“So here I am, in a semi-similar situation as my mother, that of a stay-at-home mom who put off her career long enough that starting
“Teachings that my religion was superior and also a signal of God’s favor proved harmful; these things are what constructed my walls. I now see
A few years ago, kneeling by my bed at night, I asked Heavenly Father if it was OK to pray to Heavenly Mother. I remember
No wonder I was searching for another home, any place that wanted me. But perhaps the only place where I belong is the place I
Exponent II provides feminist forums for women and gender minorities across the Mormon spectrum to share their diverse life experiences in an atmosphere of trust and acceptance. Through these exchanges, we strive to create a community to better understand and support each other.
