What is your name? (pseudonyms are acceptable)* Mike P 1. How old were you when you lost your membership?* 23 2. How long were you out of the Church, and how long have you been back?* 13-15 years away from the Church. 3. What were your feelings in the days after losing your membership? relief,
“I am embarrassed to admit that I have even found myself looking for ways that words and stories in General Conference talks do not match examples or teachings of Jesus Christ in the scriptures.”
“I choose to identify as one who was excommunicated because…”
What is your name? (pseudonyms are acceptable)* Richard 1. How old were you when you lost your membership?* 32 2. How long were you out of the Church, and how long have you been back?* 16 years out. 36 years back. 4. How did losing your membership affect your relationships with your family and friends?
“I have found that I can stay home and invite Jesus Christ into my life, and He will come over. Just like a reliable friend, He will be in my life as much as I let him in. I can pray, and He will answer. I can read scripture and He will teach me. I can cry, and He will come and comfort me…”
