Sit Down with Sky and Amanda

Skyler Sorensen
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Sit Down with Sky and Amanda

Skyler and Amanda are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They are in a mixed-orientation marriage and trying their best to navigate a divisive world. Join us for faith-affirming content that is relevant to our culture and the everyday issues we all face. 

  1. OCT 24

    3 Flawed Ways to Address LGBTQ as Latter-day Saints

    Send us a textThis is the audio only from my new YouTube series. See the full video here:https://youtu.be/131ZABgskxcHow often do we hear, "Who am I to judge?" in response to LGBTQ topics in a Latter-day Saint context? Sometimes, that's a perfectly reasonable response. But more often, we use that line to justify our fear of addressing the topic altogether.In this new series, I want to explore the state of the LGBTQ conversation within Latter-day Saint circles. What do we say that unnecessaril...

    14 min

  2. JUL 8

    Why We Don't Celebrate Pride Month - (Plus, updates on the future of the podcast)

    Send us a textOn today’s episode, some changes are coming to the podcast! Also, how do we navigate pride month without celebrating it? How can we seek understanding for those who celebrate pride while maintaining our boundaries? We also take your questions at the end of the episode.On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means before anything else, we affirm and support the doctrine of Jesus Christ as found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sa...

    51 min

  3. MAR 20

    Raising Gen Z to Seek Christ - w/ Guest Host Lynnette Sheppard

    Send us a textOn today’s episode, we’re joined by Lynnette Sheppard from the "Stand with Lynnette" podcast. We get her wisdom as a mother of 5 on how we can raise Gen Z to seek Christ. We discuss the issues we see in Gen Z, the strengths they possess, and offer ideas for raising them to rise above modern standards of morality.Lynnette's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnettesheppard?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Lynnette's Podcast: https://linktr.e...

    58 min

  4. FEB 5

    Gay Dating — How Speculating on the Doctrine Can Hurt

    Send us a textWe're back for a new season! On today’s episode, why do some church members think the doctrine is unclear when it comes to gay dating? Is it unclear? How can we know, what can we do about it, and how can we move forward? Also, how can a "maybe the doctrine will change" narrative negatively affect church members who experience same-sex attraction?We’ll also be taking your questions at the end of the episode. On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means befo...

    46 min

  5. 09/02/2023

    Please Don't Be My Ally - Allies vs. Advocates for Christ

    Send us a textOn today’s episode, how do we wish church members would handle LGBTQ issues within the church? What does being an "ally" mean, and is there a better alternative to that term?Why do so many adopt a relativistic approach to morality when dealing with LGBTQ issues? And how can we combat that approach? We’ll also be taking questions at the end.On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means before anything else, we affirm and support the doctrine of Jesus Christ ...

    43 min

  6. 07/29/2023

    Surviving Online Discourse - Disagreeing without Disparaging

    Send us a textHow can we disagree without disparaging each other? What are best practices for meaningful conversations, both online and in person? How should we handle divisive media spreading lies and half-truths? Plus, we take your questions at the end of the episode!On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means before anything else, we affirm and support the doctrine of Jesus Christ as found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you enjoyed this episode, p...

    42 min

  7. 07/15/2023

    The Redefinition of "Woman" - Reclaiming Womanhood

    Send us a textWhat is a woman? And why is that a controversial question? In today's episode, we're tackling womanhood and motherhood. How does the world see them, vs how does God define them? In what ways does our society devalue motherhood in the pursuit of equity?Also, why are roles so important, and why has that word lost favor?We also take your questions at the end of the episode!On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means before anything else, we affirm and support the...

    54 min

  8. 06/16/2023

    Divine Masculinity & Fatherhood - Where the World Gets it Wrong

    Send us a textWith Father’s Day here, how does the world define masculinity and fatherhood, and how does God define them? What are the differences and where does the world get it wrong? Also, we’ll be taking some of your questions at the end.On this podcast, we are faith-affirming first. This means before anything else, we affirm and support the doctrine of Jesus Christ as found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. O...

    45 min
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Skyler and Amanda are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They are in a mixed-orientation marriage and trying their best to navigate a divisive world. Join us for faith-affirming content that is relevant to our culture and the everyday issues we all face. 

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  • Creator
    Skyler Sorensen
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Sit Down with Sky and Amanda
  • Show Website
    Sit Down with Sky and Amanda

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