Sit Down with Sky and Amanda

Skyler Sorensen
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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. 

  1. 04/13/2025

    The Doctrinal Speculation Pushing Teens Out of The Church - A Latter-day Saint Perspective

    Send us a text There’s a growing idea among some Latter-day Saints that the Church’s doctrine on eternal families might one day change to accommodate same-sex relationships.  How does this well-intentioned message actually cause more harm than good? In this episode of Sit Down with Sky, I explore how “maybe one day” language—though often motivated by compassion—can lead to confusion, spiritual paralysis, and emotional distress for sexual minorities in the Church.  Instead of guessing about future changes, what if we leaned into clarity, confidence, and covenantal living right now? --------- If you'd like to support the channel, consider subscribing.  I post the transcripts and other related content on my Substack: https://skylersorensen.substack.com/ All our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    12 min

  2. 01/27/2025

    What if Your Child "Comes Out?" - Faithfully Responding to LGBTQ Identification

    Send us a text As a Latter-day Saint, what do you do if your child "comes out?" Since starting my social media channels, with the goal of finding faith-promoting approaches to LGBTQ issues, I’ve heard from a lot of parents. These parents almost always have a child who experiences same-sex attraction, identifies as gay, or is struggling with feelings of gender incongruence. I’ve recognized a pattern in these parents I wanted to explore more deeply today: They’re universally terrified about being shamed for trying to minister to their child in a way that prioritizes faith and discipleship over self-expression.  So many of these parents have reached out to me, sharing these often intimate details. They see my online content that deals with my experience with SSA and my efforts to live the gospel, and I’m always honored that they trust me enough to share this information. Still, I always feel inadequate, given that our oldest is only 3 years old. I’ve done my best to share what advice and hope I can offer, but I never feel qualified to offer the support they need. And that’s the thing. These parents are starved for support, often floundering to figure out how to love and minister to their child without pushing them away or enabling a transition out of the church. So, what do we do about it? Here are some ideas. If you'd like to support the channel, consider subscribing.  Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/dLfJ9x3DgQM I post the transcripts and other related content on my Substack: https://skylersorensen.substack.com/ All our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    13 min

  3. 10/24/2024

    3 Flawed Ways to Address LGBTQ as Latter-day Saints

    Send us a text This is the audio only from my new YouTube series. See the full video here: https://youtu.be/131ZABgskxc How 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 unnecessarily alienates people? What might we say that inadvertently undermines important, eternal truths? What are the negative consequences of not saying anything? In this first video, I explore 3 rationales for maintaining a morally apathetic approach to the question of LGBTQ relationships and identities. If you'd like to support the channel, consider subscribing.  I post the transcripts and other related content on my Substack: https://skylersorensen.substack.com/ All our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    14 min

  4. 07/08/2024

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

    Send us a text On 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 Saints. 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    51 min

  5. 03/20/2024

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

    Send us a text On 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.ee/lynnettesheppard 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    58 min

  6. 02/05/2024

    Gay Dating — How Speculating on the Doctrine Can Hurt

    Send us a text We'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 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. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    46 min

  7. 09/02/2023

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

    Send us a text On 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 as found in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    43 min

  8. 07/29/2023

    Surviving Online Discourse - Disagreeing without Disparaging

    Send us a text How 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, please leave us a 5-star review. Order Skyler's book https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6026415.html Listen to Skyler's Audiobook https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1462144489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1678206898&sr=8-1 Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/sitdownwithsky?utm_medium=copy_link Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/sitdownwithsky?s=21 All of our links: https://linktr.ee/Sitdownwithsky

    42 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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Sit Down with Sky and Amanda
  • Show Website
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