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Kirby: I don’t feel oppressed in the Mormon church — hell, it’s my choice to attend or not

Lots of commentary about the changes in the Mormon church’s leadership. New president. New counselor. Same praises/laments from friends regarding the change.

No. 1 • “It’s the Lord’s will. Anyone who protests that decision needs to repent.”

Me? I lost interest in the change within 24 hours. It’s like the weather, an approaching meteor or a decision my wife has made — there’s nothing I can do about it, so why worry?

Part of the issue for me is that I’m me. I’m not LGBTQ, a woman or even a deep-thinking theologian with serious church historical problems that need resolving.