The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently released updated guidelines in its General Handbook that have sparked controversy among LGBTQ+ activists. The new policies significantly limit the role of transgender members within the denomination.
According to the updated rules, transgender individuals are prohibited from being baptized and are restricted from working with children or serving as priests or teachers. While the handbook states that transgender individuals are welcome to attend sacrament meetings and participate in other ways, their involvement is now notably curtailed.
