174: Nate Gardner Mission, BYU & (gay) Marriage

Latter Gay Stories by Latter Gay Stories

Feb 9, 202301:06:45Religion & Spirituality

Born and raised in Utah, Nate Gardner did everything he was supposed to do to be a good Mormon boy. After serving a mission and going to BYU Nate came out of the closet—fearing he would lose his family. Because of love,...

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