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Diane Carpenter lives in Castle Rock, CO with her husband Scott and four of their 6 children. Her current obsession is her first grandbaby who was born at the beginning of the summer. She and her husband flip houses and run a tree trimming service for a living. She has served in many leadership and other callings in the church. Although she has loved them all, her favorite is nursery leader because they always have snacks. Having two LGBTQ kids has taught her a greater understanding of how to love and accept others as Christ does. Once a month she holds an FHE for allies, LGBTQ and leaders in the Denver area, at her home. Everyone is welcome..
Shane Carpenter is 20 years old and lives in Castle Rock CO with his family. He attends BYU Idaho where he majors in photography. He is a gifted photographer and loves spending his time taking photos. He works at Chick-fil-A and has a passion for music. He was recently called to serve as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Anaheim, CA mission. He will be reporting to the online MTC at home. Shane is a gay member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Having the opportunity to share his story with others means a great deal to him as he hopes that he can provide a fresh and hope-filled perspective regarding life as an LGBTQ member of The Church.
