Affirmation chapters meet at least once monthly in an open spirit of honesty and mutual respect for each other. Meetings may be social, educational or spiritual in nature, depending on what best serves the needs of its members. The purpose of all meetings is to provide a positive and beneficial experience to those attending. No, Affirmation is not a religion or church, so it does not perform or officially endorse priesthood functions. Members who request such services are normally referred to local churches.
Affirmation believes that homosexuality is an inherent and normal variation of human sexuality.
We recognize, however, that many harmful misconceptions persist regarding homosexuality. We help our members work toward reconciliation by affirming both their sexuality and their spiritual values. We believe that through affirming our Mormon cultural, spiritual, and religious heritage, we move the work of reconciliation forward. At the same time, we seek, through education and outreach, to eliminate the prejudices and misconceptions about homosexuality that harm both gay and straight people in the church. There is no official relationship.