# Parents of LGBTQ Teens,  Have You Ever Prayed "Please Let This Go Away?"

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Podcast: [More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human](https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717)
Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/the-prayer-many-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-whisper-in-secret
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## Resource

Are you an overwhelmed mom of an LGBTQ+ teen who's feeling lost trying to navigate the coming out process, and wants to let go of shame and embarrassment, as well as build a deeper connection of trust within yourself and your teen? Click here to learn how to work with me 1-1. Have you ever prayed, "God...please let this go away?" For many parents of LGBTQ teens, faith has always been the place they turn when life feels uncertain. But when a child comes out, something shifts. The prayer that once sounded like “Protect them” or “Guide them” quietly becomes something else: Please fix this. Please change this. Please don’t let this be permanent. In this episode, Heather explores the quiet spiritual tension many parents experience when a child comes out. You’ll learn: Why praying for your child’s identity to change can unintentionally create spiritual distance How children interpret silence and hesitation around faith conversations Why unresolved spiritual tension creates divided emotional safety in families What happens when a child feels like they are competing with doctrine for a place in your heart You are not defined by a prayer whispered in fear. But the relationship you build with your child from this moment forward will be shaped by how you choose to respond. Press play to listen now. Hi, I’m Heather Hester , and I’m so glad you’re here! Are you ready to take action? Let's connect and create a personalized plan! Join a private community with other parents and allies just like you! Stay informed - receive my newsletter Invite me to speak at your workshop or event Read my book, Parenting with Pride . Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review ! Connect heather@heatherhester.net Buy Me A Coffee Watch on YouTube Listen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesda…

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