#she is also the first official LDS person to serve as a prison chaplain

[loveerran]

Please make sure to click the article link and read the bios of these amazing women! Note the diversity in their life experiences.

I also want to point out that the church has endorsed its first female military chaplain, previously a role restricted to men and one which required two changes to official policy to make happen:

Being a chaplain traditionally involves some very specific duties, as noted in the church website's description:

Female Chaplains

Female Latter-day Saint chaplains may perform marriages, funerals, memorials, worship services, counseling, classes, and other needs of ministry. If services or ordinances are needed beyond the scope of one’s authority, the chaplain will facilitate the service taking place with authorized personnel. This protocol is also used for administration of the sacrament and priesthood blessings.