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613: Reviewing 2015 Pt. 2 with J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood
12 januari 2016 · 1 uur 13 min
In this episode we assemble an all-star panel to discuss the events of Mormonism in 2015. Panelists include Dr. J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood. Lees meer
Topics discussed include:
The impact of Kate Kelly's excommunication on Mormon feminism and the events of 2015.
The increase of excommunications for apostasy, including those of John Dehlin, Rock Waterman, and Marisa and Carson Calderwood.
The death of three LDS apostles, including Boyd K. Packer.
The November 2015 LDS policy change naming same-sex married individuals as mandatory apostates, and preventing their children from membership in the church.
The release of the LDS Gospel Topics essays, and their impact on LDS activity/inactivity/apostasy
The status of Mormon apologetics
The status of progressive Mormonism
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612: Reviewing 2015 Pt. 1 with J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood
12 januari 2016 · 1 uur 22 min
In this episode we assemble an all-star panel to discuss the events of Mormonism in 2015. Panelists include Dr. J. Nelson Seawright, John Hamer, Jamie Hanis-Handy, and Marisa Calderwood. Lees meer
Topics discussed include:
The impact of Kate Kelly's excommunication on Mormon feminism and the events of 2015.
The increase of excommunications for apostasy, including those of John Dehlin, Rock Waterman, and Marisa and Carson Calderwood.
The death of three LDS apostles, including Boyd K. Packer.
The November 2015 LDS policy change naming same-sex married individuals as mandatory apostates, and preventing their children from membership in the church.
The release of the LDS Gospel Topics essays, and their impact on LDS activity/inactivity/apostasy
The status of Mormon apologetics
The status of progressive Mormonism
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611: Mormon Stories Europe Launches with Claudia Fox Reppen Pt. 3
12 januari 2016 · 53 min
From Canada to Norway: A multicultural journey through Mormonism, Islam, and the European perspective, with Claudia Fox Reppen Lees meer
In this first installment of Mormon Stories Europe, Henning Müller of Mormon Stories Germany interviews Canadian-born Claudia Fox Reppen about her multi-ethnic heritage, emigration to Norway, and Mormon faith transition.
Claudia and Henning examine the following topics in this three-part series:
– The interesting story about Claudia’s upbringing and how Claudia’s family became members of the LDS Church
– Growing up in the Church as a young tomboy, how she was affected by Mormonism’s teachings on gender roles, and how it contributed to her struggles with anxiety and depression
– Opening “Pandora’s Box” of uncorrelated Mormon History, the question of homosexuality, and American Mormon politics
– Claudia’s positive and negative experiences working with asylum seekers in Norway
– The cultural similarities between Muslims and Mormons and the stark similarities in rhetoric employed by conservative LDS leaders and radical Islamists with regards to the role of women
– Why the European Mormon perspective is unique and important, our hopes for attracting more European voices and establishing a bridge of discourse between a European and North American audience.
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610: Mormon Stories Europe Launches with Claudia Fox Reppen Pt. 2
12 januari 2016 · 1 uur 1 min
From Canada to Norway: A multicultural journey through Mormonism, Islam, and the European perspective, with Claudia Fox Reppen Lees meer
In this first installment of Mormon Stories Europe, Henning Müller of Mormon Stories Germany interviews Canadian-born Claudia Fox Reppen about her multi-ethnic heritage, emigration to Norway, and Mormon faith transition.
Claudia and Henning examine the following topics in this three-part series:
– The interesting story about Claudia’s upbringing and how Claudia’s family became members of the LDS Church
– Growing up in the Church as a young tomboy, how she was affected by Mormonism’s teachings on gender roles, and how it contributed to her struggles with anxiety and depression
– Opening “Pandora’s Box” of uncorrelated Mormon History, the question of homosexuality, and American Mormon politics
– Claudia’s positive and negative experiences working with asylum seekers in Norway
– The cultural similarities between Muslims and Mormons and the stark similarities in rhetoric employed by conservative LDS leaders and radical Islamists with regards to the role of women
– Why the European Mormon perspective is unique and important, our hopes for attracting more European voices and establishing a bridge of discourse between a European and North American audience.
Join the discussion and follow Mormon Stories Europe on Facebook here!
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609: Mormon Stories Europe Launches with Claudia Fox Reppen Pt. 1
12 januari 2016 · 1 uur 9 min
From Canada to Norway: A multicultural journey through Mormonism, Islam, and the European perspective, with Claudia Fox Reppen Lees meer
In this first installment of Mormon Stories Europe, Henning Müller of Mormon Stories Germany interviews Canadian-born Claudia Fox Reppen about her multi-ethnic heritage, emigration to Norway, and Mormon faith transition.
Claudia and Henning examine the following topics in this three-part series:
– The interesting story about Claudia’s upbringing and how Claudia’s family became members of the LDS Church
– Growing up in the Church as a young tomboy, how she was affected by Mormonism’s teachings on gender roles, and how it contributed to her struggles with anxiety and depression
– Opening “Pandora’s Box” of uncorrelated Mormon History, the question of homosexuality, and American Mormon politics
– Claudia’s positive and negative experiences working with asylum seekers in Norway
– The cultural similarities between Muslims and Mormons and the stark similarities in rhetoric employed by conservative LDS leaders and radical Islamists with regards to the role of women
– Why the European Mormon perspective is unique and important, our hopes for attracting more European voices and establishing a bridge of discourse between a European and North American audience.
Join the discussion and follow Mormon Stories Europe on Facebook here!
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608: Jake and Hanna Ricks - The Disciplinary Council With No Disciplinary Action Pt. 2
7 januari 2016 · 38 min
In December of 2015 Jake Ricks was informed that he would be facing an LDS disciplinary council for apostasy, based on a series of benign Facebook posts he made during the previous year. On January 3rd, 2016 the disciplinary council was held (with Jake and his wife, Hannah, in attendance), and the decision of “no action” was determined by his stake president. This is Jake and Hannah’s Story. (audio version to come) Lees meer
Part 1: Jake and Hannah’s LDS background, and the events leading up to Jake’s disciplinary council for apostasy held on January 3rd, 2016.
Part 2: Jake and Hannah Discuss the Outcome of Jake’s January 3rd, 2016 LDS Disciplinary Council for apostasy.
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607: Jake and Hanna Ricks - The Disciplinary Council With No Disciplinary Action Pt. 1
7 januari 2016 · 1 uur 53 min
In December of 2015 Jake Ricks was informed that he would be facing an LDS disciplinary council for apostasy, based on a series of benign Facebook posts he made during the previous year. On January 3rd, 2016 the disciplinary council was held (with Jake and his wife, Hannah, in attendance), and the decision of “no action” was determined by his stake president. This is Jake and Hannah’s Story. (audio version to come) Lees meer
Part 1: Jake and Hannah’s LDS background, and the events leading up to Jake’s disciplinary council for apostasy held on January 3rd, 2016.
Part 2: Jake and Hannah Discuss the Outcome of Jake’s January 3rd, 2016 LDS Disciplinary Council for apostasy.
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606: Mormonism and the Culture of Fraud with Attorney Mark Pugsley
31 december 2015 · 1 uur 5 min
In this episode we interview Utah attorney Mark Pugsley. Mark specializes in securities litigation, and discusses the culture of financial fraud within Utah Mormonism.
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605: An Analysis of the Joseph Smith’s Teachings about Priesthood, Temple, and Women Essay
30 december 2015 · 1 uur 36 min
In this episode Jamie Hanis Handy assembles an amazing panel (Natasha Helfer Parker, Dr. Kristy Money, and Dr. Gina Colvin) to discuss the recent LDS church essay entitled: "Joseph Smith’s Teachings about Priesthood, Temple, and Women."
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604: The Oasis Network of Secular Communities - With Mike Aus and Helen Stringer
16 december 2015 · 2 uur 8 min
As progressive and post-Mormons continue to leave the LDS church in increasing numbers, many former LDS church members miss the sense of community that they once enjoyed as active Mormons. Lees meer
Oasis is a network of secular communities that meet weekly (on Sundays), organized according to the following values:
1) People are more important than beliefs.
2) Reality is known through reason.
3) Meaning comes from making a difference
4) Human hands solve human problems.
5) Be accepting and be accepted.Currently the Oasis Network has two thriving communities:
Houston Oasis: http://houstonoasis.org
Kansas City Oasis: http://KCoasis.orgAlso, a new community in under development in Boston: http://bostonoasis.org
In this episode we interview the two founders of Oasis: Mike Aus of Oasis Houston, and Helen Stringer of Oasis Kansas City.
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603: A Look at LDS Church Employment with Daniel and AnnaMarie Miller Pt. 3
14 december 2015 · 1 uur 58 min
Daniel Miller worked for the LDS Church for two years as a Program Manager in the Publishing Services Department. During this time he oversaw all media production for seminary and institute (CES portfolio, broadcasts). In this three-part series, Daniel and his wife AnnaMarie discuss his early years as a church member in Idaho and as a missionary in Japan, his time as an LDS Church employee, and the factors that led him and his family away from LDS Church activity. Lees meer
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602: A Look at LDS Church Employment with Daniel and AnnaMarie Miller Pt. 2
14 december 2015 · 2 uur 3 min
Daniel Miller worked for the LDS Church for two years as a Program Manager in the Publishing Services Department. During this time he oversaw all media production for seminary and institute (CES portfolio, broadcasts). In this three-part series, Daniel and his wife AnnaMarie discuss his early years as a church member in Idaho and as a missionary in Japan, his time as an LDS Church employee, and the factors that led him and his family away from LDS Church activity. Lees meer
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601: A Look at LDS Church Employment with Daniel and AnnaMarie Miller Pt. 1
14 december 2015 · 56 min
Daniel Miller worked for the LDS Church for two years as a Program Manager in the Publishing Services Department. During this time he oversaw all media production for seminary and institute (CES portfolio, broadcasts). In this three-part series, Daniel and his wife AnnaMarie discuss his early years as a church member in Idaho and as a missionary in Japan, his time as an LDS Church employee, and the factors that led him and his family away from LDS Church activity. Lees meer
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600: Launching the "Community of Good" Experiment (A Humanist Alternative to Religious Community)
10 december 2015 · 50 min
On September 27, 2015 the first Community of Good Sunday meeting was held in Logan, UT at the Cache Valley Unitarian Universalist church building. This post includes audio from this first meeting, including a presentation by Dr. John Dehlin, wherein he lays out a starting vision for the Community of Good. Lees meer
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599: Mindy Gledhill Discusses her Mormon Faith Transition
8 december 2015 · 1 uur 55 min
This podcast is Part 3 of a Mormon Stories and A Thoughtful Faith Collaboration. Lees meer
Mindy Gledhill is an American indie pop music singer-song writer. She has five albums, the Sum of all Grace, Anchor, Winter Moon and Pocketful of Poetry and has collaborated on many others. Mindy’s music appears in film, television and commercials. Its has been described as ‘tender, emotional, intelligent, and touchingly auto-biographical, fun flirty and heartfelt.’
Her vocal style is warm and rich; each of her songs attest to the tremendous talent she has as both a musician and a lyricist. She’s also innovative and entrepreneurial and in 2012 was recognized as one of “Utah’s 40 Under 40” in the Utah Valley Business Q Magazine.
But Mindy also has a rich life story. Born into a large Mormon family she grew up in a faith tradition that could not keep up with her growing awareness of gender inequality and patriarchy.
Mindy joins Gina to discuss her life, her work, her family and her personal gender politics.
In Parts One and Two of the series John Dehlin interviewed pop artist Mindy Gledhill and classical pianist Dustin Gledhill regarding their new electronic synth-pop project called Hive Riot. In Part 3 A Thoughtful Faith podcast host Gina Colvin interviews Mindy about her faith, women’s issues, and other dimensions of Mindy’s experiences as a woman, mother, wife, pop artist, Mormon, and human.
In Part 1 John explores Mindy and Dustin’s respective stories as Mormons, along with their careers as successful musical performing artists. Dustin also discusses his difficulties as a gay Mormon (including his attempts to change his sexual orientation, driving him to the point of suicide), and Mindy discusses her journey to become an LGBT ally (partially through Dustin’s influence). In Part 2we discuss the Hive Riot project (which is the perfect Christmas Gift for this holiday season…along with Mindy’s Christmas album).
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BONUS: Cache Valley Community of Good Features Jared Anderson on Religious Humanism
7 december 2015 · 1 uur 7 min
Jared Anderson speaks on the topic of Religious Humanism at the Community of Good - Cache Valley Sunday service on 12/6/2015.
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598: Mindy and Dustin Gledhill, and their New Project -- Hive Riot Pt. 2 -- Hive Riot
4 december 2015 · 1 uur 7 min
In this three-part series I interview Mindy and Dustin Gledhill about their new electronic synth-pop album/project called "Hive Riot." Lees meer
In Part 1 we explore Mindy and Dustin's stories and careers as Mormons and as performing artists.
In Part 2 we discuss the Hive Riot project.
In Part 3, A Thoughtful Faith podcast host Gina Colvin interviews Mindy about her faith, women's issues, and other dimensions of Mindy's experiences.
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597: Mindy and Dustin Gledhill, and their New Project -- Hive Riot Pt. 1 -- Their Stories
4 december 2015 · 2 uur 1 min
In this three-part series I interview Mindy and Dustin Gledhill about their new electronic synth-pop album/project called "Hive Riot." Lees meer
In Part 1 we explore Mindy and Dustin's stories and careers as Mormons and as performing artists.
In Part 2 we discuss the Hive Riot project.
In Part 3, A Thoughtful Faith podcast host Gina Colvin interviews Mindy about her faith, women's issues, and other dimensions of Mindy's experiences.
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596: Bill Reel Discusses His Falling out with FAIR and HIs Faithful Dissent with LDS Policy
1 december 2015 · 1 uur 38 min
In this episode former LDS Bishop Bill Reel returns to Mormon Stories to discuss his falling out with the LDS apologetic group FAIR (including his conflict with pugilistic apologist Brian Hales), and his faithful dissent from the LDS Church over its recent policy regarding "Same-Gender Relationships." Lees meer
Bill Reel is the host of Mormon Discussion podcast.
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595: Alison Udall Pt. 2 - Mormon Spectrum
25 november 2015 · 43 min
Alison Udall is the co-founder and main force behind Mormon Spectrum - a web site dedicated to supporting Mormons across the belief spectrum with content and community. Mormon Spectrum can accessed here: http://mormonspectrum.org.
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594: Alison Udall Pt. 1 - Her Story
25 november 2015 · 1 uur 17 min
Alison Udall is the co-founder and main force behind Mormon Spectrum - a web site dedicated to supporting Mormons across the belief spectrum with content and community. Mormon Spectrum can accessed here: http://mormonspectrum.org.
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BONUS: Ken Jennings Denounces LDS Church Policy on Same-Sex Relationships and Children
25 november 2015 · 15 min
On today's Savage Lovecast (hosted by Dan Savage), LDS Jeopardy champion Ken Jennings publicly denounced the recent LDS Church policy changes regarding same-gender relationships and children. This is the excerpt.
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593: "Book of A Mormon" Book Review, with Scott D. Miller and Mark Hubble (Panel Featuring Hans Mattsson!)
24 november 2015 · 2 uur 2 min
For this Mormon Stories Podcast episode a distinguished panel reviews a newly released LDS mission memoir entitled, "The Book of A Mormon," co-written by world renowned psychologists Dr. Scott Miller and Dr. Mark Hubble. This enjoyable and thoughtful book chronicles Dr. Miller's mission to Sweden in the late 1970s, and is a fascinating and detailed history of correlation-era LDS missionary service. Lees meer
Joining us to review the book are several panelists: Hans Mattsson (former LDS Area Authority from Sweden), Julienna Viegas-Haws (native of Belgium), Jennie Dendy (served mission in Finland), and Kirk Kinsey (Mark's son).
We all consider this to be a very important book, and we hope you enjoy reading.
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592: Stephen M. Veazey, Community of Christ (RLDS) Prophet-President Part 3
23 november 2015 · 1 uur
In this three-part podcast I interview Stephen M. Veazey, prophet-president of Community of Christ (formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints).
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591: Stephen M. Veazey, Community of Christ (RLDS) Prophet-President Part 2
23 november 2015 · 1 uur 9 min
In this three-part podcast I interview Stephen M. Veazey, prophet-president of Community of Christ (formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints).
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590: Stephen M. Veazey, Community of Christ (RLDS) Prophet-President Part 1
23 november 2015 · 1 uur 34 min
In this three-part podcast I interview Stephen M. Veazey, prophet-president of Community of Christ (formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints).
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589: Laura Roper Andreasen - Granddaughter of LDS Apostle M. Russell Ballard Pt. 2
18 november 2015 · 1 uur 42 min
Laura Roper Andreasen is the granddaughter of LDS Apostle M. Russell Ballard. Recently Laura resigned her membership in the LDS Church after struggling unsuccessfully for decades to find happiness and health as an active, believing Latter-day Saint (e.g., serving an LDS mission, marrying in the temple, having children). In this vulnerable, thoughtful, respectful, and heartfelt two-part interview, Laura discusses the following: Lees meer
The deep love and respect she has for her parents, grandparents, and Mormon heritage.
Her struggles as a child, teenager, and adult with:
What she experienced to be a culture of perfectionism and shame in the LDS church.
A family and church culture of avoiding emotional vulnerability and the open discussion of difficult topics.
The added difficulty/burden/pressure of being a direct descendant of Hyrum Smith and the grandchild of an LDS Apostle (within LDS culture).
Her struggle with low self worth, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation for multiple decades.
Her complex relationship with Grandpa Ballard, who (from her perspective) struggled to balance his role as an apostle with his role as grandfather.
Her perspective on what it is like to be an LDS Apostle, answering many questions for Mormon Stories listeners.
Her reasons for leaving the LDS Church after being unable to find joy within it.
To read from Laura's blog, click here.
Part 1 (Laura's Story):
Part 2 (Q&A):
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588: Laura Roper Andreasen - Granddaughter of LDS Apostle M. Russell Ballard Pt. 1
18 november 2015 · 1 uur 59 min
Laura Roper Andreasen is the granddaughter of LDS Apostle M. Russell Ballard. Recently Laura resigned her membership in the LDS Church after struggling unsuccessfully for decades to find happiness and health as an active, believing Latter-day Saint (e.g., serving an LDS mission, marrying in the temple, having children). In this vulnerable, thoughtful, respectful, and heartfelt two-part interview, Laura discusses the following: Lees meer
The deep love and respect she has for her parents, grandparents, and Mormon heritage.
Her struggles as a child, teenager, and adult with:
What she experienced to be a culture of perfectionism and shame in the LDS church.
A family and church culture of avoiding emotional vulnerability and the open discussion of difficult topics.
The added difficulty/burden/pressure of being a direct descendant of Hyrum Smith and the grandchild of an LDS Apostle (within LDS culture).
Her struggle with low self worth, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation for multiple decades.
Her complex relationship with Grandpa Ballard, who (from her perspective) struggled to balance his role as an apostle with his role as grandfather.
Her perspective on what it is like to be an LDS Apostle, answering many questions for Mormon Stories listeners.
Her reasons for leaving the LDS Church after being unable to find joy within it.
To read from Laura's blog, click here.
Part 1 (Laura's Story):
Part 2 (Q&A):
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587: Responding to the LDS Church's Clarification on its Same-Gender Marriage and Children Policies Pt. 2
14 november 2015 · 1 uur 18 min
Today the LDS Church released a clarification to the new policies on same-gender marriage and children. Michael Otterson (Managing Director of LDS Church Public Relations) also released a memo entitled "Understanding the Handbook." Lees meer
To analyze the clarification and memo, have have assembled a panel of brilliant humans: John Hamer, Debra Jensen, James Ord, and Daniel Parkinson.
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586: Responding to the LDS Church's Clarification on its Same-Gender Marriage and Children Policies Pt. 1
14 november 2015 · 1 uur 14 min
Today the LDS Church released a clarification to the new policies on same-gender marriage and children. Michael Otterson (Managing Director of LDS Church Public Relations) also released a memo entitled "Understanding the Handbook." Lees meer
To analyze the clarification and memo, have have assembled a panel of brilliant humans: John Hamer, Debra Jensen, James Ord, and Daniel Parkinson.
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585: Eric Reeves, Son of LDS Relief Society General Presidency 2nd Counselor Linda S. Reeves, Encourages Open Opposition to LDS Church SGA Policy Changes
13 november 2015 · 1 uur 32 min
Eric Reeves is the son of LDS Relief Society General Presidency 2nd counselor Linda S. Reeves. Lees meer
In this episode Eric discusses:
1) his early years in the church, his loss of faith in the LDS church, and how he handled this process with his family,
2) his analysis of the recent changes, and why he vehemently opposes the parallels made between same-sex marriage and polygamy,
3) why he is speaking out publicly against the new LGBT policies, and
4) why he is encouraging church members to openly oppose these policies.
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584: RadioWest Discussion of The New LDS Church Policy on Same-Sex Families
10 november 2015 · 53 min
News broke last week that the LDS Church was adopting new policies aimed at married same-sex couples and their children. Mormons in a same-sex marriage will now be considered apostates and could be subject to disciplinary hearings and excommunication. Their children, meanwhile, will be barred from many of the faith’s sacred rituals, unless they get permission from church’s highest leaders. Monday, a panel of guests joined us to discuss the impacts and ramifications of these new church policies. Lees meer
GUESTS
Jennifer Dobner is a journalist at the Salt Lake Tribune where she covers health care reform, Mormonism, polygamy, justice issues and more.
John Dehlin has a Ph.D. in psychology from Utah State University, focusing on religion, mental health, and the LGBT Mormon experience. he co-led the largest study ever conducted on LGBT Mormons that has been published in numerous scientific, peer reviewed journals, including the APA's Journal of Counseling Psychology. He also produces and hosts the Mormon Stories podcast. He was excommunicated from the LDS Church in January of 2015. He was credited in several news reports for leaking information about the Church’s new policy on married same-sex Mormons and their children.
Kendall Wilcox is an openly gay and active Mormon. He’s a co-founder of Mormons Building Bridges, a group that works to build understanding between members of the LDS Church and the LGBT community. He’s currently producing a documentary film about the experience of LGBT Mormons. It’s called Far Between.
Mitch Mayne is an openly gay, active Mormon who served as executive secretary in the LDS bishopric in San Francisco through 2013.
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583: Changes to LDS Policy Regarding Same-Gender Relationships and Children
7 november 2015 · 1 uur 41 min
In this episode we discuss the recent changes to LDS Handbook 1 regarding LGBT members who enter into same-gender relationships, and their children. Panelists include Natasha Helfer Parker, Dr. Kristy Money, Dr. J. Nelson Seawright, and Dr. John Dehlin. Lees meer
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582: Steve and Chris Holbrook Pt. 2 - How to Grow a Healthy Post-Mormon Support Community
5 november 2015 · 2 uur 3 min
In this episode Steve and Chris Holbrook discuss the lessons they have learned in helping to lead/grow the Utah Valley Post-Mormon community to an organization of over 1,400 members, with weekly activities, and very high levels of community support, participation, and satisfaction. Lees meer
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581: Steve and Chris Holbrook Pt. 1 - Rediscovering Community as a Post-Mormon
5 november 2015 · 1 uur 26 min
In this episode Steve and Chris Holbrook discuss their early years in the LDS Church, their disaffection from the LDS Church, and their discovery of the Utah Valley Post-Mormon community as a positive influence in their post-Mormon life.
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580: Reviewing the Mother in Heaven LDS Essay
29 oktober 2015 · 2 uur 8 min
In today's episode a wonderful panel of women review the recent LDS Church "Mother in Heaven" essay. Panelists include: Jamie Hanis Handy, Natasha Helfer Parker, Dr. Kristy Money, and Carol Lynn Pearson.
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579: Mark Juergensmeyer (sociologist) Explains his Reasons for Boycotting BYU over Religious Discrimination
6 oktober 2015 · 30 min
In this episode sociologist and scholar Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D. explains his reasons for boycotting Brigham Y0ung University over its policy to expell LDS students who lose their testimony of the LDS Church's truthfulness. Lees meer
The text of Dr. Juergensmeyer's letter is as follows:
Prof Elizabeth Clark
Associate Director
International Center for Law and Religion Studies
Brigham Young UniversityDear Elizabeth:
I regret that I will be unable to participate in the Law and Religion Symposium that is being held this week at BYU. It was an honor to be invited to speak at this event, and as you know I made every effort to make room in my schedule to be there on Tuesday. My decision not to participate is an act of conscience based on BYU’s policy of expelling any Mormon student who leaves the faith or converts to another religion.
Alas I was unaware of this policy until this weekend when it was brought to my attention. I have decided that it would be hypocritical of me to participate in a conference in which the issue of religious liberty is paramount when the institution sponsoring it fundamentally violates this principle in its policies towards Mormon students. As I understand it, non-Mormons are allowed to enroll in BYU, and they are welcome to convert to the Mormon faith if they wish, but if Mormon students change their religious affiliation they lose their scholarship, their campus housing and jobs, and are expelled from school even if they are months away from graduation.
In making this decision I mean no disrespect to you, the Center with which you are affiliated, or the other participants in this week’s conference. I know that many faculty members at BYU are opposed to this policy and are quietly working to change it. I applaud them, and hope that my decision will be taken as a sign of support for those within BYU who are seeking change. I appreciation your dilemma and admire your persistence.
Again, thanks for the honor of the invitation. I hope that I will be…
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578: LDS General Conference October 2015 Review Pt. 3: Three More White Males from Utah and the Ponderize Fiasco
6 oktober 2015 · 59 min
In this episode an EPIC panel reviews the October 2015 General Conference wherein: Lees meer
1) the LDS Church misses an incredibly important opportunity to fill 3 vacancies in the quorum of the 12 with a person of color, and instead selects (again) three white males from Utah, and
2) the LDS Church doubles down on its "the Internet is evil," "doubting is bad," "choose to believe," and "stay in the boat" rhetoric.
Panelists for this conference review include Dr. Gina Colvin, Sean Carter, Andrew Ainsworth, and Jamie Hanis Handy. These panelists are incredibly passionate, insightful and witty. I hope you enjoy.
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577: LDS General Conference October 2015 Review Pt. 2: Three More White Males from Utah and the Ponderize Fiasco
6 oktober 2015 · 1 uur 6 min
In this episode an EPIC panel reviews the October 2015 General Conference wherein: Lees meer
1) the LDS Church misses an incredibly important opportunity to fill 3 vacancies in the quorum of the 12 with a person of color, and instead selects (again) three white males from Utah, and
2) the LDS Church doubles down on its "the Internet is evil," "doubting is bad," "choose to believe," and "stay in the boat" rhetoric.
Panelists for this conference review include Dr. Gina Colvin, Sean Carter, Andrew Ainsworth, and Jamie Hanis Handy. These panelists are incredibly passionate, insightful and witty. I hope you enjoy.
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576: LDS General Conference October 2015 Review Pt. 1: Three More White Males from Utah and the Ponderize Fiasco
6 oktober 2015 · 1 uur 7 min
In this episode an EPIC panel reviews the October 2015 General Conference wherein: Lees meer
1) the LDS Church misses an incredibly important opportunity to fill 3 vacancies in the quorum of the 12 with a person of color, and instead selects (again) three white males from Utah, and
2) the LDS Church doubles down on its "the Internet is evil," "doubting is bad," "choose to believe," and "stay in the boat" rhetoric.
Panelists for this conference review include Dr. Gina Colvin, Sean Carter, Andrew Ainsworth, and Jamie Hanis Handy. These panelists are incredibly passionate, insightful and witty. I hope you enjoy.
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575: What I've Learned from 15+ Years of Mormon Transitioning (UVU August 2015 Presentation)
5 oktober 2015 · 1 uur 25 min
A presentation entitled "What I've Learned after 15 Years of Mormon Transitioning" delivered by Dr. John Dehlin at Utah Valley University on August 18, 2015. Sponsored by the Utah Valley PostMormons.
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574: Losing Mormon Millennials Pt. 2
28 september 2015 · 1 uur 41 min
In this episode we interview Tanner Gilliland and Samantha Snyder. Tanner was raised as an orthodox Mormon in Tucson, Arizona. Samantha converted to the LDS Church in the U.K. Both lived very orthodox LDS lives as millennials, attending BYU-Idaho as devout members, and interning for Deseret Book after graduating from BYU-I. Samantha co-founded the web site Millennial Mormons. Lees meer
As Tanner and Samantha began to question the modern LDS Church, they briefly entertained the teachings of Denver Snuffer (Tanner was actually re-baptised according to Snuffer's teachings). Earlier this year, both Tanner and Samantha left the LDS Church, and recently co-founded the new post-Mormon millennial blog called ZelphOnTheShelf.com.
As recent reports suggest that the LDS Church is losing its Millennial members at a rapid pace (see here and here), this interview begins to explore why.
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573: Losing Mormon Millennials Pt. 1
28 september 2015 · 1 uur 4 min
In this episode we interview Tanner Gilliland and Samantha Snyder. Tanner was raised as an orthodox Mormon in Tucson, Arizona. Samantha converted to the LDS Church in the U.K. Both lived very orthodox LDS lives as millennials, attending BYU-Idaho as devout members, and interning for Deseret Book after graduating from BYU-I. Samantha co-founded the web site Millennial Mormons. Lees meer
As Tanner and Samantha began to question the modern LDS Church, they briefly entertained the teachings of Denver Snuffer (Tanner was actually re-baptised according to Snuffer's teachings). Earlier this year, both Tanner and Samantha left the LDS Church, and recently co-founded the new post-Mormon millennial blog called ZelphOnTheShelf.com.
As recent reports suggest that the LDS Church is losing its Millennial members at a rapid pace (see here and here), this interview begins to explore why.
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Mormon Transitions Retreat: October 23-25, 2015 in Park City, UT
25 september 2015 · 3 min
Healing and Growth after an LDS Crisis of Faith: Weekend Retreat
with John Dehlin, Ph.D. Lees meerWho: Progressive, Inactive, and Post-Mormons. Couples and individuals welcome.
When: October 23-25, 2015 (Starts at 6pm on 10/23, ends at 4pm on 10/25)
Where: Park City, UT
Purposes of Retreat
Tips on healing and thriving after a loss of LDS faith. Major topics include:
Rebuilding identity, morality, mental health, meaning, and purpose after losing faith.
Healthy communications with believing family and friends after losing faith.
Strengthening marriages after losing faith.
Raising children after losing faith.
Rebuilding friendships and community after losing faith.
Finding joy, meaning, and fulfillment after losing faith.
Building relationships and community with others like you.
Cost:
Suggested donation: $350/person. Donation does not cover meals/lodging.
Scholarships available based on need – please do NOT stay away because of financial need. We will do our best to accommodate those who want to attend (until the slots fill up). Email mormontransitions@gmail.com to request scholarship information.
All proceeds go to support Mormon Transitions.
To reserve your spot, visit: http://mormontransitions.org
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572: Announcing the Mormon Transitions Project
17 september 2015 · 41 min
Announcing the Mormon Transitions Project. Lees meer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIuN4GoOUeY
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571: Three Geneticists Respond to the LDS Essay on DNA and the Book of Mormon, and to Apologist Michael Ash
17 september 2015 · 1 uur 47 min
In this episode, three geneticists respond to the LDS Essay "Book of Mormon and DNA Studies," and to Apologist Michael Ash's article entitled "The DNA Challenge to the Book of Mormon that Fizzled." The respondents are as follows:
Jamie Hanis Handy has a B.S. in Zoology and an M.S. in Biological Science Education and Genetics from Brigham Young University. She is the mother of 5, a pianist, a photographer, and a lover of science, truth, and sensibility. Jamie is the author of a recent article entitled "DNA and Mormonism." Lees meerSimon Southerton completed a PhD in plant science at the University of Sydney in 1989. For 15 years he worked at CSIRO, Australia’s national research organization, where he
led its forest genomics team. In 2014, in partnership with his brother Bob, he formed a CSIRO spin off company named Gondwana Genomics. Gondwana provides DNA testing services to tree breeders to enable them to select better trees when they are seedlings. Simon first encountered DNA research on Native Americans and Polynesians in 1998
while serving as a bishop in Brisbane, Australia. In response to Mormon apologetics in 2004 he published Losing a Lost Tribe, which explores the origins of Amerindian and Polynesian DNA and its implications for LDS beliefs arising from the Book of Mormon. Simon is married to Jane who is an English teacher/librarian. They live in Canberra along with their five wonderful offspring. Simon's blog on DNA and Mormonism can be found here.Eric Fairfield has a Ph.D. in moleular biology from State University of New York at Stony Brook. He is currently founder and owner of Cognitive Architectures for Learning, a company that understands cell by cell and synapse by synapse what learning and memory are and how to build devices from this knowledge. Eric has also run a number of church courses and seminar series bringing together science and religion. He is the proud father of a female nanotech physicist. He is also a geneticist and biochemist with expertise in…
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570: Dan Wotherspoon Interviews John Dehlin About His Evolving Perspectives on Mormonism Pt. 2
15 september 2015 · 1 uur 41 min
In this two-part episode John Dehlin is interviewed by Dan Wotherspoon about his evolving perspectives on Mormonism, and on his upcoming "Mormon Transitions" project.
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569: Dan Wotherspoon Interviews John Dehlin About His Evolving Perspectives on Mormonism Pt. 1
15 september 2015 · 1 uur 32 min
In this two-part episode John Dehlin is interviewed by Dan Wotherspoon about his evolving perspectives on Mormonism, and on his upcoming "Mormon Transitions" project.
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568: Dan Wotherspoon: Reflections on 15 Years of Helping People Try to Find Rich Spirituality Within Mormonism Pt. 2
15 september 2015 · 1 uur 38 min
Dan Wotherspoon, host of Mormon Matters podcast, reflects on 15 years of helping people try to find rich spirituality within Mormonism.
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567: Dan Wotherspoon: Reflections on 15 Years of Helping People Try to Find Rich Spirituality Within Mormonism Pt. 1
15 september 2015 · 1 uur 9 min
Dan Wotherspoon, host of Mormon Matters podcast, reflects on 15 years of helping people try to find rich spirituality within Mormonism.