I Believe This Book Is True
I often write critically here. I strive to do so in the spirit of community, as one who only wishes us to be our best. Today, I want to write something different. I want to share what the Book of Mormon means to me. Because - in my own way that may not be so different...
139: The CES Podcast, Episode 25: John 16-21
Why does The Gospel of John have two men preparing the dead body of Jesus of Nazareth instead of women? Why are there two different names for the place where Jesus was crucified? - Golgotha and Hill of Calvary? Was John the Beloved superior to Peter the chief apostle?...
138: The Racism 101 Podcast, Episode 5
Are all white people racist? What is the difference between institutional/systemic racism and personal racism? What are some ways we can work through our own racism? What are some children book recommendations regarding Black people? What are some book...
Recovering with God: Addiction Treatment Graduates Share How Their Faith Helped Them Find Lasting Sobriety
Photo credit: Pixabay “I showed up at [addiction treatment] as a Godless, fearless man. While I was there, I connected to a 12-step program and came to find my higher power,” reflected Lincoln, a recovering addict and true inspiration. We learned through our...
CONSTITUTION HANGING BY A THREAD?
137: The Racism 101 Podcast, Episode 4
Can racist views be changed? Can one cultivate empathy for a marginalized group? Does empathy for a marginalized group continue or is it short lived? All of these questions and more will be discussed in this episode of The Racism 101 podcast with Dr. Darron Smith....
136: CES Podcast, Episode 24: John 11-15
What does the Gospel of John say about the woman who anoints Jesus which is different than the Synoptic Gospels? What does it mean to be a friend of God? Why did the Gnostics love the Gospel of John? What does it mean that Caiaphas prophesied? What does "I AM" mean?...
Mormonism as “metaphor and sacrament”
Since the law has only a shadow of the good things to come and not the true form of these realities, it can never, by the same sacrifices that are continually offered year after year, make perfect those who approach. Hebrews 10:1 (NRSV) "Creatures which God has given...
135: The Racism 101 Podcast, episode 3
What is race? What is the difference between race and ethnicity? Is Mexican a race or an ethnicity? Does race even exist? What is the difference between prejudice and racism? All of these questions and more will be discussed in this episode of The Racism 101 Podcast...
134: Ask a Mormon Sex Therapist Part 17
Here in the 17th installment of the “Ask a Mormon Sex Therapist” series Jennifer answers two more questions submitted from listeners. Both questions address desire and desirability from different points of view. Also check out Jennifer's Valentines sale HERE. If you...
KEEPING AMERICA SAFE
The Relief Society is Not a Women’s Organization
After the Women's March a few weeks ago (you know the one, there was no doubt a contingent near you) there was this Facebook post making its way around the internet equating that grand action with attending Relief Society. It was quite the leap. I'm going to set...
133: The CES Podcast, Episode 23: John 7-10
What are the Catholic teachings of The Immaculate Conception and the Perpetual Virginity of Mary? Why are these teachings important in Catholicism? Did Mary have more children than just Jesus? How do other Christians interpret the scripture, "I have other sheep which...
132: The Racism 101 Podcast, Episode 2
Why did some black Americans vote for Donald Trump? Why were some black Americans not comfortable with Hillary Clinton as president? Is a white person more likely to be killed by a white person or is a black person more likely to be killed by a black person? Who is...
An Unlikely Invocation of Wisdom
This week has been a topsy-turvy week for many of us. A surreal week. Whether or not we are Trump or Hillary supporters, feminists or non-feminists, pro-choice or pro-life really should not matter when we consider that 2016 has been a strange year. We all, no matter...
How to Spot an Apostate
"That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men,and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive..." Ephesians 4:14 It is my duty to inform you about the cunning craftiness of...
LGBTQ Mormon Crisis
Two Printable handout for bishops and stake presidents that talks empirically about LGBTQ suicides:
The LGBTQ Mormon Crisis: Responding to the Empirical Research on Suicide
Youth Suicide Rates and Mormon Religious Context: An Additional Empirical Analysis
The Barker Brothers’ Projects
These videos were created for Latter-day Saint parents and allies to voice their love for their LGBT brothers and sisters, sons and daughters. They want to give a message of comfort and support to other parents who are navigating the difficult conflicts that can arise in families around this issue.
“Cogito!” (“I think!”) follows the intellectual adventures of a recovering academic outside the walls of academia.
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