EP 13 - CWIC media joins show! Mormon no More mini-series EP 1, LDS temples go brown, & Roe vs Wade
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June 26, 2022 Episode Summary
Greg from CWIC media joins the show to help us review the first episode of Hulu’s mini-series Mormon no More, analyze the LDS Church’s controversial Juneteenth message, discuss the latest temple groundbreaking in California, look at a potential LDS church sex abuse class action lawsuit, converse if BYU will be banned from the NCAA for Sexual Orientation Discrimination, analyze the impact of the US Supreme Courts’s repeal of Roe vs. Wade on the celestial kingdom!
News Articles Roe vs. Wade vs. LDS: Deseret News reports on Latter-day Saint leaders' reactions to the end of Roe v. Wade, emphasizing their commitment to protecting life and preserving religious liberty. https://www.deseret.com/faith/2022/6/24/23181718/roe-v-wade-ends-latter-day-saint-leaders-mormon-protect-life-and-to-preserve-religious-liberty
Short-term Blip or Longer Trend?: The Salt Lake Tribune discusses surveys shedding light on stagnation in membership growth within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, prompting discussions on the potential causes and implications. https://archive.ph/2022.06.18-133147/https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2022/06/18/andy-larsen-short-term/
LDS Church Missionary Dies in Mexico Bicycle Accident: ABC4 News reports on the tragic death of an LDS Church missionary in a bicycle accident in Mexico, highlighting the challenges and risks faced by missionaries during their service. https://www.abc4.com/news/local-news/lds-church-missionary-dies-in-mexico-bicycle-accident/
Church’s Official Juneteenth Message: A Facebook post shares the official Juneteenth message from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, attributed to Ronnel, sparking curiosity and discussion about the individual's identity and role. https://www.facebook.com/18523396549/posts/pfbid028d3jRzcMQpxa6mGQNeZYktgAdxZ9GHwGSdxKBYmnGKGRwd9N9pDjNV7qmnmAoqYnl/
Brown LDS Temple Lawns Coming: Deseret News reports on efforts by Latter-day Saint leaders to reduce watering at temples and meetinghouses in the American West due to drought conditions. https://www.deseret.com/faith/2022/6/22/23178570/latter-day-saint-leaders-reduce-watering-at-temples-mormon-meetinghouses-in-american-west-drought
Ground Broken for Second Temple in Orange County: The Church News covers the groundbreaking ceremony for the Yorba Linda California Temple, highlighting significant milestones in temple construction. https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2022-06-18/yorba-linda-california-temple-groundbreaking-elder-bragg-258421
LDS Sex Abuse Class Action Lawsuit: A Reddit post discusses an advertisement for a class-action lawsuit against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, sparking discussions and reactions within the ex-Mormon community. https://www.reddit.com/r/exmormon/comments/vhwvqh/lds_church_lawsuit_advertisement_popped_up_on_the/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf
"Keep Sweet" Is True Crime Worth Your Time: Pajiba reviews episodes 3 and 4 of the true crime series "Keep Sweet," inviting discussion and analysis of the series' content and impact. https://www.pajiba.com/tv_reviews/keep-sweet-is-true-crime-worth-your-time.php
BYU Banned from NCAA for Sexual Orientation Discrimination?: A Change.org petition calls for the NCAA to ban Brigham Young University from its association due to allegations of sexual orientation discrimination, raising awareness and sparking debate. https://www.change.org/p/ncaa-ban-byu-from-ncaa-for-sexual-orientation-discrimination
Mormon No More Is a Peak Into the Love Life of Two Queer Ex-Mormons - Episode 1: Them. explores the love lives of two queer ex-Mormons in the first episode of "Mormon No More," inviting reflection on the intersection of faith, identity, and relationships. https://www.them.us/story/mormon-no-more
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