EP 4 - Passing of Sen. Orrin Hatch, Washington DC LDS Temple Reopening, Mormons & LGBTQ Legislation
Season 1 Episode 4 -- Apr. 17-24, 2022
Join us for another entertaining week of Mormon news in which we ruminate on the great and spacious beehive!
This week we will examine the reopening of the refurbished Washington DC temple, the churches’ stance on newly introduced gay rights legislation, the censoring of human anatomy PowerPoint slides at BYU Idaho, the passing of Sen. Orrin Hatch, and so much more!
News Articles
Inside the Latter-day Saints' Washington, D.C. Temple: Explore the intricate details and significance of the Latter-day Saints' Washington, D.C. temple, offering insights into its architecture, purpose, and cultural importance within the LDS community.
Latter-day Saint Leader Joins Open Letter to Georgia Advocating LGBTQ and Religious Rights Harmony: A prominent Latter-day Saint leader signs an open letter to Georgia, advocating for harmony between LGBTQ rights and religious freedoms, emphasizing the possibility of coexistence and understanding.
BYU-I Anatomy Class Sparks Controversy with Censor Bubbles on Human Anatomy: Controversy arises as a college-level anatomy class at BYU-Idaho draws criticism for censoring human anatomy with bubbles, raising questions about academic freedom and censorship within educational institutions.
The Real World’s Julie Stoffer Teases ‘Homecoming’ to Explain Departure from Mormonism: Former "The Real World" cast member Julie Stoffer hints at revelations in "Homecoming" about her departure from Mormonism, suggesting a complex backstory behind her decision.
New Children of Record and Church Activity Data Revealed: Insights into new data on Children of Record and church activity shed light on trends and shifts within the LDS community, providing valuable information for understanding membership dynamics.
‘Mormon Land’ Podcast Explores MormonLeaks Co-founders' Four-Year Journey: The "Mormon Land" podcast hosts the co-founders of MormonLeaks, delving into their four-year journey of exposing church pay, wealth, and other secrets, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their groundbreaking work.
Opinion: Jeffrey S. Nielsen Urges a Halt to Name-Dropping in Mormon Discourse: Jeffrey S. Nielsen advocates for a cessation of name-dropping in Mormon discourse, urging for a shift towards more substantive discussions and genuine engagement within the LDS community.
Mormon Husband's Transition Strengthens Marriage: A Mormon husband's revelation of transitioning to a transgender woman at age 47 is portrayed as strengthening the bond with her wife, challenging preconceptions about gender identity and relationships within Mormonism.
First Presidency Mourns the Passing of Utah Senator Orrin G. Hatch: The First Presidency of the LDS Church issues a statement mourning the passing of Utah Senator Orrin G. Hatch, honoring his legacy and contributions to both the state and the Mormon faith community.
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