EP 46 - Alternative Mormon and Rebecca Biblioteca co-host, New Temple ceremony changes and much more
Feb. 12, 2023
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Full Title EP 46 - Alternative Mormon and Rebecca Biblioteca co-host, New Temple ceremony changes, Great Salt Lake environmental updates, SEC investigation of church finances, Mitt Romney’s Mormon bona fides questioned, and $100 Million dollar Jesus inspired Superbowl ads!
News Articles 1. How the Church Can Prevent Its HQ from Becoming a Toxic Wasteland: Strategies and initiatives to maintain a positive and healthy work environment at the LDS Church's headquarters, likely addressing organizational culture, leadership practices, and employee well-being.
2. Latter-day Saints Offer Assistance After Earthquake Rocks Turkey and Syria: The LDS Church mobilizes aid efforts in response to a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, demonstrating its commitment to humanitarian relief and global outreach.
3. John Dehlin Countersues Jenn Kamp: Controversial figure John Dehlin initiates legal action against Jenn Kamp, potentially related to ongoing disputes within the Mormon community or surrounding Dehlin's advocacy work.
4. Mormon Church’s Investment Arm Under Investigation by SEC: The Securities and Exchange Commission launches an investigation into the LDS Church's investment arm, raising questions about financial practices and transparency.
5. Former Employee of Ensign Peak Advisors Submits Document to U.S. Senate Finance Committee with New Allegations About $100 Billion LDS-Controlled Investment Firm: A former employee of Ensign Peak Advisors presents new allegations to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee regarding the LDS-controlled investment firm's management of its substantial assets, likely fueling further scrutiny and public attention.
6. 55-Page Deep Dive on Ensign Peak: An in-depth analysis or report delving into the operations and controversies surrounding Ensign Peak Advisors, shedding light on its investment strategies and governance.
7. Temple Endowment Changed on Feb 7: Changes or updates to the temple endowment ceremony occur on February 7th, possibly indicating revisions or adaptations to religious rituals within the LDS Church.
8. Mitt Romney Not Mormon Enough?: Discussion and speculation arise regarding the perceived religiosity of Mitt Romney, prompting reflections on the intersection of faith and politics within the Mormon community.
9. Super Bowl Jesus Commercials!: The airing of commercials featuring Jesus during the Super Bowl sparks interest and debate, potentially reflecting broader conversations about religion and popular culture.
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