Pope Francis Dies | Why Didn't Russell Nelson Attend the Funeral? | Fairview Temple Backlash

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In Episode 160 of the Mormon News Roundup, we cover the breaking news of Pope Francis' death and examine the LDS Church's response. Why wasn’t President Russell M. Nelson at the funeral? Was it due to age, politics, or deeper doctrinal tensions?

We also dive into the Fairview Utah Temple controversy—local backlash, questionable designs, and the Church’s reaction. Plus, we’ve got the latest scoop on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Season 2—what's coming, who's in it, and why it's causing a stir in Mormon circles.

Don’t miss this packed episode filled with insights, analysis, and a few surprises.

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