K2C 1 - Leaving Mormonism: What to Expect From Family. Friends, and Ward

Leaving the LDS Church is not just a theological decision—it's often an emotional earthquake that affects family relationships, friendships, and community connections. In this episode of From Kolob to Calvary, former Mormon Tracy Tennant speaks honestly about the difficult moment many Latter-day Saints face when they realize they no longer believe Mormon teachings. What happens when you tell your spouse? How will your children respond? What will ward members say? And how do you navigate the reactions of faithful Mormon family and friends? Drawing from her own experience and from conversations with others who have left Mormonism, Tracy explores the emotional and relational challenges that often come with stepping away from the LDS Church. In this episode, we discuss: • Common reactions from Mormon spouses, parents, and extended family • Why leaving the LDS Church can feel like a personal betrayal to loved ones • What ward members and church leaders may say when someone leaves • How to respond with grace, patience, and truth • Encouragement for those navigating the difficult transition out of Mormonism If you are questioning the LDS Church, considering leaving Mormonism, or already walking through the painful process of telling loved ones, this episode offers perspective, empathy, and hope. For more resources helping people transition from Mormonism to biblical Christianity, visit The Mormon Matrix. This episode is part of the Leaving Mormonism series. If you are in the process of leaving the LDS Church, you may also find the other episodes in this series helpful as you navigate relationships, emotional recovery, and life after Mormonism. NOTE: This episode was recorded during the early days of the podcast when everything was a little more "live and unscripted." Thanks for extending grace as the recording process, microphone and I were still getting acquainted.