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“Joseph’s story is a profound masterclass in patience, faith, and trusting in God’s timing, even when the immediate circumstances don’t make sense to the outside world.” In this powerful episode, Richie T sits down with Joseph Freeman Jr., a historic figure in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Following the June 1978 revelation announcing that all worthy male members could receive the priesthood regardless of race or color, Brother Freeman became the first man of black African descent to be ordained an elder in the Melchizedek priesthood. He shares his incredible life journey, his conversion story, and what it was like to live through a monumental moment in Latter-day Saint history. Episode Timeline & Chapters Early Life and Family An introduction to Joseph’s upbringing, his family roots, and the foundation of his faith prior to discovering the restoration. The 1978 Revelation & Receiving the Priesthood Joseph recounts his personal, firsthand experience when the 1978 priesthood revelation was announced, and what it felt like to be ordained shortly thereafter. Conversion, the Army, and Finding Love How his path crossed with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints while serving in the military, meeting his wife, his decision to be baptized, and the opposition he faced from loved ones. Joining the Church Under the Restriction Joseph deeply reflects on his mindset when he originally chose to join the Church, knowing at the time that he would not be able to hold the priesthood or enter the temple. Reading the Book of Mormon The spiritual impact of reading the Book of Mormon for the first time and how it solidified his testimony. Baptism and Early Church Experiences What it was like navigating his early days as a Black member of the Church in the 1970s prior to the revelation. Temple Sealing by Thomas S. Monson The beautiful experience of being sealed to his family in the temple by then-Apostle (and future Church President) Thomas S. Monson. In the Lord’s Due Time A brief look into Joseph Freeman’s published book documenting his life, faith, and historic ordination. The Cultural Hall Ending Questions Richie puts Joseph through the traditional final questions asked of every guest in the Hall. The post Joseph Freeman Jr. – Episode 417 – The Granted Vault appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Episode 13 & 14: Mitch Mayne (The Combined Interview) In this newly combined episode from the archives, we’re putting parts 1 and 2 of my interview with Mitch Mayne into one single episode. If you’ve been around the Hall for a while, you know this is the exact interview that completely shifted what The Cultural Hall is all about. Mitch made national headlines when he was called to serve as the executive secretary in his local ward bishopric in San Francisco while living openly as a gay man. We skip the mainstream news soundbites and get into the real, messy, and beautiful human story. We talk about what it actually looks like to navigate Latter-day Saint culture, deep personal faith, and LGBTQ+ identity from inside a local ward. We talk about: The Call to Serve: How his bishop approached him, the internal wrestling Mitch went through before saying yes, and how local leadership supported the decision. Living Authentically: Mitch’s personal journey of coming out, deciding not to hide who he is, and finding a way to still give his talents to his faith community. The Ward’s Reaction: What happened in the hallways after he was sustained, and how the “Mo-dar” (Mormon Radar) handles cultural expectations. Changing the Conversation: How we can move past polarized internet arguments and focus on Christ-centered empathy at the local level. The Turning Point for the Show: Why this specific interview opened the doors for us to tackle the nuanced, complicated, and historically quiet topics in the LDS world. Links & Resources: Check out Mitch’s work and advocacy at MitchMayne.com. A quick note from Richie: Pardon our dust on this one! This is from the early days when the podcast was still finding its footing. Thanks for rolling with the early audio quirks and technical growing pains—the message and the conversation are absolutely worth it. Enjoying the throwback episodes? Help us keep the doors open! Consider supporting the show on Patreon or leave us a review wherever you listen. The post Mitch Mayne – Episodes 13 and 14 – The Granted Vault appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The Cultural Hall | Episode 54: Richie T. Steadman Original Release Date: August 17, 2012 Host/Guest: Richie T. Steadman/Britty Marie/Rob Ferre Episode Overview Richard Thomas Steadman. Or is it Rick Steadman? Or Richie T. Steadman? Or just plain Richie T.? If you are a “lifer” (a loyal, long-time listener of The Cultural Hall), you probably feel like you know a little bit about the man behind the microphone. But in this special episode, the tables turn. Richie steps out from the host’s chair to share his own story, uncovering parts of his life and journey that may completely surprise you. From his roots being “born of goodly parents” to the deep-seated motivation behind creating The Cultural Hall, Richie opens up about his life, his mission, and the navigating of his own dark times. In This Episode: The Many Names of Richie T.: A look at the different identities and chapters of Richard Thomas Steadman’s life, and how he became the person he is today. The Origin Story: What truly makes Richie tick? He shares his upbringing, his background, and his foundational experiences in the LDS community. Mission Memories: Richie reflects on his time as a missionary, with a few laughs and insights into being remembered by companions as one of the funniest elders in the field. The Vision for The Cultural Hall: Why build this community in the first place? Richie discusses the passion, the drive, and the purpose behind launching the podcast. Navigating the Dark Times: A vulnerable, unfiltered look at the personal struggles and difficult seasons Richie has faced along the way, proving that behind the humor and high energy is a deeply human story. The post Richie T Steadman – Episode 54 – The Granted Vault appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedications  Bacolod Philippines Temple – #217 Dedicated May 31st, by Neil Andersen 6th Temple in the Philippines (3rd this year) Dedicatory Prayer Temple District: 14 stakes, 7 districts (another temple in Iloilo planned) Willamette Valley Oregon Temple – #218 Dedicated June 7th, by Dieter Uchtdorf  Landscape of Oregon reminds him of Germany 3rd temple in Oregon  Dedicatory Prayer Temple District: 9 Stakes Yorba Linda California Temple – #219 Dedicated June 7th, by D Todd Christofferson 9th temple in California Dedicatory Prayer Temple District: 9 Stakes Temple Open Houses Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple Media day on June 10th, guided by Mathias D Held First temple in the state of Minas Gerais Interior Photos: Designs draw inspiration from local Portuguese tile patterns, with geometric and floral motifs reflecting regional cultural influences. On the ceiling and friezes, decorative painting features circular mandala patterns.  Art-glass windows, inspired by traditional Portuguese tile patterns common in Minas Gerais, display white, yellow and various shades of blue. Cleveland Ohio Media Day on June 15th, lead by Elder Mathias Held Reflections of the Kirtland Temple Painting in Foyer featuring Kirtland Temple Interior Photos: featured is the design of Ohio’s state wildflower, the white trillium, which has three-petaled white blossoms. Hues of blue, green, red, coral and gold reflect the hillside of Lake Erie at sunrise and the buildings along East 4th Street. Art-glass windows incorporate diamond patterns and botanical motifs that reflect Cleveland’s architectural heritage. San Diego Temple  Neil Anderson and I. Raymond Egbo attends Media day on June 15th Located prominently on the I-5 corridor, originally dedicated in 1993 by Gordan Hinkley during Ezra Benson administration. Renovations focused on replacing art glass windows that were suffering from heat damage and cracking. Stains removed from the “Marble-crete” exterior to help it shine.  Cafeteria and dining room converted to worker breakroom and marriage waiting area. Two smaller sealing rooms combined into one.  Interior Photos: Eight pointed star, (double square) throughout the building (not intended for any specific religious symbol) Octogonal center staircase, Baptistry room, and Brides room Wood Lattice ceiling and chandelier in lobby Atrium in Center of Building, makes spire and Moroni visible  Spiral Staircase with center star motif Two story celestial room with vaulted ceilings Temple Renovation announced Apia Samoa Temple Closing for extensive renovations on December 23rd Burned down and rebuilt in 2005 Temple Opening announced  Modesto California Temple Media Day: October 13th Open house: October 16-31 Dedication: November 22nd, presided by Quentin Cook Groundbreakings Springfield Missouri Temple Held June 6th, presided by Aroldo B Cavalcante Missoula Montana Temple Held June 6th, presided by Jose A Teixiera  Huntsville Alabama Temple Announced for August 15th, presided by John D Amos Naga Philippines Temple Announced for August 8th, presided by Steven D Shumway Temple Renderings released (late) Santos Brazil Temple Two-story, white art deco style with curved spire  Greenville South Carolina Temple White, Colonial style building with a silver spire Temple Site Announced Hamburg Germany Temple 1.4-acre site where the meetinghouse for the Hamburg Ward is located at Wartenau 20, Hamburg, Germany Temple Leaders Modesto California Temple David Lewis White and Cynthia Lee Hansen White, Orchard Park Ward, Modesto California Stake Knoxville Tennessee Temple Richard G. Youngblood and Katherine Youngblood, Lafayette Branch, Chattanooga Tennessee Stake Updates Price Utah Temple Possible Temple Site? Utah State University Board approves sale of property to Church Block with two soccer fields  Rosario Argentina Temple Elder Bednar meets with mayor of Rosario Rexburg Idaho Temple Closed briefly for HVAC issues Fairview Texas Temple Town launches “pressure campaign” against the church SLtrib piece Salt Lake Temple More tickets released for “inside a temple” experience  Volunteer Applications available The post Do You Know Where the Price Utah Temple Will Be – Temple Ticker 1050 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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New Temple Announcement  Marysville Washington Temple Announced by Hugo E Martinez at a devotional at the Marrysville stake center (in Lake Stevens) on Sunday April 19th) More candid reaction Photos Located 40 miles north of the temple in Bellvue  Seventh Temple in Washington 7-8 stakes in north Washington  Meanwhile, the church is consolidating meetinghouses in the area Kirkland Temple? Temple open house begins  Willamette Valley Oregon Temple Media day on April 20th Interior Photos Released Design motifs draw inspiration from the lush Pacific Northwest landscape and features the mountain laurel and repeating prism patterns. Art-glass windows highlight the green vegetation and blue water of the nearby McKenzie and Willamette rivers. Open through May 9th Yorba Linda California Temple Media day on April 27th Interior Photos Released Art-glass patterns use palm elements and rondels inspired by Spanish Mission architecture, along with custom jewels and hues of green, blue, soft white, orange and yellow. Open through May 23rd Temple dedications and open houses announced  Lindon Utah Temple  Dedication: May 3rd, presided by Henry B Eyring  Ephraim Utah Temple Media Day: August 31st Open House: September 2nd to 19th Dedication: October 11th, presided by Ronald Rasband Temple groundbreakings Teresina Brazil Temple April 18th, presided by Ciro Schmeil First in the state of Piauí, serving 9 stakes or districts in Piauí and Maranhão. Springfield Missouri Temple  Scheduled for June 6th, presided by Aroldo B. Cavalcante Temple rendering released  Buenos Aires City Center Argentina Temple Updated Rendering   Previous design had a taller steeple Church Involved in a Legal dispute  New Temple Leaders Called Cody Wyoming Temple Jerry Michael Snyder and Clarlyn Ellen Workman Snyder, Worland 1st Ward, Worland Wyoming Stake Montpelier Idaho Temple Bart Orr Christensen and Cherie Lynn Bullock Christensen, Grace 3rd Ward, Grace Idaho Stake Temple visitors center dedication announced  Nauvoo Illinois Temple Dedication on June 27th, presided by Gerrit Gong  Construction Updates Wichita Kansas Temple Anticipated to Open Later this Year Cincinnati Ohio Temple Groundbreaking coming soon? Cleveland Ohio Temple First full-service temple in the area.  Statistics  Updated list of the countries without temples and the most church members The post New LDS Temple in Marysville Washington Temple Ticker 1040 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

For years, I believed all the wrong things about love.​I thought if I just followed the rules, we’d be happy forever. But real connection? It doesn’t come from clichés, it comes from skills.I’ve helped thousands of couples move from stuck and disconnected to deeply seen, safe, and passionately in love again. With tools rooted in Relational Life Therapy, my mission is simple: to help you build a marriage that actually works…One that feels playful, powerful, and deeply fulfilling.Whether you’re in a rough patch or just want more spark, you’re in the right place. Monica Website Pre Order Bad Marriage Advice The post Bad Marriage Advice – Monica Tanner – 949 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

For Latter-day Saints, the temple is the pinnacle experience on the “Covenant Path”, or road to salvation in the Celestial Kingdom. Dozens of new temples are being announced each year, and members around the world are gaining access to these holy structures, and yet a shroud of secrecy still hangs over the details of the ceremonies that occur therein. The oft heard idiom repeated whenever questions are posed about the temple is that it is “sacred, not secret.” This stigma has unfortunately led to many members feeling confusion, discomfort, lack of connection, or even not being adequately prepared to make the covenants they are there to make, as they were not aware of the terms of the covenants beforehand. We can do more to prepare our members for the temple experience, and we can start by talking about it. In this book, Derek Hutchins endeavors to clearly prepare readers for and walk them through temple ceremonies, step by step, without using direct quotes from temple ceremonies and avoiding those few key words which members covenant not to reveal. The other covenants of salvation are explored as well, for example many male church members make the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood — but do they truly understand what they have committed to do? The book also delves into the history of temple ordinances and how they have evolved over time, helping those preparing to go through the temple understand the ancient context from which these ceremonies were born. With this unofficial temple preparation text, Latter-day Saints can learn what to expect within temple walls and build a foundation of temple service that will last the rest of their lives — and beyond. Purchase on Amazon Purchase on Barnes and Noble Derek Hutchins is a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a two year mission in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and is currently serving as the Elders Quorum President in his ward. He writes primarily fiction. His Mormon Horror novella, The Resurrection Box, published under the alias Declan Hyde, was nominated for Best Novel by the Association for Mormon Letters in 2022. This is his first nonfiction book. The post A Guide to Latter-day Saint Covenants and Rituals – Derek Hutchins appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Check out Mo news Latter-day Saints in Lesotho mourn 8 young women and two leaders killed in bus crash Joseph Smith’s maternal grandmother’s letter tops Swann Galleries’ American sale Church and FamilySearch digitize 760,000 images for national archives in the Dominican Republic Deer Valley makes fun of a scene from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 2 reunion to air this summer Church hits highest number of convert baptisms in its history   The post You’ve Every Right to be a Pregnant Ninja AoN 946 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Check out ‘This Week in Mormons,’ if you want Also check out Leading Saint.org LDS historical department just published an 1886 polygamy revelation Man charged in hit- and-run that killed Elder Langi, missionary, in North Carolina OneMeta Inc. signs agreement with church for live translation and transcription services Who is Brian Rolapp? Well he’s the PGA Tour’s new CEO What is LIV Golf? How this ward pulled of a Father’s Day surprise (spoiler: it’s matching ties) Share your thoughts on Kurt’s thoughts at [email protected] Groundbreaking announced for Winchester Virginia temple Follow us on Facebook and show Richie’s steeple joke some love https://www.facebook.com/share/1AgbVyW5FU/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss James Corrigan claims NCAA Steeplechase Title Elder Kearon concluded a 10-day ministering trip to the Philippines ‘Sister Wives’ Kody Brown recalls his days being ‘Mormon naughty’ before first marriage with Meri Frankie Taylor Paul shares her ‘Bachelorette’ audition and the nation reacts Church buys 46 acres in Kahului for $20 million amid temple plans Alan Collier Ep. 939 Elder Stevenson joins Chilean Saints in centennial celebration Elder Cooke visits with The Felix Project, an organization helping to alleviate hunger in England New furniture gives dignity to those in need in Southern California Highlights from the 2025 seminar for new mission leaders Missionaries share the gospel on weekly radio show in Ecuador The first ASL conference for YSA is happening this summer Latter-day Saints deliver flood relief supplies to communities in western Maryland Senior missionaries lend a hand – and a leg – in Samoa Join The Cultural Hall on Patreon Join This Week In Mormons on Patreon The post This Episode is Dedicated to Nadine AoN 945 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Heather Frazier is a parenting coach, speaker, and host of the Pivot Parenting podcast, which has been helping thousands of families since 2019. Heather’s journey started in a very relatable place: she was a stay-at-home mom until her youngest started first grade and, as she puts it, “the TV was taking up too much of my time with no good ROI.” That sparked what some might call a midlife crisis—but she calls it a revelation. She went back to school, discovered coaching, and never looked back. Since then, Heather’s been a recurring guest on ABC4’s Good Things Utah, featured in Best Holistic Life Magazine (which reaches over a million readers), and invited to speak to parents, teens, educators, and faith communities alike. Her coaching practice supports both individuals and groups, helping well-meaning parents navigate the rollercoaster of raising teens with more peace, clarity, and confidence. She added “author” to the mix in 2023. Heather’s second book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!, is a fictional journal from a 23-year-old woman untangling faith, family, and identity after growing up under rigid religious expectations. It’s already sparking powerful conversations— pre order your copy and get fantastic bonuses. LINK to book/website Insta @heatherfraziercoaching FB Heather Frazier Coaching The post Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah! – Heather Frazier – 944 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedications Nairobi Kenya Temple – #204 May 18th, presided by Ulisses Soares Dedicatory Prayer 8 stakes, 19 districts In East Africa Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple – #205 May 25th, presided by Ronald Rasband Dedicatory Prayer 41 Stakes, 15 districts In West Africa  Syracuse Utah Temple – #206 June 8th, presided by Russell Nelson Announced one week prior In person, but dedicatory prayer was recorded previously 16 Stakes in Davis County Temple Groundbreakings Natal Brazil Temple May 17th, presided by Mark D. Eddy Benin City Nigeria Temple May 24th, presided by Adeyinka A. Ojediran Vancouver Washington Temple Scheduled for August 23rd Presided by Mark A. Bragg Temple Site announced Chihuahua Mexico Temple 5.87-acre site located at the intersection of Avenida de la Cantera and Avenida Real Escondido in the Reserva Territorial la Hacienda neighborhood of Chihuahua (edge of the city) Temple rendering also released: Single story, 19,000 sq ft temple Modern Art Deco Design with diamond motifs on spire Temple Rendering Released Buenos Aires City Center Argentina Temple Multi-story Temple with Plaza  3,625 square meter plaza, covering 60% of the site “Urban lung with public access” with Christus Statue in center meant to complement the nearby Plaza San Martin and Plaza Roma Unfenced midblock pedestrian corridor for passersby and a buffer next to the Santa Catalina de Sienna Church Developed by Local architects that combined elements of art deco and racionalismo porteño” Last year, a local preservationist group made a video to advocate for green space a plaza to help preserve the space next to the former monastery Successfully have halted construction of high rise buildings in the recent past. Church is working with local officials to meet archaeological requirements and install underground parking New Temple Matron and President Cleveland Ohio Temple Melody Ann Hammer Connor and Sidney Allen Connor Construction Photos Construction Updates Salt Lake Temple May 2025 Update Baptismal font original oxen  Springfield Missouri Temple Environmental delay Cody Wyoming Rezone City Administrator for Cody Retiring  Heber Valley Utah Judge hears case Fairview Texas Temple Heading to court? Other Pocatello Idaho Temple Large Knife Paris Idaho Tabernacle Reopens The post One Regret About Cody Wyoming – Temple Ticker – 943 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Alan B Collier is a 7th-8th generation Latter-day Saint who grew up in Western North Carolina as the fifth of ten children. He served a mission in Arizona and Mexico. Alan graduated BYU-Provo in Construction Management.  In his career, Alan worked almost 20 years for one of the Intermountain West’s largest contractors and then equally as long as the owner of a general contracting firm.  His first exposure to church construction began as a deacon listening to a brother talk about building the first branch meetinghouse in western NC.  Alan has since been associated with hundreds of new builds, remodels, and maintenance projects for The Church across North America, including projects as large as the Conference Center and as simple as repairing a carpet run in a local meetinghouse.  He has contracted with Church Meetinghouse Facilities, Special Projects, Seminaries, Welfare, Priesthood, as well as with private equity divisions of The Church. Alan also serves on a various non-profit boards, manager at several running events, and is vice president of his homeowner association.  He was a chaplain for The Church at the 2010 and 2013 National Jamborees.  Alan currently serves on the Mesa Temple Events Committee and in his spare time is a hiker, kayaker and cyclist. The post Alan Collier – Experienced but not an Expert – 939 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Cynthia Collier grew up in Salt Lake City in a family that enjoyed the performing arts. She studied philosophy, English, and music at Brigham Young University, and has taught music and theater in schools. Over the past 25 years she has been involved in writing and directing live productions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including Savior of the World at the Conference Center Theater in Salt Lake City, and the Nauvoo and British pageants in Nauvoo, Illinois. She has served in the Church as a teacher, in various music callings, and in presidencies in wards and stakes. She most recently served with her husband as a branch minister at the University of Utah and Huntsman Hospitals in Salt Lake City. She is married to Eric Collier and is a mother and grandmother. The Pageants Celebrate a Great Legacy of Faith The pageants are filled with authentic hymns and folksongs, lively dances, and tender moments that share the joy these early Church members found in living Christ’s gospel. Through words taken from journals, sermons, and historic records of the period, the pageants invite all to feel the powerful testimonies of these faithful Christians. The Nauvoo Pageant is Narrated by Parley P. Pratt and emphasizes the prophetic mission of Joseph Smith and honors the sacrifice, faith and courage of the Saints who gave their all to build a city and a temple to their God. See a video Glimpse of the Nauvoo Pageant. The British Pageant is Narrated by a character named Arthur Ashton and it explores events surrounding the beginning of the Church in the British Isles and the impact of the British members’ abiding faith and deep love for one another and the Savior. See a video Glimpse of the British Pageant. The post Cynthia Collier – Nauvoo Visiting Performers – 938 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  If you have hat making skills, reach out to [email protected] What BYU officials said about the civil lawsuit against Jake Retzlaff What to know about Mormons shaking beds and ‘soaking’ For the first time, you can go to concerts on the Conference Center rooftop Live performances at Temple Square schedule Brandon Flowers Ep. 241 Big names in LDS art to stage big festival A Documentary about a doll New York Doll documentary Iam Tongi, of American Idol, has song in new mega-hit Lilo and Stitch movie Historic Paris (Idaho) Tabernacle to close for renovation starting this summer Wooden Tikis destroyed at Iosepa, Utah cemetery honoring LDS-Hawaiian ancestors Missouri man claiming to be prophet arrested Church helps new Weber-Morgan Children’s Justice Center bring healing from child abuse Young Men organization 150th anniversary broadcast July 13 to honor Aaronic Priesthood Charlie Vause, earner of Nike and Gatorade nation honors, uses faith in Christ to keep running Elder Soares meets the Republic of the Congo Prime Minister Marco Rubio says church will ‘absolutely’ be part of conversations about rebuilding foreign aid Church members turn to yoga for its physical and spiritual benefits   The post A Whole lotta Soaking Going On AoN 937 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Is God Disappointed In Me? By Kurt Francom Check out Warrior Heart men’s retreats BYU quarterback accused of sexual assault (Tribune) BYU quarterback accused of sexual assault (Deseret News) Popular YouTube show ‘Outdoor Boys’ says goodbye Mobile temple recommends soon available Find answers to questions on church finances, temples, and peacemaking Come find The Cultural Hall on YouTube Find This Week In Mormons on YouTube The post Mobile Temple Recommends, “Factually Innocent” Jake Retzlaff, Is God Disappointed in You: The Sequel 936 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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  Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 1 Ep. 933 Let Richie know your thought at [email protected] Celebrate Email Debt Forgiveness Day!! Celebrate Tax Freedom Day!! BYU announces location of new medical school Brian Santiago is the new BYU athletic director Behind Tom Holmoe’s amazing Halloween costumes Elder Matthew Holland attends Mass of Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV Call for multicultural choir applicants for October 2025 General Conference Church investments lost $4 billion in the first quarter of 2025 (don’t worry, we’re fine) Delta crew pays tribute to missionary and his family during his ‘final flight’ home Vigil held in honor of 17-year-old killed in motorcycle crash in American Fork Canyon   The post The Russell M. Nelson School of Medicine at BYU AoN 934 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Check us out on YouTube at com/@TheCulturalHall The Winningest Coach in the NCAA Anson Dorrance Ep. 927 Find Kurt at LeadingSaints.org Join us on Patreon Check out our “viral” episode, Personal Scripture Study For the Win Ep. 913 The Osmonds: A New Musical coming to Utah 2026 Church agrees to ‘settlement in principle’ of more than 100 sex abuse lawsuits in California How Britain Covey brings faith into his NFL locker room Purple Pantry at East Carolina University Secret Lives of Mormon Wives coming soon!! 11 Conferences for young single adults coming across North America We finally have the Swig orders of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives!!! Conan O’Brian tribute on Netflix Church helps Westwater (Navajo Nation) finish utility work including running water! Mormon Women for Ethical Government (MWEG) make 57 quilts representing peace for members of Congress Mormon Women for Ethical Government Ep. 449 The post An Osmond Musical?! AoN 931 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Check out One-chains travel business on Facebook or Instagram Send your thoughts to [email protected] Find Kurt on Leading Saints If you would like to support The Cultural Hall, join Patreon at com/theculturalhall Check us out on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/@TheCulturalHall?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Church donates CT scanner to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados Catholic church celebrates new Pope Leo XIV The First Presidency offers a message of goodwill to Pope Leo XIV How Latter-day Saints changed lives in honor of Global Youth Service Day President Camille Johnson encourages Young Adults to be righteous stewards of the earth Bonner Family, moving back to Flint Michigan to give back Be one-a celebration of the revelation on the Priesthood Utah becomes first state to ban LGBTQ+ flags in government buildings and schools Rainbow flags are disappearing in an atmosphere of fear surrounding LGBTQ+ support Clifford Wallace, BYU’s most recent honorary doctorate recipient How young Catholics could model LDS missionary service Monastery Mornings Ep. 556 Do you want to be a sponsor of The Cultural Hall Vault? [email protected] Mormon Wives Whiteny Leavitt and husband Conner address lavender marriage rumors Church of Jesus Christ and same-sex attraction The post Not All Who Wander are Westbrooks AoN 930 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The only woman mentioned by name in the Doctrine and Covenants besides Emma Smith, Vienna lived a simple yet extraordinary life. From her conversion in Boston to her role in the first baptisms for the dead and on into the settlement of Salt Lake City, Vienna played an important part in the growth of the Church during the nineteenth century witnessing many significant moments in church history. Historian Brent M. Rogers shows through meticulous research Vienna’s journey as a single woman within the early Church, detailing the unsung life of this little-known but remarkable woman. Purchase the Book Brent M. Rogers is a historian and documentary editor for The Joseph Smith Papers. He earned a BA with honors in history from San Diego State University, an MA in public history from California State University, Sacramento, and a PhD with emphasis in nineteenth-century United States history from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Brent is the author of “A ‘distinction between Mormons and Americans’: Mormon Indian Missionaries, Federal Indian Policy, and the Utah War,” Utah Historical Quarterly, 82.4 (Fall 2014): 250-271, which won the Western History Association’s 2015 Arrington-Prucha Prize for Best Article on the History of Religion in the West. The post The Lord Spoke Her Name The Remarkable Story of Vienna Jaques in the Restoration 929 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Check out One-chains travel agent Instagram account at com/wanderwestbrook Dear Prudence: Help! I bought my Mormon friend a…. Marijuana and the Members of the Church Ep. 420 Lori Daybell found guilty in murder conspiracy trial Does Lori Daybell’s brother remember her famous enchiladas? The Pacific Northwest tries Utah’s dirty soda trend Mormon dirty soda trend lands in Australia Tragic accident claims life of young missionary in North Carolina Church provides relief after 7,7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar Man charged after breaking into Lancaster County church completely nude The ‘Book of Mormon Experience’ comes to the 2025 Buenos Aires Book Fair Bear, Tiger Bachmeier transferring to BYU football Bishop Causse highlights the power of service to world leaders Logan Castleton—how one service missionary is using music and social media to spread the message of the Gospel Check out the Come Back podcast Timpanogos Hiking Co. gives out patches!! Share your thoughts and suggestions to [email protected] The post Dik Diks and Tiger and Bear, Oh My! AoN 928 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

He was the head coach of the women’s soccer program at the University of North Carolina from 1979 to 2024. He has one of the most successful coaching records in the history of athletics. Under Dorrance’s leadership, the Tar Heels have won 21 of the 41 NCAA Women’s Soccer Championships. The Tar Heels’ record under Dorrance stood at 809-67-36 (.887 winning percentage) over 33 seasons at the end of the 2017 season. He has led his team to a 101-game unbeaten streak and coached 13 different women to a total of 20 National Player of the Year awards. The post The Winningest NCAA Coach – Anson Dorrance – 927 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Donny Osmond steals the show with surprise songs, testimony of Christ at BYU Women’s Conference Join us on Patreon! Want to join a Cultural Hall cruise? [email protected] Ammon Bundy Ep. 137 Ammon Bundy settles in Utah as a wanted man. Church files appeal after court sides with opposition in sex abuse lawsuit settlement Church rocked by child sexual abuse allegations in California Mormon sexual abuse database at org If you are in need of help, visit org or call 800 422 4453 Thousands of dollars in damage caused at church in Provo Sister Browning joins National Day of Prayer Observance at White House Afterglow or the story of how Kevin and Joel built a life together Ep. 925 Be the first doctor to reach out to [email protected] The post We are Christian Enough to Pray at National Prayer Day AoN 926 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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  Afterglow or the story of how Joel and Kevin built a life together Ep. 925 Do you have thoughts you would like to share? [email protected] Peter Breinholt Ep. 6 and 252 Shedeur Sanders unprecedented fall in the 2025 NFL draft finally ends What Utah ties have signed as free agents after going undrafted Utah State Jaylen Royals drafted by Kansas City Chiefs Southern Virginia University wins school’s first NCAA Division III men’s volleyball national title Former BYU runner Conner Mantz finishes 4th in Boston Marathon The Episode of the Beast Ep. 666 Interview with Dan McClellan at fromthedesk.org The Bible Says So by Dan McClellan Data Over Dogma podcast with Dan McClellan and Daniel Beecher Bishops get guidance from top leaders regarding immigration crackdown Rexburg man acquires sword owned by man who was the leader of the mob that killed Joseph Smith Vibrant faith communities still in Wyoming as Christianity declines Church sells vacant Far Rockaway site for $8 million University of Utah to give college credit for missionary, military, or humanitarian service CES religious educators invited to second annual conference in June View the CES conference and others at ChurchofJesusChrist.org Church History Museum showcases 13th International Art Competition Ammon Bundy settles in Utah as a wanted man. “They can find my anytime they want” Ammon Bundy Ep. 137 The post You Spell Verlin with an “eigh” in the Middle Aon 924 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Do you want to contribute to the email backlog? [email protected] Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 trailer Are you an avid Secret Lives of Mormon Wives watcher and want to discuss with Richie? [email protected] Hannah Neeleman (Ballerina Farm) insists her husband does a lot – just months after being attacked for her lifestyle The symbolism of the Five Wise Virgins sculpture on Temple Square BYU Alumna creates product to encourage language and gospel learning New York Mets Spanish language producer credits self-reliance class Self-Reliance courses on the church website Church receives award for reconstruction, preservation of Ohio historic site Former branch president charged with raping 14-year-old congregant The House of My Mother by Shari Franke Huckabee calls Mormons, Christians, Jews, ‘people of the book’ at Senate hearing The post I had a Clever Title but Can’t Read my Handwriting AoN 923 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Check out Book of Mormon Heroes at com Email The Cultural Hall at [email protected] Want to sponsor The Cultural Hall Vault? Reach out at [email protected] New Gospel Library resources answer questions on race, women, and science Sharon Eubank speaks on ‘waging peace’ at 2025 MWEG conference At WFP headquarters, Bishop Causse reinforces commitment to help the hungry Elder Christofferson dedicates stunning new BYU music building Church honors Young Women organization with new scholarly history, ‘Carry On’ Two General Officers and Elder Cook to speak at BYU Women’s Conference Young people are driving increase in faith, church attendance report says America wants a God according to New York Times New shifts in church engagement trends Canadian Latter-day Saint gives away 400 copies of the Book of Mormon, and counting The post I Wanna Be the Mascot for Team Jesus 922 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Check out the most recent Temple Ticker (and subscribe) on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@TheCulturalHall?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Visa is reinstated for BYU student from Japan who had a fishing citation and speeding violation Email The Cultural Hall and have Richie respond at [email protected] Former BYU star Jimmer Fredette retires from playing basketball Brandon Davies, former BYU player Here’s what to know about the church’s cancelled plans for seminary building at AZ school How religious leaders feel about climate change, politics, and being a pastor Church offers new AI tool, works to protect members’ data How social media is redefining LDS men’s views on masculinity Church strengthens education in Panama with donation for classrooms in remote communities Church to complete water conservation project in 2025 Salt Lake City bus tour uncovers lesser-known Black history in Utah Want to sponsor previous episodes? Reach out to [email protected] Perfectionism in perspective; Latter-day Saints’ unique outlook The post The Pharoah and One Chain in the Same Ward?! AoN 921 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedication  Auckland New Zealand Temple – #203 Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 presided by Patrick Kearon Dedicatory Prayer 15 stakes in New Zealand assigned to Temple District  Temple Open House Begins Nairobi Kenya Temple Open house through May 3rd Media day on April 14 lead by Elder Thierry Mutombo Shared story of father’s dream of wanting to enter temple Interior Photos released Blues, Greens, Golds Stained Glass with traditional African plant motifs Traditional african rugs, Tall wood doors, Christus Statue  Temple Dedications Announced Antofagasta Chile Temple Open house: May 14-24, media day on May 12 Dedication: June 15, 2025, presided by Gary Stevenson Elko Nevada Temple Open house: August 30-September 13, media day on August 27 Dedication: October 12, 2025, presided by Gary Stevenson Grand Junction Colorado Temple Open house: September 11-27, media day on September 8 Dedication: October 19, 2025, presided by Jeffery Holland Bahia Blanca Argentina Temple Open house: October 16-November 1, media day on October 14 Dedication: October 23, 2025, presided by Ulisses Soares Temple Rendering Released  West Jordan Utah Temple 3-story, 85,000 sq. ft. building White stone with one simple gray steeple Similar floor plan to Lindon, Smithfield temples Likely two baptistries Huntsville Alabama Temple One-story, 30,000 sq. ft. building White stone, bronze cupula  Similar to Fort Worth, Austin, or Bakersfield  Construction updates Lone Mountain Nevada Temple  Residents appeal approval decision to Nevada Supreme Court  Jacksonville Florida Temple Permit filed for $7.5M Temple Site Announced Eket Nigeria Temple 7 acre site on Eket/Oron Road One-story, 18,850 sq. ft. building  Area in Nigeria with the most dense concentration of congregrations Addition to temple site Preston England Temple Plans for new building with visitors center and FSY Facility  Reactions for Temple Announcements  Number breakdown of the 200 temples announced by Russell Nelson Two New Secretive Temples in Australia The post Wait Your Turn Fillmore Temple Ticker 920 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Book Recommendations (or not): I’m glad my Mom Died by Jeannette McCurdy When the Moon Turns to Blood by Leah Sottile Motorhome Prophecies by Carrie Sheffield Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara The House of My Mother by Shari Franke Dr Christina Littlefield Ep. 909 Lori Vallow Daybell messages reveal plans before Charles Vallow’s death prosecutors say Arizona jury find Lori Vallow Daybell guilty in trial of conspiracy to kill Charles Vallow Visions of Glory by John Pontius First Presidency offers condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, noting his courageous, compassionate leadership Where can you watch Conclave? Visa reinstated for BYU student from Japan who had a fishing violation and speeding tickets U honors renowned chemist Henry Eyring for his love of God, love of people, love of chemistry K.’s Ministry of Defence welcomes Latter-day Saints as endorsed chaplains for British Armed Forces Sierra Larson Chaplain in the Army Reserves Ep. 892 Chaplain Jenna Carson Ep. 841 The post How do you define Anti-Lds AoN 919 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Mesa Easter Pageant—join Richie next year! Best DJ in Utah wins Best of SLC award!! Again!! BYU PhD student’s international student visa revoked for fishing violation Visa is reinstated for BYU student from Japan who had a fishing citation and speeding tickets Want to yell at Richie? [email protected] Students, faith groups, and Utah’s first lady join forces for women in crisis Mormon studies loses a giant—a Methodist historian who knew the LDS church inside and out Lion House Rolls with return this year, and other renovations will wrap up sooner than you think Fasting: A sign of discipline and devotion Federal judge throws out class-action lawsuit regarding tithing Religion, research among the 5 goals of First Presidency set for BYU’s School of Medicine The ‘pioneering’ journey for first missionary called after the church allows single males to serve Kyle Ep. 352 Utah adds protections for children of influencers after conviction of YouTuber Ruby Franke Bad Influence: the Dark Side of Kidfluencing The post I’m Glad Jesus Didn’t Catch Too Many Fish AoN 918 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Celebrating the Peru temple in Peru with One-chain Ep. 916 Check us out on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@TheCulturalHall?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall What are your ideas for non-religious benefits of General Conference? [email protected] Mesa Easter pageant celebrates the ‘Greater Love’ of Jesus Christ Mormon History Association’s annual conference set to return to Ogden in June BYU-Pathway Worldwide may become Latter-Day Saints’ ‘biggest gift to the world’ First district of the church created in Guinea, West Africa Saints in Slovenia rejoice with first TV broadcast of General Conference Coffee shop leans into General Conference traffic Minne”SOTA” Chad Taylor Ep. 914 Church buys more land in Australia Gay man dresses up as Jesus for PRIDE each year to help people confront their religious trauma What Wikipedia says about ‘All Dogs Go To Heaven’ “Return Unto Me…That I May Heal You” Elder S. Mark Palmer, General Conference April 2025   The post I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues AoN 917 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Check out One-chain’s LDS Living video Send your judgements and job recommendations to [email protected] Find One-chain on Instagram @ _twestbrook56 What church and others are doing under a new Utah law to protect kids from sexual abuse Upcoming seminary building on Cienega HS campus brings mixed reactions New documentary follows young adults during Latter-day Saint and NAACP fellowship to Ghana Click HERE to watch the documentary on YouTube Church to preserve pioneer baptism site in Nigeria Rare footage of first baptisms in West Africa (Circa 1978) Church must address its demon problem, or more children will suffer Man allegedly assaults juvenile after volleyball tournament in church meetinghouse Mississippi man indicted for federal civil rights and arson charges for setting fire to Mormon church The post Celebrating the Peru Temple in Peru! AoN 916 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Minne ‘SOTA’ Ep. 914 Do you have something to share with The Cultural Hall? [email protected] PDF of General Conference April 2025 talk summaries 25 years in the Conference Center Learn more about the incoming Young Men’s General Presidency Church leaders commit to assist those suffering after earthquakes in Myanmar, Thailand Want free yard service in Topeka, Kansas? Your too late, but here’s how it was done First church missionaries hailing from the Central African Republic The Chosen television series will return to Utah for season 6 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Jen Affleck revisits Chippendales, with husband Mormon Wives stars Whitney Leavitt and Demi Engemann form unlikely alliance Miranda McWhorter joins cast of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives for season 2 The post The Prophetess Declares Flagstaff Arizona – AoN 915 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

WHY SOTA? At sota we work every day to give you the best. drink. ever. every. time. Why? Because you deserve it. Whether it’s time to celebrate (end of soccer season, big moment at work, hanging with friends), or time to decompress (tough day at work, balancing all this world throws at you, self care), we’re here to give you less ‘AGHH!’ and more ‘AHHH!’ WHO THIS? Sota is a family-run business started right here in Minnesota, because if anyone knows anything about ‘Ice Cold’, it’s Minnesota, right? We’re a bunch of goofballs who are just as serious about having fun as we are about making delicious drinks. The post Minne”SOTA” – Where The Streets Have No Name – Chad Taylor – 914 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Justin Dyer is a Professor of Religious Education at Brigham Young University. He received his Ph.D. in human and community development from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and was a postdoctoral fellow at Auburn University. He teaches classes on religion and family as well as graduate statistics. He has conducted research on incarcerated fathers and their families and he currently researches how religion, family, and mental health influence each other. He is particularly interested in Latter-day Saint mental health and how being LGBTQ+ and a Latter-day Saint influences mental health. He has published over 60 academic studies. His research has won several awards including BYU’s Young Scholar Award. He holds the college of Religious Education’s Moral Education Professorship and is a Fellow with the Wheatley Institute at BYU. Michael A. Goodman is a Professor of Religious Education at Brigham Young University. He also serves as the RSC’s Associate Publications Director and the Editor of the Religious Educator journal. He has worked for the Church Educational System since 1989 and was the manager of CES College Curriculum before joining the Department of Church History and Doctrine in 2007. He holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a public relations, a master’s degree in information technology, and a PhD in marriage, family, and human development. He is a coinvestigator on the Family Foundations of Youth Development longitudinal research project. His research focus is on adolescent and family faith development and mental health outcomes with a special emphasis on suicidality. He has been married to Tiina Anita Goodman from Lahti, Finland, since 1985. The post Personal Scripture Study for the Win – 913 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

New Temple Locations – 200 for President Nelson Reynosa, Mexico Border city across from McAllen Texas Either attending Monterrey or McAllen Temples Second temple in Tamaulipas (Tampico) 27th in Mexico Chorrillos, Peru Neighborhood district in Lima, Peru Lima Peru South Area (3rd temple) 10th in Peru Rivera, Uruguay City on the northern border with Brazil  Joint urban area with Santana do Livramento Free movement of people, separated by only a street Peace Park  No border checkpoints unless you leave the city  Portuñol is spoken near the border 2nd in Uruguay  Campo Grande, Brazil First in Mato Grosso de Sol, near Paraguay  In the Brazil Cuiabá Mission  24th in Brazil Porto, Portugal (AI prediction) Northern Portugal  Elder Soares president of mission  2nd Portugal Uyo, Nigeria About 1.5 hours away from Aba Nigeria Temple 80 stakes, 0.25 million members, 850 congregations 7th in Nigeria  San Jose del Monte, Philippines Northern Manila Metro Area (north of Quezon City) (3rd temple) 14th in Philippines Nouméa, New Caledonia Nation in Melanesia, south of Vanuatu (same mission) First in New Caledonia   Liverpool, Australia Suburb in southwest Sydney (2nd temple) 7th in Australia Caldwell, Idaho Northwest of Boise/Meridian 11th in Idaho Flagstaff, Arizona Northern Arizona, in the Ponderosa Pine Forests next to Humphries Peak 9th in Arizona Rapid City, South Dakota Near the Black Hills and Mount Rushmore 1st in South Dakota (7 temples states) Greenville, South Carolina  Northwest South Carolina (close to Charlotte and Asheville NC) 2nd in South Carolina Norfolk, Virginia Hampton Roads Metro area / Chesapeake Bay  4th in Virginia Spanish Fork, Utah South of Provo, settled in 1851 9th temple in Utah County, 32nd in Utah Temple to serve members in Spanish Fork, Mapelton, and Springville 45 Acres in Spanish Fork across from Maple Mountain High shool at 100 South and 2550 East.  Between Two church meetinghouses.  Search “Jesus Christ” for property owner in Utah County Parcel Map The post This Brings President Nelson to 200 Temples appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Predictions  April 2025 Bracket LDS Growth Blog Predictions  Temple Matrix  185 temples announced by president Nelson 367 total temples Top 10 Predictions Flagstaff Arizona Spanish Fork / Mapelton Utah Machala Ecuador Santa Maria Brazil Christchurch New Zealand Taichung Taiwan Port Harcourt Nigeria  Bo Sierra Leone Lome Togo Tirana Albania Honorable Mentions States without temples: Rapid City South Dakota Jackson Mississippi Augusta Maine Charleston West Virginia 2nd or 3rd Temples in Large Metro areas Lima Peru  Santiago Chile São Paulo Brazil Kinshasa DRC Central London England Riverside County California  Ventura County California Caldwell/ Nampa Idaho  Dark Horses Kingston Jamaica  Port of Spain Trinidad Lilongwe Malawi Bulawayo Zimbabwe Hobart Australia Sharon Vermont Longview or Gilmer, TX Rigby Idaho Temple Rededication  Toronto Ontario Temple – #44 March 23rd, presided by Jeffery Holland Dedicatory Prayer Dedication Announced  Farmington New Mexico Temple Dedication: August 17, 2025, presided by Neil Andersen Open house: July 17th to August 2nd, Media day July 14th Temple Groundbreakings Cali Colombia Temple March 1st, presided by Jorge T Becerra Antananarivo Madagascar Temple March 15th, presided by Denelson Silva Birmingham England Temple March 22nd, presided by Scott D Whiting Temple Groundbreakings Announced  Lagos Nigeria Temple May 10th, presided by Alfred Kyungu Rendering Released Single Story, 20k sq.ft with elongated cupola Benin City Nigeria Temple May 24th, presided by Adeyinka A. Ojediran Rendering Released Two-story, 30k sq. ft with obelisk shaped spire  Natal Brazil Temple May 17th, presided by Mark D Eddy Budapest Hungary Temple June 21st, presided by Rubén V. Alliaud Temple Site Announced Retalhuleu Guatemala Temple 5.5 acre site on the main highway, close to the town of San Sebastián Rendering Released Temple Matrons and Presidents called Alabang Philippines Temple Jocelyn Sinoy Dumaup Elisan and Romeo Sindingan Elisan Jr. Las Piñas Philippines Stake Davao Philippines Temple Jocelyn Dulos Saromines Cabrera and Edgar Cocon Cabrera Tagum Philippines Stake Construction Updates Salt Lake Temple Southwest quadrant near Assembly Hall Opens New Statues! 3 Million Visitors? 22,000 Daily Visitors? 5 virgins statue Vancouver Washington Temple Preliminary Constructions begins after preliminary approvals are granted Heber Valley Utah Temple Lawsuit to be heard in June for Summary Judgement Cody Wyoming Temple Residents of Cody react to temple construction Confirmation about land  Mckinney Texas Temple Mayor willing to come to Utah to settle Church Leaders send letter to town and mayor Ask to reaffirm the negotiated settlement Mayor responds that the letter has serious inaccuracies New Application submitted by the church    New Rendering Released  The post April 2025 General Conference Temple Predictions and Temple News appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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The myth of a Christian America fuels a powerful political force sure of its moral superiority and intent on implementing a Christian nationalist agenda. Richard T. Hughes and Christina Littlefield draw on discussions of civil religion and forms of nationalism to explore the complex legal and cultural arguments for a Christian America. The authors also provide an in-depth examination of the Bible’s words on the “chosen nation” and “kingdom of God” that Christian nationalists quote to support the idea of the US as a Christian nation. A timely new edition of the acclaimed work, Christian America and the Kingdom of God spotlights how the centuries-long pursuit of a Christian America has bred an aggressive white Christian nationalism that twists faith, unleashes unchristian behavior, and threatens the nation. Buy The Book Dr. Christina Littlefield (PhD, Divinity Faculty at the University of Cambridge, England) is an associate professor with a dual appointment in religion and journalism at Pepperdine University. Her first book, Chosen Nations: Pursuit of the Kingdom of God and its Influence on Democratic Values in Late-Nineteenth Century Britain and the United States (Fortress, 2013) examines the good, bad and ugly in American and British civil religion at the peak of Protestant dominance in both countries. Her second book, Christian America and the Kingdom of God: White Christian Nationalism from the Puritans through January 6, 2021, forthcoming in 2024 from University of Illinois, updates the work of Richard T. Hughes to show how often Christians have behaved in unChristian ways in their pursuit of a Christian America. Specializing in church history, journalism history, sociology of religion and theology and ethics, Littlefield’s interdisciplinary work looks at the intersection of religion, politics, media and culture. Her current historical research focuses on the social gospel and muckraking era of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Littlefield’s former investigative work as a reporter for the Las Vegas Sun led to the indictment, conviction and jail time of a community college vice president who was using college materials, equipment and employees to build his ranch estate. Littlefield primarily covered higher education and religion during her four years at the Sun.   The post 909 Christian Nationalism I Dr. Christina Littlefield appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

This Week in Mormons podcast Check out Kurt’s side hustle Leading Saints Do you know the names of the 3 Nephites? [email protected] Join Kurt in the middle of the Ocean at com Steve Soelberg Ep. 179 Truman Brothers Ep. 533 Popular Mormon podcasters resign from church a step ahead of excommunication Episodes of the Latter-day Struggles podcast Do you have suggestions for what to call the Gospel Library AI? [email protected] Church adds new resources to Gospel Topics and Questions Let’s Talk About Race and the Priesthood by W. Paul Reeve Heaven’s Helpline podcast on YouTube Utah couple competing on the Amazing Race describe meeting at the MTC Follow us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@TheCulturalHall?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss The post 908 AoN BYU Athletic Supporters appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  If you stole The Pharaoh’s microphone, reach out at [email protected] Together by Family Search Ep. 906 Lost Membership David Higham Ep. 715 First Presidency 2025 Easter message See which new hymns to use for Easter worship Missionaries help with operation smile in Peru Church plans to sue north Texas town over temple project Gordon and Sharon Smith appointed as Directors of Church Hosting Church offers relief after severe rainstorm strikes Argentina Church funds donation of emergency transportation vehicles in Ghana Clark Gilbert Ep. 494 Elder Clark Gilbert to speak at BYU commencement April 2025 Heretic is now available for streaming, controversial movie ending explained by director Mormon wife designs future planet on Pinterest If you want to have deep discussions with Richie, [email protected] Will I get my own planet on com Church buys 3-farm North Star Aggregation in Australia Should I Spit podcast Morehouse College’s Lawrence Carter calls for new generation of Christians at BYU Lawrence Carter’s address on YouTube.com The post 907 AoN Make Brandon Flowers Elder Clark Gilbert’s junior companion appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.