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This week on Mormon Newscast, an LDS apostle has some surprisingly strong words about what “real men” do and the irony will stop you in your tracks. We’ll dig into that irony, plus a packed week of Mormon news. Tommy McKay is speaking up about the Mormon Stories lawsuit, and we’ll look at what he’s saying and why it matters. We also have the tragic story of a Latter-day Saint missionary from Tonga who died while serving. There are several temple developments this week, including vandalism connected to the controversial Fairview temple and a new development involving the Heber Valley temple court fight. We’ll also get into a fascinating—and potentially uncomfortable—Salt Lake Tribune discussion about sex, intimacy, and older LDS singles, along with a disturbing criminal case involving a former bishop and child sexual abuse material. And finally, FAIR appears to be gearing up for an absolutely massive 69-part series. Yes, sixty-nine. All that and more on this week’s Mormon Newscast—where we take the biggest stories in Mormonism, add the context that often gets left out, and try to figure out what they actually mean. Donate to Mormon Newscast: https://donorbox.org/the-mormon-newscast The post LDS Apostle Says Real Men Apologize ! appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

Another week, another roundup of stories from the world of Mormonism. This week we begin with another disturbing case involving child sexual abuse. An LDS bishopric counselor accused of abusing multiple boys has accepted a plea deal that could allow him to avoid prison and sex offender registration. We’ll break down the allegations, the plea agreement, and why so many are questioning the outcome. We’ll also cover a Young Women’s activity that many are calling an example of normalizing grooming behavior, another Utah dentist accused of using trust and religious influence to prey on a teenage intern, the ongoing visa debacle involving the Mongolia Mission President, and a fascinating new portrait of Joseph Smith based on the controversial daguerreotype believed by some to be the only photograph of the Mormon founder. We’ll also discuss rumors of confirmation ordinances being performed before baptism in the temple, a new BYU study on retention and the growing gender gap in the Church, another temple name change, President Dallin H. Oaks’ latest missionary guidance and reaffirmation of exclusive LDS truth claims, the Church’s expanding LDS praise music concerts, and the opening of the new Nauvoo Visitors’ Center and the story it chooses to tell. Join Rebecca Bibliotheca, and Bill Reel as we examine another week of Mormon news, history, and the stories shaping the Church today. DONATE TO SUPPORT THE MORMON NEWSCAST: https://donorbox.org/the-mormon-newscast https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast Need help navigating a faith crisis or rebuilding after Mormonism? Bill Reel offers trauma-informed coaching for individuals, couples, and families working through faith transitions, religious trauma, and personal growth. Learn more at: https://awakenandthrive.org/ Please like, subscribe, and share this episode to help us continue bringing thoughtful, evidence-based coverage of Mormonism and its impact. The post No Prison? No Registry? LDS Child Abuse Case Sparks Outrage appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

Tonight on The Mormon Newscast we dive into one of the most secretive and controversial topics in Mormonism: The Second Anointing. Recent photos posted by the LDS Church along with a TikTok video by Mormon apologist Jasmine Rappleye appears to openly discuss and display imagery associated with the Holy of Holies, raising fresh questions about… Read More »Is Mormonism’s 2nd Anointing No Longer Secret? The post Is Mormonism’s 2nd Anointing No Longer Secret? appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

This week’s Mormon Newscast centers on what looks like a renewed willingness by Church leadership under Dallin H. Oaks to draw sharper lines and enforce them. Whether it’s the Church’s trademark lawsuit involving John Dehlin or the excommunication of Landon Brophy, such seems to signal a broader shift toward tightening control over both narrative and… Read More »Elder Oaks and The LDS Punishment Initiative! The post Elder Oaks and The LDS Punishment Initiative! appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

This week on The Mormon Newscast, we’re covering two major developing stories. First, more alleged victims have come forward in the Wade Christofferson CSA cases, adding new layers to an already disturbing situation. As details emerge, the scope and handling of the allegations are becoming harder to ignore. Second, we take a deeper look at… Read More »Christofferson Abuse Allegations Grow While LDS Church Targets Mormon Stories The post Christofferson Abuse Allegations Grow While LDS Church Targets Mormon Stories appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

In tonight’s program we cover the recent Charlie Bird & Mormon Stories commotion. We also look into the recent story about the LDS Stake President not reporting abuse. As well as covering the recent changes to the Seminary Program and the new Hulu series on “Swinging Mormon Wives” The post Privacy & Privilege: A Mormon LGBTQ+ Controversy [The Mormon Newscast 008] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.