A note to Mormon Newsroom and Eric Hawkins (Senior Manager, Media Relations, LDS Church Public Affairs Department), It has been confirmed to me by multiple sources that over the past few …
A Response to Peggy Fletcher Stack about OSF Finances
I obviously cannot know what Peggy Fletcher Stack’s intentions were in the writing and timing of her recent Salt Lake Tribune article about me entitled “Mormon facing excommunication makes his …
Details for Sunday, Response to Apostasy Charge, and Concerns about the Disciplinary Council
I have put together a release that summarizes a few key things: New details regarding Sunday’s disciplinary council, including information about the vigil organized by Micah Nicholaison. My formal response to …
Responses from Bishops and Stake Presidents about Public Support of Ordain Women and Same-Sex Marriage
I’m still trying to get to the bottom of this question: Can LDS church members remain members in good standing/full fellowship (with a temple recommend) and show public support for …
Stories of Women (and Men) Who Feel They Have Been Harmed by Mormon Patriarchy
If you are a current or former Mormon woman (or man) who feels as though you have been harmed by Mormon patriarchy, please include your story here. Note: Please do …
Stories of Marital Distress or Divorce Because of a Mormon Faith Crisis
If you experienced divorce or significant marital distress because of a Mormon/LDS faith crisis, please share your story here. If Mormon Stories helped you or your marriage through this process in …
Stories of People Disciplined by LDS Church “Just” for Supporting Same-Sex Marriage
Many people are skeptical that someone could be disciplined in the 21st century LDS Church for “just” supporting same-sex marriage. If you have experienced church discipline for supporting same-sex marriage, …
Reasons for the Disciplinary Council
(Updated on 1/19/2015 to provide more detail, based on feedback from Bill Benac). In Peggy Fletcher Stack’s January 16th, 2015 article entitled “Did Mormon podcaster go too far? Dehlin faces …
Disciplinary Council
January 15, 2015 (updated 1/17/2015) For Immediate Release North Logan, UT Phone: 435 227-5776 Email: johndehlin@gmail.com Mormon Podcaster and Scholar John Dehlin Threatened with Excommunication Summary: As a member of …
Your Questions for John Larsen
On January 21st at 6pm in Salt Lake City we will be hosting a live interview and celebration of John Larsen (former host of Mormon Expression Podcast, and current president …
Your Questions for Clark Johnsen and/or about the Book of Mormon Musical Go Here
We will be interviewing Clark Johnsen — original cast member for the Broadway Book of Mormon Musical — this Sunday in Salt Lake City. Please post your questions for Clark …
Why was Kate Kelly Excommunicated, but You Have Not Yet Been?
In Kristine Haglund’s recent article in Slate Magazine regarding the end of the “Mormon Moment,” she wrote: “Around the same time that Kelly was excommunicated, the host of the popular Mormon Stories …
Resources for Married Couples
Some resources for married Mormons or former Mormons. Topics are relevant for unorthodox LDS couples, mixed-faith couples, and post-Mormon couples: Screencasts: Top 5 Myths and Truths about Why Committed Mormons Leave …
A Thank You to Our Workshop Scholarship Donors
To those of you who graciously supported the scholarship recipient program for our August “Marriage and Faith Transition Workshop” — I wanted to let you know that we were able …
An update on my discussions with Stake President Bryan King (8/23/2014)
It appears as though our discussions with stake president Bryan King have abated for the time being, so I wanted to provide a quick update (for those who keep asking). After sending …
Questions for Kirk Caudle
Later this week I’ll have the privilege of guest hosting Mormon Stories. I’ll be talking to Kirk Caudle, Mormon studies scholar and host of the Mormon Book Review Podcast. Until …
A Fascinating Look Into How the LDS Church Conducts Marketing Research Around Progressive Issues
I received these screen shots today from a supportive listener. To me, it’s a fascinating look into how the LDS Church currently conducts marketing research (to its members) around progressive issues …
Questions for Brent Metcalfe
I am very excited to announce that I will soon be interviewing Brent Metcalfe. Brent is a fascinating interview for Mormon Stories for many reasons, including: He knew forger and bomber …
Are you guilty of “speaking ill of the Lord’s anointed”?
A few years ago, Elder Dallin H. Oaks was quoted as saying: “It’s wrong to criticize leaders of the Church, even if the criticism is true.” I have worked very hard …
Are there any quotes from LDS Church leaders which either support or inspire you?
“I admire men and women who have developed the questing spirit, who are unafraid of new ideas as stepping stones to progress. We should, of course, respect the opinions of …