HBO’s VICE News crew recently tagged along with our team during a Mormon Stories Retreat and live interview as part of their story on LGBT Mormons and the LDS Church’s …
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Mormon Stories Podcast Listeners – We are super excited to announce that we have created a Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/mormonstories This is an option we are providing IN ADDITION to the …
A tribute to Tyler Glenn and his new album Excommunication
Today is the release of my dear friend Tyler Glenn’s new album: Excommunication. In my view, this album is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. It is not only a simultaneously raw and …
Stories about Child/Sexual Abuse in the LDS Church
Today the LDS Church re-released a news release entitled “Effectiveness of Church Approach to Preventing Child Abuse.” We say re-release because apparently this press release was issued previously (hat tip …
A Public Brainstorm on How to Effect Significant Change in the LDS Church
There has been a lot of talk about vigils, petitions, marches, mass resignations, and protests, and so I have been trying to think of what actions can be taken that …
A Request for Mormon Newsroom and Eric Hawkins
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Do you desire to be a martyr?
No. This experience has been simply awful for me and for my family. I would not wish this experience on anyone.
Why did you go to the media with your story?
In the letter I received from my stake president (Dr. Bryan King), he wrote the following: “You should also be aware that if you choose to have your name removed from …
Do you have any regrets?
Yes. I regret the extent to which my wife, kids, and extended family have suffered (at times) as a result of my work with Mormon Stories. I also wish I …
Are you in any way involved with the “Strangers in Zion” web site?
No, am not involved in the Strangers in Zion web site. I am friends with Micah Nickolaisen (one of its founders), and Micah did call me before initiating this project to get …
If you are asked to take down Mormon Stories as a condition for your continued membership, will you comply?
No. I am open to feedback from church leaders regarding tone and accuracy of information, but I believe very strongly that our inability as Mormons to openly discuss difficult issues …
Do you want people to resign from the church, or to request disciplinary action, in support of you and Kate Kelly?
No. I want people to do whatever is best for them in their lives.
What will you do if you are excommunicated?
My current plan is to complete my Ph.D. in clinical/counseling psychology, and to spend the next 30 years helping people who struggle with the conflict between religion and mental health. I …
Are you worried that publishing your beliefs/doubts/concerns will lead to your excommunication?
On the contrary. I am sincerely interested in finding out if the LDS Church wants people like me to remain in the church. Consequently, I want all of my/our cards …
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