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327: Having the Difficult Conversations about Mormonism with Family, Friends and Community Members

March 6, 2012
By John Dehlin
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This episode was recorded as part of the January 2012 Mormon Stories regional conference held in Houston, Texas dedicated to the topic of “Maintaining Positive Relationships Through Empathy and Dialogue.” In part 1 John Dehlin talks about the costs and benefits of having difficult conversations about Mormonism with family and friends. In part 2, Dan Wotherspoon delivers a presentation called: "Make Love AND War!: Maintaining Positive Relationships During Faith Transitions—A Spiritual Framing."

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324-326: Grant Palmer Returns to Discuss Sexual Allegations Against Joseph Smith, William and Jane Law, and His Resignation

February 26, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode Grant Palmer, author of “An Insider’s View of Mormon Origins,” returns to Mormon Stories to discuss: Sexual allegations made against Joseph Smith during his early years The story of William and Jane Law, and An update on Grant’s resignation from the LDS church Warning: The material...

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323: OCD, Scrupulosity and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with John Dehlin

February 25, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode John Dehlin discusses his Masters thesis research on Scrupulosity (religious/moral Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder).  This presentation covers: 1) an overview of obsessive-compulsive disorder, 2) an overview of scrupulosity, 3) a review of the most common treatments for OCD/Scrupulosity, and 4) the results of John’s recent study of Acceptance...

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Washington DC “Circling the Wagons” conference for LGBTQ/SSA Mormons and their families, friends and allies – April 20th-22nd, 2012

February 13, 2012
By Anne Peffer
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“Building Bridges of Understanding” With Mitch Mayne and Carol Lynn Pearson! The “Circling the Wagons” Statement of Purpose can be found at the bottom of this page. Friday April 20, 2012 – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Opening Social Williams Residence 2501 N Lincoln St. Arlington, VA 22207 Cost of...

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321-322: Denver Snuffer – A Progressive, Fundamentalist, Non-Polygamist Mormon Lawyer Who Claims to Have Seen Christ

February 12, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode John Dehlin interviews Denver Snuffer: a progressive, fundamentalist, non-polygamist Mormon lawyer who claims to have seen Christ. Denver is the author of several books including The Second Comforter: Conversing With the Lord Through the Veil and Passing the Heavenly Gift.

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Boise Mormon Stories Conference – March 17th, 2012: Pioneering Mixed-Belief Communities

February 9, 2012
By Anne Peffer
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With Joanna Brooks, Maxine Hanks, and John Dehlin! Mormon Stories conferences seek to be safe spaces where community members can express themselves authentically regardless of activity level in the Mormon Church or belief in any particular ideology. They do not attempt to persuade attendees to subscribe to any specific...

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320: Changing Demographics in the Worldwide LDS Church with Matt Martinich of the Cumorah Foundation

February 3, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode Scott Holley interviews Matt Martinich of the Cumorah Foundation. Matt takes us on a tour of the triumphs and challenges of Mormonism throughout the world. Matt’s blog can be found at: LDS Church Growth.

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319: Changing Mormon Demographics in the U.S. with Dr. Ryan Cragun

January 29, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode Scott Holley and I interview sociologist Dr. Ryan Cragun about his newly published report called, “Mormons in the United States 1990-2008: Socio-demographic Trends and Regional Differences.” Some of the findings of the report include: Mormons were 1.4% of the U.S. adult population in 2008, a proportion unchanged...

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317-318: BYU Professor Charles Harrell and the Evolution of Mormon Doctrine

January 25, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode, BYU Professor Charles Harrell discusses his new book entitled: “This Is My Doctrine: The Development of Mormon Theology.”  Please remember that you can purchase this book at a discount using the code: MSTORIES.  Proceeds will go to Mormon Stories. “In this first-of-its-kind comprehensive treatment of the...

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(Re)creating Community: Phoenix, AZ – February 17th-19th, 2012

January 14, 2012
By Anne Peffer
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With Margaret Toscano, Jared Anderson, Joanna Brooks and John Dehlin! Friday Evening, February 17th, 2012 Time: 7:00 p.m. Cost of food: $7 Catered dinner and “Bad Mormon Desserts” party with Joanna Brooks. Bring your favorite Mormon dessert and listen to our lovely Joanna read excerpts from her newly released...

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313-316: John and Brooke McLay – From CES to Ex-Mormons

January 8, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode we interview John and Brooke McLay. John served for 14 years as an employee of the LDS Church Education System (CES). In this capacity he served as: a seminary teacher and principal, an institute teacher and director, a BYU Education Week speaker and an EFY Director....

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312: Mormon Expression Interviews John Dehlin

January 3, 2012
By John Dehlin
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In this episode John and Zilpha Larsen interview John Dehlin.

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307-311: Translating the Book of Mormon with Brant Gardner

December 28, 2011
By John Dehlin
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In our 5-part conversation with Brant Gardner about his new book entitled “The Gift and Power: Translating the Book of Mormon,” we discuss most of the major issues with the Book of Mormon including: Joseph Smith’s use of folk magic, the Book of Mormon translation process (including the peep...

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Genuine Mormon Relationships: Houston, TX – January 20th-22nd, 2012

December 18, 2011
By Anne Peffer
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“Maintaining Positive Relationships Through Empathy and Dialogue” Friday Evening, January 20th, 2012, 6:00 p.m. 4807 Yorkshire Street, Sugarland, TX, 77479 Dinner and a LIVE! John Dehlin Mormon Stories interview of Houston’s Bill Prince. Bill will tell the story of his family’s experiences when they learned about the connection between Mormonism...

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305-306: Flunking Sainthood with Jana Riess

December 15, 2011
By John Dehlin
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Today we spend two good hours with author and scholar Jana Reiss.  Jana is the author/editor of nine books, including: Mormonism for Dummies and What Would Buffy Do?  Jana is a convert to the LDS Church, and also has a Ph.D. from Columbia University. In this episode Jana discusses:...

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How has your local Mormon Stories community helped you stay active in the LDS Church?

December 11, 2011
By John Dehlin

MS Friends, A very dear friend (who happens to still value his membership in the LDS Church) is being threatened with a stake disciplinary council for holding a regional Mormon Stories conference, and for his involvement in his regional MS Facebook community. Consequently, we’re gathering testimonials from people who...

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304: Inside the Phoenix Mormon Stories Support Community

November 22, 2011
By John Dehlin

In this episode, four members of the Phoenix Mormon Stories Support Community – Kendahl, Lauren, Scott, and James — discuss: 1) the value that this community has played in their lives, and 2) the lessons they have learned about how to successfully run such a community. If you are interested in...

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Seeking Input on Your Questions/Needs Regarding Faith Transitions

November 19, 2011
By John Dehlin
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Hey everyone, Joanna Brooks, Brian Johnston and I (along with other Mormon Stories friends) are collaborating on pulling together some content (articles, books, podcasts, etc.) to help people who are struggling in an LDS faith transition.  At this early stage, we just want to know what types of questions...

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302-303: James McLachlan — Compelling Mormonism

November 17, 2011
By John Dehlin
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James McLachlan is a professor of philosophy and religion at Western Carolina University, and is actively involved in academic discussions of Mormonism as a co-chair of the American Academy of Religion’s Mormon Studies Group and a board member and past president of the Society for Mormon Philosophy and Theology....

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300-301: LDS Women and Sexual Desire with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

November 9, 2011
By John Dehlin
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This workshop on LDS Women and Sexual Desire was delivered on September 23rd, 2011 by Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-F

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