Utah has been through a lot lately — tragedy, transition, and questions about who we are as a community. In this episode, we reflect on three recent events that shook the Latter-day Saint world:

• The shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk in Utah Valley

• The passing of President Russell M. Nelson and the rise of President Dallin H. Oaks

• A devastating attack on a Latter-day Saint congregation in Michigan.

Rather than react with outrage or division, we explore what it means to respond with empathy, faith, and understanding — to build bridges even when the ground feels unstable. Along the way, we share thoughts on belief, belonging, and the vision that sparked Latter Day Bridge Builders: a community where active members and former members can still meet at the same table.

✨ Topics include:

– Grieving without politicizing tragedy

– How “tribes” shape our sense of belonging

– Empathy for those who see the world differently

– Remembering President Nelson’s call to “build bridges of understanding”

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