Today we will be reviewing the recently announced changes to the LDS Church's General Handbook of Instructions. Major changes include:  - Major changes to the church's Disciplinary Council and Excommunication processes.  - Major changes for LGBTQ Mormons, and specifically for Transgender Mormons.  - Some minor changes for women/feminists.  - Other changes to general policy.  For part 1 of this series I will be reviewing the changes. For parts 2 - ? of this series I will bring on a panel to discuss the changes.

1260: Major Changes to the LDS General Handbook of Instructions - 2020 Edition Pt. 1

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Just when you thought Summur's faith transition couldn't get any more intense, buckle up for a mind-blowing ride in part 2. From uncovering disturbing details in the Gospel Topics Essays that left her questioning everything she knew, to grappling with the church's dishonesty about its history and finances, to watching her oldest daughter develop scrupulosity, Summur holds nothing back. Her brutally honest account of deconstructing her lifelong beliefs is equal parts heartbreaking and empowering. You'll be on the edge of your seat as she navigates the challenges of a mixed-faith marriage, learning how to have open and loving discussions despite diverging worldviews. Summur's raw vulnerability and unrelenting search for truth and meaning will leave you reflecting on your own spiritual journey long after the interview ends. Episode Show Notes  Youtube link  Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:  One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo   Our Platforms:  Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts   Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117   Social Media:  Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord  

1888: Deconstructing Mormonism in a Mixed-Faith Marriage: Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 2

What happens when a multiracial woman raised in a loving family that valued advocacy, positivity, and education joins the Mormon church? Summur's fascinating journey takes you from her NFL player father desegregating a team, to her mother fiercely protecting her from bullies and racism. Despite nurturing experiences at home, Summur faced harsh judgments and segregationist attitudes at church - a stark contrast that began shaping her doubts. Her path winds through BYU, an African American Studies class that unveiled new perspectives, and a traumatic racist cop incident, before working as a flight attendant and meeting her husband. With a unique multicultural lens, Summur shares the powerful family influences, eye-opening experiences, and pivotal moments like a young girl's innocent "Look mommy, a Lamanite" comment that led her to fundamentally question certain Mormon teachings and toxic cultures like purity culture. Prepare for an insightful, thought-provoking journey through the eyes of a Black Mormon woman. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link    Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:  One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo   Our Platforms:  Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts   Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117   Social Media:  Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord  

1887: Returning to Mormonism after Falling Away - Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 1

Julia, Nemo, and Mike are back to discuss the varying accounts of the three men who supposedly saw Joseph's "gold plates" that eventually became the Book of Mormon. What did they say about what they REALLY saw? Episode Show Notes Youtube Link   Nemo the Mormon - YouTube  Nemo the Mormon - TikTok  Nemo the Mormon - Instagram  Analyzing Mormonism - YouTube  Analyzing Mormonism - Website  Analyzing Mormonism - Instagram  Analyzing Mormonism - TikTok  _________________________ LDS Discussions is made possible by generous donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:  One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo  LDS Discussions Platforms:  LDS Discussions Website LDS Discussions Playlist on YouTube  Contact LDS Discussions:  Twitter: @ldsdicussions Facebook: @ldsdiscussion Insta: @ldsdiscussions Email: ldsdiscussions@gmail.com  Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media:  Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord 

1886: Are the 3 Witnesses to the Book of Mormon Credible? w/ LDS Discussions

Last week Book of Mormon apologists declared victory when it was revealed on an evangelical Christian podcast that ancient gold plates were allegedly discovered in Saudi Arabia - in their minds, validating the Joseph Smith/Gold Plates/Book of Mormon/Nephites narrative. Today Bible scholar Dan McClellan returns to Mormon stories to show us the evidence as to why the Saudi Gold Plates are a forgery. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Dan McClellan  Data Over Dogma - Podcast Dan McClellan - website for classes Dan McClellan - TikTok Dan McClellan - Instagram Dan McClellan - Twitter Dan McClellan - Facebook Dan McClellan - YouTube Dan McClellan - LinkTree Dan’s Online Courses - Didaskaloi Publications by Dan McClellan Biography of Dan McClellan   Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:  One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo   Our Platforms:  Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts   Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117   Social Media:  Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord  

1885: Book of Mormon Evidence? Saudi Gold Plates are Forgeries w/ Bible Scholar Dan McClellan

Join us as Nemo the Mormon reviews with us the highlights and lowlights from the April 2024 LDS General Conference. Nemo watches LDS General Conference so that you don't have to. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link  Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today:  One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo   Our Platforms:  Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts   Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117   Social Media:  Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord  

1260: Major Changes to the LDS General Handbook of Instructions - 2020 Edition Pt. 1

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