We're back! The Word of Wisdom got a lot of type this week, and a lot of reaction, so let's add to it! More thoughts about the New Era article, the Church's support of the article, plus the ethics of news on Facebook and finally, the Church announced required training for leaders of youth and adults. All that plus more on the Report

NEWS

* Utah man closer to death by firing squad after losing appeal (Washington Post)

* Memo to young Mormons: Vaping is not OK, says LDS Church (Jana Riess, Religion News Service)

* Statement on the Word of Wisdom (Church Newsroom)

* Beware of those fancy coffee drinks, church warns Latter-day Saints (Salt Lake Tribune)

* Redditor makes 'hot drink alternatives' list after LDS Church clarifies 'Word of Wisdom'

* LDS Church monitoring Hong Kong protests, expresses concern for missionary safety

* Ed Smart, father of Elizabeth Smart, announces he is gay (Deseret News)

* Church Launches Protection Training for Leaders of Children and Youth (Church Newsroom)

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