TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelity

Join us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (2/3).

SOURCES:
churchofjesuschrist.org 

For the Strength of Youth- 2001 version

Young Women’s Personal Progress 2009

Young Men’s Duty to God 2010

Orson Pratt, The Seer Vol. 1.2, February 1853

TW: Mentions of homophobia, sexism, racism, abuse, and infidelity

We're back and better than ever after enjoying a wonderful holiday season with our loved ones. We're so excited for you to join us as we discuss all things marriage, dating, and divorce in this three part series (1/3).

SOURCES:
churchofjesuschrist.org 

For the Strength of Youth- 2001 version

Young Women’s Personal Progress 2009

Young Men’s Duty to God 2010

Orson Pratt, The Seer Vol. 1.2, February 1853

TW: Mentions of homophobia and transphobia

Gender roles in the church are FELT!! Come along with us as we discuss the gender binary, gender roles, and homophobia that is ever present in the Mormon church. 

SOURCES: 

The Family: A Proclamation to the World

Latter Gay Stories

churchofjesuschrist.org

Come along with us as we dive into the church's financial situation and unpack where that money is really going. 

Sources:

https://thewidowsmite.org/2023update/

https://universe.byu.edu/2023/12/13/light-the-world-encourages-people-to-spread-light-and-service-this-christmas-season/#:~:text=Light%20the%20World%20began%20as,Christ%2C%20according%20to%20Church%20Newsroom%20 

Kage shares their story of meeting the missionaries and feeling like she was living a double life as she explored Mormonism in their early 20s. 

TW: Mentions of emotional abuse and cult behavior

Our special guest Em shares their story of growing up Catholic, exploring another church during college, and ultimately deciding that religion is just not for them. 

TW: Mentions of sexual assault, pornography, depression, anxiety, and abuse

Karina's sister Sarah shares her story of trying desperately to hold onto the church and the struggles she faced as she was eventually pushed out.

TW: Mentions of sexual assault, pornography, depression, anxiety, and abuse

Karina's sister Sarah shares her story of trying desperately to hold onto the church and the struggles she faced as she was eventually pushed out.  

Things got a little spooky on this week's episode as we discuss the origin of Halloween and how we experienced it as Mormons.

SOURCES
Library of Congress: https://www.history.com/news/halloween-samhain-celts-catholic-church https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2021/10/the-origins-of-halloween-traditions/#:~:text=Yet%2C%20the%20Halloween%20holiday%20has,costumes%20to%20ward%20off%20ghosts
The History Channel
Grace to You: https://www.gty.org/library/articles/A123/christians-and-halloween
A study by Lifeway: https://news.lifeway.com/2015/10/26/lifeway-research-halloween-2015/#:~:text=Religious%20differences,'%20good.%E2%80%9D%20McConnell%20said
LDS Living: https://www.ldsliving.com/what-the-church-has-said-about-halloween/s/86783 

Women Seeking Christ: https://womenseekingchrist.org/2021/10/31/do-latter-day-saints-celebrate-halloween/
Quora: https://www.quora.com/How-do-Mormons-battle-evil-spirits-demons-and-bad-energy
Church Website: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/129?lang=eng#title_number1
Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/mormon/comments/15wu6qm/since_mormons_believe_in_demonic_possession_are/ 

TW: Mentions of eating disorders & addiction

Sammi's BFF Lily joins us to share her story & give a little insight on the church's health code ✨The Word of Wisdom✨