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This week brought major developments inside the LDS Church, from missionary policy changes to a disturbing criminal case involving the family of a Mormon apostle. We break it all down with analysis, context, and what it means for everyday Latter-day Saints.

Stories Covered:

LDS Church lowers the age requirement for sister missionaries, marking the biggest missionary policy shift since 2012.

Brother of an LDS apostle arrested on child sex abuse charges, raising new questions about transparency and church culture.

Saturday evening session of General Conference officially removed, continuing the ongoing restructure of conference formats.

Reactions, implications, history, and what to watch next.

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This week on the Mormon News Roundup (Ep. 183 – Nov 16, 2025), we dive into another wild week in Mormonism:⛪ Apostle Speaks on Callings – Viral clips raise questions about spiritual authority and LDS Church transparency🏈 BYU Athletics Meltdown – Fans, memes, and sports media react to the latest Cougar controversy🧑‍⚖️ New Bishopric Goes TikTok Viral – Is this the future of LDS leadership announcements?🎥 “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” – Whitney Leavitt vs. Jen Affleck drama spills into mainstream entertainment🎁 Giving Machines Return – The PR machine is back for the holidays📺 Heather Gay Exposes Mormonism’s Dark Side – Bravo airs bombshell accounts of LDS control and secrecy🥤 The BYU Stolen Soda Scandal – Yes, it’s a thing📢 New LDS Church Ad Campaign Drops – Big money, big message⛵ Boating While Mormon – A very Mormon viral boating saga🧪 Formula Test TikTok – LDS dietary revelation meets science experiment🏛️ Temple Construction Update – What’s going on with all those unfinished temples?Plus: memes, commentary, and the best (and worst) of Mormon internet culture this week.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6565569197309952

In this week’s Mormon News Roundup (Ep. 182 – Nov 11, 2025), Dives breaks down the biggest headlines from the world of Mormonism:

🚨 Dallin H. Oaks sparks controversy after his latest remarks on faith and authority

👕 LDS Church releases a new garments campaign — and the internet reacts

🚌 Mormon temple tour draws criticism online

🏕️ Boy Scouts settlement stirs debate about LDS Church responsibility

⚖️ Tim Ballard claims he was defamed and excommunicated by the Church

🔫 Utah Church shooting shocks local congregation

👮‍♂️ Former bishop and Utah mayor arrested for decades of child abuse

💔 Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds opens up about suicide, faith, and change

🎓 BYU controversy resurfaces after sports comments go viral

🥤 “Dirty Soda” craze continues — Mormon culture goes mainstream

Watch as Dives unpacks the scandals, spins, and spiritual drama shaping Mormonism this week.

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This week on Mormon News Roundup #181, things get spicy! We’re diving into the latest wave of angry Mormon reactions, wild Twitter meltdowns, and the most unhinged rants from across social media. From furious defenders of the faith to the most bizarre apologetic takes you’ve ever seen — we’re breaking it all down with humor, insight, and zero reverence.

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📅 Recorded November 4, 2025

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Welcome to Mormon News Roundup #179 — your weekly digest of major news affecting The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In today’s edition: the passing of President Russell M. Nelson, and a deadly attack on an LDS meetinghouse in Michigan.

🔍 Highlights:

1. Russell M. Nelson Dies at 101

— Russell M. Nelson, the 17th President and Prophet of the Church, passed away on September 27, 2025, at the age of 101 in Salt Lake City.

— His leadership era saw major changes in church naming, youth programs, temple expansion, and more.

— Church leaders and public figures across Utah and beyond are issuing tributes and preparing for the transition.

2. Shooting and Arson at Michigan LDS Church

— On September 28, 2025, a mass shooting and arson attack occurred at an LDS meetinghouse in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan.

— The assailant, identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford, drove his vehicle into the church, opened fire, and set the building ablaze with gasoline.

— The attack resulted in at least 4 deaths and 8 injuries, with the shooter killed by police in an exchange of fire.

— Authorities are investigating motive and whether there is any link to Nelson’s death.

📌 Context & Analysis

The juxtaposition of a major leadership transition with a violent attack on a meetinghouse poses deep questions about security, persecution, and the resilience of the faith community.

How will the Church respond spiritually, administratively, and in public communication during this tumultuous period?

What are the implications for local congregations, especially in Michigan and surrounding areas?

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In Episode 177 of Mormon News Roundup (Sept 14, 2025), we take a deep dive into the shocking killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University — including new details, the background of the alleged shooter, how The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has responded, and how this tragedy is affecting politics, faith, and public discourse.

What we cover in this episode:

Did Charlie Kirk praise Mormons just before the shooting? Exploring accounts that he complimented the Church and possible relevance (or lack thereof).

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LDS Church’s response: official statements, condemnation of violence, messages of compassion, how they’re addressing the public fallout.

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The bigger picture: political violence in the U.S., polarization, misinformation, social media role, and how this incident is being interpreted by different groups.

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Why this matters: This isn’t just another tragic shooting — it raises hard questions about free speech, public safety, trust, faith identity, political extremism, social media’s influence, and how institutions respond when violence intersects with religion and politics.

Resources & Further Reading:

Statement from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the shooting, condemning the violence.

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AP’s fact check on false claims and misleading theories that have circulated.

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Coverage of the suspect’s behavior online pre- and post-incident (Discord messages etc.).

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If you appreciate balanced coverage of faith / religious community reactions, political implications, and human stories behind the headlines, this episode is for you.

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This week on Mormon News Roundup (Ep. 176):

Joining us is the one and only Ryan Josiah — The Gay Mormon Jesus! 🌈✝️

The Wall Street Journal outlines how the Ex-Mormon TikTok movement is going global.

President Russell M. Nelson pens an op-ed in TIME Magazine—what’s his message, and how are people reacting?

Temple updates you don’t want to miss.

Lively reactions to the controversial “An Inconvenient Faith” document.

And so much more Mormon news, analysis, and commentary!

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In this week’s Mormon News Roundup (Episode 175), we break down the biggest headlines in Mormonism and beyond:

🔹 Mormon apologist issues a surprising apology

🔹 Latest temple news and construction updates

🔹 Major church tithing lawsuit comes to an end

🔹 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3 teaser drops

🔹 And much more!

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In this week’s Mormon News Roundup (Episode 173 – August 10, 2025), Dives breaks down the top Mormon headlines you need to know:

• LDS Communications Director Aaron Sherinian speaks out – what he said and why it matters.

• $exual abuse cases making waves in and around the LDS Church.

• Swig Soda – Utah’s sugar empire – announces plans to go global!

• The spiciest hot takes on Mormonism from across the internet this week.

We cover the wins, the fails, and the jaw-dropping moments from the world of Mormonism.

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In Episode 172 of the Mormon News Roundup (August 3, 2025), we dive into a whirlwind of breaking Mormon headlines:

🔹 Tim Ballard reportedly flees amid new investigations

🔹 Mormon Church officially schisms over polygamy doctrine

🔹 Lindsey Stirling drinks coffee—and the internet melts down

🔹 Explosive church growth across Africa

🔹 A24 drops a stunning Mormon-themed movie trailer

🔹 Several shocking new sex scandals hit Mormon-linked figures

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