June 2023 - Public Square Magazine

AI & ChatGPT: A Compelling Case for God?

Paul Brooks3 years ago4 months ago05 mins

Discover how advancements in AI, like ChatGPT, could lead to a renewed interest in humanity’s past and the concept of a creator or God.

Building Zion in the Backyard: Learning to Love Where You Are

Melody Warnick3 years ago2 years ago09 mins

Is it better to relocate for family or establish roots in a community? Fidelity to a community can come from weighing spiritual obligations, the benefits of community attachment, and family connections.

Is Religion More Popular Than Ever: The 21st Century’s New Religion

C.D. Cunningham3 years ago2 years ago011 mins

Delve into the rise of an unprecedented faith—a blend of social justice, modern philosophies, and digital age rituals, transforming spiritual practice.

Confronting Pre-conceived Illusions: Latter-day Saints and the Abuse Narrative

C.D. Cunningham3 years ago3 years ago08 mins

Are Latter-day Saints more prone to child abuse? Research reveals that the community has significantly lower abuse rates due to effective protective measures.

A resolute figure atop a mountain showcases a steadfast commitment and fidelity to country with a fluttering American flag.

Star-Spangled Morality: Fidelity in American Patriotism

Thomas Eastmond3 years ago3 years ago014 mins

How should fidelity to country be manifested? It must combine reverence for founding principles with responsible critique and relentless pursuit of just laws.

Greeting a patron and his servant on a travel a metaphor for the map to Latter-day Saint anti-racism.

The Doctrine of Christ as a Roadmap to Restorative Racial Justice

Matthew Sailors3 years ago3 years ago07 mins

Can faith lead to racial harmony? Latter-day Saint teachings, rooted in the Doctrine of Christ, present a spiritual pathway to reconciliation and echo MLK’s ideals.

Cartoon3 years ago3 years ago01 min

'The Good Shepherd' shows Christ protecting a lamb, symbolizing the need to reduce abuse in churches for safeguarding the innocent.

I Know How to Lower Church Abuse Rates by 75%

Jennifer Roach3 years ago2 years ago08 mins

What causes lower abuse rates among Latter-day Saints? Geographic organization, focus on family, and female involvement create a safer environment.

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The Other Faith Crisis: Shattering Illusions Around Marital Fidelity

Loren Marks3 years ago2 years ago015 mins

Unmasking the modern perception of marital fidelity, this comprehensive study brings to light the deep-seated fears of emerging adults, the profound impact of trust, and the enduring promise of faith in cultivating and maintaining faithful marriages.

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Changing Historical Norms and Claims of Deception

John Sandorf3 years ago1 year ago012 mins

Journey through the labyrinth of history viewed through the prism of presentism. Reappraise the honesty of past historians and redefine your understanding of history.

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Latter-day Saint Enigma: Their Unexpected Troop Abuse Rates

Jennifer Roach3 years ago2 years ago06 mins

Are Latter-day Saints more likely to abuse kids? Through statistical analysis of the BSA abuse case, we have our first data-supported answer to the question.