January 2025 - Page 2 of 2 - Public Square Magazine

A missionary prays despite darkness around her, symbolizing the struggle of faith against fear in Heretic Movie.

Cartoon1 year ago01 min

A solitary figure walking to a church captures the determination of religious devotion despite its demands.

The High Demands of the Devoted: “Why Do They Do It?”

Loren Marks1 year ago011 mins

How do faith demands become blessings? Devotion fosters stronger bonds with God, family, and community, transforming sacrifices into profound rewards.

A student walks toward a campus at sunrise, representing hope and the transformative power of education at BYU.

Bright Days at BYU: The Story of a Convert Student Who Became a Professor

Loren Marks1 year ago010 mins

How faith and high standards at BYU shape lives; Sandra found it to be transformative as a student. Now she conveys her love as faculty in her classrooms and in her kitchen.

Cowboy Standing in a Field of Yellow Grass | Netflix's American Primeval & History of Brigham Young

Netflix’s American Primeval: The Prejudiced Fiction of Brigham Young

C.D. Cunningham1 year ago11 months ago08 mins

Can Netflix’s ‘American Primeval’ justify its fictional Brigham Young? No, it fosters cultural bias under artistic license.

A collaborative library scene showcasing the unity of faith-based education.

Redefining Higher (and Holier) Education: BYU’s Fusion of Faith and Learning

Carol Rice1 year ago011 mins

Why is BYU reinforcing its religious mission in education? By emphasizing gospel-centered learning, the university provides students with a distinctive, faith-integrated academic experience that prepares them for both secular and spiritual growth.