
Taylor Frankie Paul’s distress exposes the limits of a cultural script that mistakes religious rebellion for freedom.

Christian discipleship asks us to serve our neighbors even when they misunderstand our faith.

The choice between pride and shame is a false binary—transcending both enables a growth mindset more conducive to durable Christian discipleship.

Divergent emotions evoked by Senator Romney’s impeachment vote reveal something more important than just partisan passions.
Our daily rundown of the articles from around the web that we feel our readers would enjoy and appreciate. We hope to highlight the best of what’s around. Public Square Bulletin recommends: Under Pressure to Act White House Says It Will Address Formula Shortage Annie Karnie—New York Times Last week I highlighted a distressing news story about a baby formula shortage. The Biden administration has recently spoken about the issue and has promised to find ways to address the concern. Factsheet: Overview of Refugees Fleeing Religious Persecution Globally United States Commission on International Religious Freedom USCIRF has released a report on what it calls an “unprecedented” global refugee crisis. Latter-day Saints who have been asked to help support in this area can benefit from the report’s bird-eye view of the situation. ‘If someone asked you why the priesthood restoration was so significant, what would you say?’ Joseph Smith Papers historian answers Morgan Jones—LDS Living Spencer McBride, historian for the Church focusing on Joseph Smith, sits down with Morgan Jones to discuss the restoration. His insights help put us in the mind of Joseph Smith and better understand his life and ministry. Deconstructing? There’s a coach for that. Ericka Andersen—Religion News Services A trend to keep an eye on, Religion News Services reports on an increasingly likely decision of believers to not merely leave their faith but to use the help of life coaches to try and deconstruct their beliefs so they can find a way to still identify with their faith tradition while rejecting its beliefs.
The Church released this morning a video open house of the Washington D.C. Temple. The open house has attracted many prominent politicians, journalists, and celebrities. This unique video, narrated by Gary E. Stevenson and Dale G. Renlund, may prove to be a perfect opportunity to share the wonder of a temple open house with anyone no matter where they live.

Is it okay to question? Yes, it can be an important part of your faith journey.