Benjamin Pacini, Author at Public Square Magazine

The Case for Heroic Masculinity

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Generational

The problem is not that masculinity is toxic. The problem is that we have abandoned the heroic and noble masculine virtues that the world so desperately needs today.

Men Policing Men and the Sexual Revolution

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I get together with my friends Thomas Stringham and Meagan Kohler to discuss their opinions on the sexual revolution and what role men play in teaching men proper sexual ethics.

Belonging at Church

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Gospel Fare

The second in a series on unity, belonging, and striving toward the just society of “Zion.” This article explores how to achieve a community of belonging in our congregations and church-sponsored schools.

Brad Wilcox’ Recent Comments

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I get together with some friends to discuss Brad Wilcox’s recent comments–and the strong response they received. We talk about intent and circumstances, but also the reason the comments were hard for so many.

Note: we tried to get this right. I guarantee we didn’t manage perfectly. A group of thoughtful people talking it out helped me though. There were some really good moments and insights, and if nothing else, I think we modeled what it looks like to grapple with something hard in as faithful a way as possible. That sounds me as worth doing.

Conservative and Liberal Religion Pt 1

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I sit down with Dan Ellsworth and a couple other friends (Meagan Kohler and Jeff Bennion) to discuss his article on “Exploring Conservative and Liberal Religion”.

An Anti-Racism That Unites Us

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Racial Healing

The first in a series of articles on unity, belonging, and striving toward the just society–known in restorationist doctrine as “Zion.”

A Thought of Hope for the New Year

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

Why is the trust declining in today’s society and how does forgiveness factor into the solution? In this quick episode, Ben shares his thoughts and insights into these two important questions.

‘Tis The Season: Good Will to Men

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | News Media

Another festive response to Jeff Green

Scary Stories About Utah

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I sit with several of my Public Square friends to discuss their recent articles discussing accuracies, and inaccuracies, of common assumptions about Utah.

The Politicization of History

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I discuss the politicization of history and how it applies in education with a couple of history...

New Texas Abortion Law

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I sit down with several friends to discuss Texas’s recent abortion law. We break down common stances, how to maintain a civil dialogue, and the details of the new legislation.

Conference Review

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

Ben chats with a couple great friends about our favorite talks, lessons, and miracles from General Conference!

Covenantal Pluralism

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

Marian Edmonds-Allen and I discuss “covenantal pluralism” which can fix LGBTQ+ and faith divides. We review her history, and religion helping LGBTQ+ rights.

RC Goes CWIC

Posted by Benjamin Pacini | Radical Civility

I chat with Greg Matsen of the Cwic show about Elder Holland’s BYU talk. We talk politics, CRT, religion and teaching policy. Fun to agree-and disagree-with him!