Truth, Justice, and the BYU Way
A retrospective on Elder Jeffrey Holland’s BYU staff talk and what the fierce response by some suggests about this distinctive school’s place in the ailing American university system.
Tag: LGBT
Is it Time for Latter-day Saints to Support Same-Sex Marriage?
I wanted to thank Blair Hodges for calling attention to an article we ran earlier this year by Professor Robert P. George. Blair has been a frequent critic of the magazine, and we appreciate his engagement and efforts in...
Draping Yourself in a Rainbow Flag Doesn’t Help Me Feel Loved
Journalists at Church-owned media who promote Pride Month material may not realize how confusing and discouraging it can be for active members like me.
More Apostolic Warnings Against Racism
Dallin H. Oaks, the second senior-most leader of The Church of Jesus-Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke Tuesday at Ensign College with Clark Gilbert, the Commissioner of the Church’s educational system. Oaks said: “In...
Teach It Freely Unto Your Children
Children deserve to learn true doctrine enthusiastically and often, both at home and at church. We fail them if we’re ashamed or hesitant.
Anything But The Cross
It’s often suggested that LGBT+ folks are being unfairly asked to surrender too much in the Church. While it’s a big ask, it’s nothing less than He asks from all of His followers.
Is the Church safe for LGBT+ youth?
Prominent Salt Lake attorney, Eli McCann tweeted a widely shared and remarkable claim. I frequently have Mormon parents of lgbtq children reach out and ask what they can do to be affirming and make sure their child feels safe. I...
Why “All-in” LGBT+/SSA Saints Are So Reluctant to Speak Up
As conversations regarding the Church and LGBTQ issues only seem to be getting louder, why are so many faithful LGBTQ/SSA Latter-day Saints choosing to stay quiet?
The Motte, the Bailey, and Gospel of Instagram
Beware those who would use your good heart to deceive you into accepting bad arguments.
Collaboration Amid Controversy: A Hopeful Report from Loudoun County
You may have seen Loudoun County, Virginia, in the news for acrimony and fighting. You should also know about some really good things happening behind the scenes.
A Love Note to Diamond Marriages and Sapphire Singles
Contrary to dismissive public rhetoric, more and more couples are thriving in what the world calls “mixed-orientation marriages.” Yet anyone considering it faces enormous opposition. It’s time for that to change.
Is Popular Discourse Set Up to Point Us Towards Truth?
It’s understandable why we take for granted that our national conversations about all sorts of things are orienting us towards the truth of the matter. But what if they’re not?
