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Black Mormons Respond to Church Leaders Supporting Racial Segregation? | Ep. 1930

Mormon Stories Podcast

CHAPTER

Race and Leadership in the Mormon Church

This chapter explores a pivotal moment in Mormon history regarding the ordination of a bishop with African ancestry amidst a priesthood ban. It scrutinizes the church's inconsistent racial attitudes, the impact of leadership decisions on marginalized members, and the tension between doctrinal beliefs and spiritual practices. The discussion sheds light on the emotional and historical ramifications of church teachings related to race, especially concerning Black individuals in the faith.

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