Mormon Stories Podcast
Mormon Church Now Teaching Polygamy to Children: Is it Grooming? | Ep. 1974
Dec 16, 2024
Natasha Helfer, a marriage and family therapist excommunicated for her advocacy, joins Alyssa Witbeck, a writer and mother, to discuss the Mormon Church's new curriculum teaching polygamy to children. They raise concerns about its psychological impact and the normalization of harmful beliefs. The duo critiques the historical context of polygamy, revealing power dynamics and issues of consent. Their discussion delves into the emotional turmoil faced by women, particularly within coercive relationships, and emphasizes the need for critical examination of teachings surrounding authority and love.
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- The Mormon Church's new teachings on polygamy for children risk normalizing a historically controversial practice without addressing its complexities and harms.
- Experts express deep concern over how the portrayal of obedience in these teachings may hinder children's ability to trust their instincts and establish boundaries.
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Announcement of Polygamy Education
The Mormon Church has decided to include teachings on polygamy in its curriculum for both children and adults, presenting it positively as an admirable practice rooted in the faith. A new cartoon-style narrative depicting Joseph Smith’s polygamy has been released to facilitate this educational objective, potentially shaping the perspectives of young members. This move is alarming for many, as it signals an intention to normalize a historically controversial and harmful practice. Critics argue that presenting polygamy through such means may obscure the complexities and traumas associated with it, particularly for those affected by polygamous relationships.
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