Mormon Discussion Podcast

Today we sit down to talk to Sam Brown LDS author and scholar and discuss the upcoming conference “New Perspectives on Joseph Smith and Translation” that is taking place on March 16th 2017 from 9am to 5:30pm at Utah State University and is free to the public. We talk about the conference, translation, and Book of… Read More »259: Samuel Brown – Joseph Smith and Translation The post 259: Samuel Brown – Joseph Smith and Translation appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I sit down with Duane Alexander Miller, author of “Living Among the Breakage: Contextual Theology-Making and Ex-Muslim Christians”  Duane tells us about the transition that Muslims entering Christianity are making.  The disruption or “faith crisis” they are having in islam, what it means to leave their faith and what transitions and adaptations they make enter… Read More »258: Duane Miller – Living Among the Breakage The post 258: Duane Miller – Living Among the Breakage appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

We did an episode recently title “Who is the Doubter” where we explored the data about Latter-day Saints who have serious doubts.  We explored where they are finding information, what is their education, Socioeconomic status, level of activity, and their growth. Today we pick up and share part 2 of some of their stories.  There… Read More »257: Those Who Doubt – Part 2 The post 257: Those Who Doubt – Part 2 appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

We did an episode recently title “Who is the Doubter” where we explored the data about Latter-day Saints who have serious doubts.  We explored where they are finding information, what is their education, Socioeconomic status, level of activity, and their growth. Today we pick up and share some of their stories.  There are around a… Read More »256: Those Who Doubt – Part 1 The post 256: Those Who Doubt – Part 1 appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down and discuss the a study done to delve into who is the doubting Mormon.  A study was done and presented to top LDS Leaders on the topic.  Today we delve into the data and find out what is known about these folks and what we know about the growth of this… Read More »255: Who Is The Doubter? The post 255: Who Is The Doubter? appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

This audio program is hosted by Bill Reel, an active faithful Latter-day Saint who has himself gone through a difficult and painful crisis of faith and has remained active in the Church.  This program is for the loved ones of those struggling in hopes for understanding and a safe space to have conversations. You likely received… Read More »To Our Loved Ones: The Struggle Is Real The post To Our Loved Ones: The Struggle Is Real appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

As many folks pray to God about tithing in the Church and make the decision that tithing for them should be paid on surplus, many of these members worry about the unrighteous judgement of a local leader who sees the surplus tithing as not acceptable.  Today we help you to set up online tithing through… Read More »How to set up tithing so your donations are confidential The post How to set up tithing so your donations are confidential appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

As I have attended various firesides and opened myself up to Questions and Answers, what seems to be the most interesting points is the specific ways I reconcile tensions in Mormonism.  Recently in particular a group of folks were deeply intrigued at how I approach a Temple Interview.  That for them there is such a… Read More »254: Tension and Paradox of The Temple Interview The post 254: Tension and Paradox of The Temple Interview appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with with Author, Feminist, and LGBT ally Carol Lynn Pearson.  We discuss her book “The Ghost of Eternal Polygamy” along with several other issues including LGBT inclusiveness and the development of her own faith.  Carol Lynn has been a long time ally and friend of those who feel marginalized by their faith.… Read More »253: Carol Lynn Pearson – Haunting Hearts & Heaven The post 253: Carol Lynn Pearson – Haunting Hearts & Heaven appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today I sit down with Stephen Carter and Jett Atwood, respectively the Author and Illustrator of “Mormonism For Beginners” and “iPlates”.  Stephen also happens to be the Editor of Sunstone Magazine.  We talk about their faith journies, their love of writing and art, and what went into their comic series “iPlates” and their newest book… Read More »252: Mormonism For Beginners The post 252: Mormonism For Beginners appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.