Mormon Discussion Podcast

  Our first in a series of Reflections of Latter-Day Saints who are struggling at present with the Church.  We have started this series after the policy change affecting those in a Same Sex Marriage and their children.  Today is Tyler Daniel.  If you wish to have your voice heard email me at reelmormon@gmail.com or message me on facebook. The post 176: Reflections: Tyler Daniel appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Tonight I have released a short episode sharing my thoughts on the policy changes that occurred today which imposes a view of those in Same Sex Marriages absolutely as apostates and which withholds ordinances from children of same sex couples without the child doing anything wrong with their agency.   It is my Mormon right to raise a hand opposed and I do indeed dissent. The post 175: Same Sex Policy Changes: My Thoughts appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with 3 incredible Sisters in the Church.  Suzette Smith returns and she brings along Kristy Money  and Fara Sneddon with her.  We sit down and hash out the latest of the Gospel Topic Essays “Joseph Smith’s Teachings about Priesthood, Temple, and Women” We move through each section bringing in historical context and little known experiences within our history while these women also add in their life experience to round out the perspective.  Women being ordained, Women giving blessings, and Women being given a Priesthood Key.  Sit down with me at the feet of some wise souls as we explore this latest essay.     The post 174: Turning The Key to You appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we sit down with LDS author Thomas Wirthlin McConkie.  We discuss at length his book “Navigating Mormon Faith Crisis”.  In his book he helps the reader see the Faith Development Map that allows for healthier smoorth transitions. We cover what a faith crisis feels like, how other react to it, and how we might might make it work in a softer healthier way. His webite is MormonStages.com and his book can be purchased directly from his site. The post 173: Thomas Wirthlin McConkie: Developmental Map appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

How do you handle Missionary work now that you have reconstructed your faith?  Several listeners have asked me this and I finally sat down and discuss it here.  Do I still value Missionary work?  What will I teach and testify of and what do I avoid or rephrase when another member (including fulltime missionaries) speaks up? Today I share my thoughts on what I would and would not teach and why I still value Missionary work!!! The post 172: Handling Missionary Work appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today Chris Bloxham sits down with Bill Reel for a little turn of the tables.  Bill is asked directly What his Mormonism looks like after having reconstructed it.  Bill tackles the tough questions and holds nothing back.  You want to meet Mormonism’s Historical Reality face to face and make it work, here’s one framework with which to do it. The post 171: Special Episode – Bill Reel: Mormonism My Way appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Continuing our PERSPECTIVES series we sit down with former guest Brittney Hartley.  She has been one of the podcasts biggest supporters and has traveled the path of faith reconstruction.  She sits down with me and we chat about that transition and what that means for her beliefs today. If you live near the Boise Idaho area and want to be a part of the faith support group Brittney spoke about email her at brittneylhartley AT gmail DOT com The post 170: Perspectives: Brittney Hartley appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Today we talk about a strange scripture.  John 16:7. Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. This scripture always seemed odd till a few days ago when it struck what at least one potential meaning could be.  This episode is short but hopefully full of insight as each of us move through a faith deconstruction and reconstruction.    May each of us find our Innner Authority while leading with faith. The post 169: The Inner Authority appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

With The Church releasing photos of the Seer Stone it seems to beg the question what really is at the root of our discomfort with this narrative.  For me the answer is obvious….. Treasure Digging and Folk Magic and the depth of the details of how all the characters involved are just that……. involved. We hit on the Chase family, magic circles, guardian spirits, throat slit Spaniards, Obadiah Dogberry, and Alvin’s Hand.  This one was fun and I hope you find it fun too. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seer_stone_(Latter_Day_Saints) https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/bitstream/1807/27599/3/Parker_Stuart_AC_201103_PhD_thesis.pdf http://undergroundnotes.com/graphics7/Dialogue_V27N03_211.pdf https://exploringmormonism.com/palmyra-magic-timeline/ http://en.fairmormon.org/Joseph_Smith/Seer_stones http://en.fairmormon.org/Joseph_Smith/Seer_stones/%22Rock_in_hat%22_used_for_Book_of_Mormon_translation http://en.fairmormon.org/Book_of_Mormon/Translation/Joseph’s_use_of_the_seer_stone_as_a_youth http://fr.fairmormon.org/Joseph_Smith/Seer_stones https://www.lds.org/ensign/1987/08/the-alvin-smith-story-fact-and-fiction?lang=eng http://mit.irr.org/changing-first-vision-accounts-1827-first-vision-account-related-willard-chase http://www.fullerconsideration.com/sources.php?cat=HP-FBC   The post 168: Seer Stones, Folk Magic, and Alvin’s Hand appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.

Can skeptics debunk faith healing and priesthood blessings as mere placebo effect?  What can people from strong faith and cultural backgrounds learn about their healing practices from scientific and secular sources? In this episode, guest host Jon Young discusses social and faithful healing practices, modern medicine, and how they relate to the placebo effect with cultural anthropologist and TED fellow Chelsea Shields.  The discussion addresses LDS priesthood blessings and the often popular use of oils and alternative medicines by church members. Discover more about Chelsea from her talks, podcasts, and various readings at www.drchelseashields.com The book containing information on early Mormon medical practices that Jon refrenced in the podcast is Bleed, Blister, And Purge: A History Of Medicine On The American Frontier The post 167: Chelsea Sheilds: Faith Healing, Medicine, and the Placebo Effect in Mormonism appeared first on Mormon Discussion by Bill Reel.