Saints Unscripted

If you know a Mormon, you might know that modesty is something big for Mormons. This week on Saints Unscripted, Justin, Kwaku and Mimi talk about what modesty and how to define it. Watch and see if you think the Saints Unscripted give good fashion advice. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

It turns out that this episode has more controversy than we thought before filming! Justin, David, and Kwaku talk about angels: their purpose, what they might look like, and when they appear. Are angels evil? Could an angel appear to you? Do angels have wings?    We believe that angels are everywhere. We believe that God sends angels to earth under his direction to instruct. This is found both in the Holy Bible and the Book of Mormon. We also believe that angels still appear today, not just in biblical times. Joseph Smith saw an angel and we don't doubt that others have seen angels as well.    Justin says, “As long as people that need to be saved, God will be sending angels… to give us a sense of comfort.” Angels are just that!! To give comfort and instruct. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

In this episode, we talk about contraceptives (birth control). Are Mormons allowed to use contraceptives? Many religious people might decide against contraceptives. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members of the Church are not advised whether they should or should not use birth control. Every member is advised to decide with their spouse and with God concerning their decisions in building their family. Justin, Mimi, and David talk about their  personal opinions as members of the Church.

The Ten Commandments have been around for a very very long time but are still widely taught and followed throughout the world. We, as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as Mormons), follow the Ten Commandments found in the bible but, do we interpret them differently?   In this video, we talk about what the Ten Commandments mean to us and give you an idea of how we interpret and obey them in our everyday lives.  Have you ever heard a Mormon say a weird word to replace a swear word? Well, you'll hear some more in here and find out why, at least our hosts, don't swear or say things like "Gez." Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

The population of Nauvoo, Illinois is just over 1,000. So why are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as Mormons) so aware of and slightly obsessed with Nauvoo?    Nauvoo is an important part of the history of the Church of Jesus Christ. Shortly after the Church was organized, persecutions against the Church were rampant. Latter-day Saints (members of the Church) were forced out of their homes and ended up settling in Nauvoo. Nauvoo is where many important revelations occurred during the time of continued persecution. Eventually the saints were forced to flee once again and ended up settling in the western United States (with the Church headquartered in what is now Salt Lake City Utah). Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

David Ostler, a new friend of ours, came on the show to talk about faith crises. Chances are, you know someone (or are someone) who has been through/is going through a faith crisis. Faith crises are scary, both non-members and members will agree. And the outcome is different for everyone.    Is it possible to build bridges between those in a faith crisis (and those who have left the Church) with those who haven't been through/aren't going through a faith crisis? YES. David Ostler talks about how we can connect despite differences in beliefs. He talks about ministering to those suffering with love and empathy.

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon church) often use the phrase "going through the temple." But what does that mean? And can anyone go through or just members of the Church?    In this episode, we talk about what it means to go through the temple. When a temple is first constructed, the public is welcome to take a tour through the temple before it is dedicated (which means that it is dedicated to God as His house). After the dedication, only members of the Church who have a temple recommend (meaning that they are 'worthy' to enter) are able to go. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

Chances are, you've probably used a product whose beginnings were invented by a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as a Mormon). If you haven't watch the video, just take a guess :)    In this video we talk about a few of the more well-known inventions that came to be from members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Some of the inventions might surprise you! We talk about the invention of the TV by Philo Farnsworth who was a member of the Church, among other inventors. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church), members are taught about Jesus Christ. However, in the Church, you might hear people refer to Jesus Christ simply as "Christ." So what are the many names by which Jesus is referred?    In this episode, we decided to go through a few of the names by which Jesus Christ is called and highlight some of our favorites.    Clearly, members of the Church of Jesus Christ are christians and have a firm believe in Jesus Christ and all that he has done. He is our Savior, Redeemer, and Advocate, among many other things. What is your favorite name of Jesus Christ? Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

In this episode, we talk about facts and fictions concerning the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, otherwise known as the Mormon Church. What are things that Mormons can and cannot do?    Here are a few questions we discuss:    “Can Mormons drink alcohol?”  “Are Mormons allowed to question the leaders of the Church?”  “Do Latter-day Saints have to wear a white shirt to Church?”  “Do Latter-day Saints have to attend Sabbath day worship meetings?”  “Are Mormons allowed to use profanity?”  “Are Mormons required to serve a full-time mission?”    David said that these rules truly depend on where your heart is. Are you criticizing or being critical when it comes to certain rules?   Justin says that if you’re looking for religion based on how easy it is to live, your opinion probably isn’t a good measurement on whether or not the religion is true. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted