This is an excerpt from the original Sunstone 2015 presentation, Four View of Joseph Smith: Historians Debate the Prophet Puzzle.
Event: Salt Lake Symposium 2015
Why The Heart Is As Important As The Brain Combining New Science With Ancient Wisdom
Jesus said, “As a person thinks in her heart, so is she.” Long thought to be just a metaphor, the idea of a thinking heart is now supported by scientific findings revealing that the heart has its own nervous system with an electrical field 60 times greater in amplitude than that of the brain. It …
New Directions By Mormon Women Signature Panel Discussion With Authors Of Fresh Courage Take
Six of the twelve contributors to the new book Fresh Courage Take address issues faced by modern Mormon and formerly Mormon women. Authors will speak on ideology, language, motherhood, religious orthodoxy, and more, showing that one heart and many minds can still form Zion. Jamie Zvirzdin, Ashley Mae Hoiland,Marcee Monroe Ludlow, Sylvia Lankford, Camille Strate …
Paul S Wisdom For Our Religious Conflicts
St. Paul’s missionary years were not easy. There was trouble among the followers of “the Way” in CorinthÑsquabbling, back biting, and playing “holier than thou.” In his first letter to the Corinthians, Paul examines some critical questions in a way that can help us modern-day followers navigate the daunting theological and social issues facing the …
Mormon Mental Health Association Living A Life Of Paradox And Personal Growth
This presentation will address the emergence of feminist consciousness and the experience of feminist women in a patriarchal religion. Within the context of human development, it will also address the challenges and personal growth arising from living a life of paradox. Verlyne Christensen, Natasha Helfer Parker
Why We Stay
This perennially well-received session features the stories of those who have chosen to remain active, dedicated, Latter-day Saints, even in the face of challenges to traditional faith. Gina Colvin, Mitch Mayne, Ken Driggs, Kalani Tonga, and Fatimah S. Salleh
Mormonism Beyond The Mainstream Practicing Celestial Marriage On Earth
The prevailing belief among mainstream Mormons seems to be that those who practice polygamy have been brainwashed into doing so by insular communities. But what of those whose journeys led them through the mainstream LDS Church into the practice of polygamy? This panel will address these faithful members who are “doing” Mormonism outside of the …
Devotional Glory
Glory is a central concept in Mormon theology. Latter-day Saints speak of God’s glory, of the glory it is possible for us to experience in mortality, and of the “degrees of glory” that will define our eternal existence. This devotional explores the nature, meaning, and dimensions of this supreme experience and state. It includes portrayals …
Beyond An American Church Mormon Feminism In Mexico
Violence against women in Mexico is an everyday reality; they suffer from it beginning at a very young age. There is great need for a conversation about Mormon feminism in Mexico, how it affects the women there, and how we as Saints can broaden the discussion to include our brothers and sisters around the world. …
Expectations Life Events And Efficacy The Utah Women S Education Gap
This presentation will examine Utah women’s declining graduation rates and analyze how LDS culture impacts both the decisions women make and their ability to make them. Beginning with a historical context, the presentation will focus on 1) how this dynamic translates into the lived experiences of women, 2) the barriers and social support Utah women …