Author Meets Critics. Shaken Faith Syndrome: Strengthening One’s Testimony in the Face of Criticism and Doubt Using very selective presentations of the evidence, many groups target Mormons in the hope of creating doubt and disillusionment. And sometimes they succeed, as many Latter-day Saints are unaware that faith-shaking claims have been addressed time and again. A …
Speaker: JOHN DEHLIN
Crisis of Faith Experiences among Faithful Mormon Intellectuals
Crisis of Faith Experiences among Faithful Mormon Intellectuals Do I still believe in God? Is the Mormon understanding of God and the universe something I can continue to embrace? Is it possible to keep my intellectual integrity and still be a deeply committed Mormon? What would happen if I abandoned my faith? A crisis of …
DISCUSSION: SUNSTONE STRATEGY BRAINSTORM
SUNSTONE IS AT AN IMPORTANT CROSSROADS. PLEASE JOIN THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND EDITOR FOR A CONVERSATION ON WHAT WE MIGHT DO TOGETHER TO TAKE SUNSTONE INTO THE 21ST CENTURY JOHN DEHLIN, DAN WOTHERSPOON
STAYING IN THE CHURCH AFTER A CRISIS OF FAITH
Thousands of people either leave or contemplate leaving the LDS church each year. However, many feel a great deal of ambivalence towards this decision, since leaving the Church often has very serious familial, social, occupational, and even psychological implications. Many members caught at this crossroads see only two paths: (1) stay active as a full-blown, …
THE FUTURE OF SUNSTONE
Sunstone is at an important crossroads, resulting in a new, board-approved strategic plan. We’re very pleased to share this vision with you and to have you join with us in creating Sunstone’s future. JOHN DEHLIN
GREAT MOVIES THAT HAVE EXPANDED MY RELIGIOUS WORLD, 2.0
GREAT MOVIES THAT HAVE EXPANDED MY RELIGIOUS WORLD, 2.0 For many of us, movies not only entertain but can also change how we see and experience life and the world. From watching a film, we can feel cleansed, live without guilt, or be more selfless. Last year’s “Great Movies . . .” panel featured an …
MORMONISM’S ‘MITT MOMENT’
MORMONISM’S ‘MITT MOMENT’ Even more than the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics did, Mitt Romney’s early success in his run for President of the United States has brought media and water-cooler attention to Mormon teachings and practice. Polls revealing in some cases that a third or more potential voters would have strong hesitations in …
Discussion Of Richard Dutcher’s States Of Grace
Discussion Of Richard Dutcher’s States Of Grace Join writer, producer, and director Richard Dutcher and others in a lively discussion about the film States of Grace. Panelists will discuss the issues the film raises both as dramatic story and from the way Latter-day Saints have reacted to its theatrical runs. Rory Swensen, Moderator/Panelist; Rev. Greg …
A Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Mormon CyberGalaxy
Are you hearing terms such as “blog,” “podcast,” or “Mp3” and just feeling as if the cyberuniverse is whizzing past you at warp 7 speed? Do you have a computer but feel intimidated to try new tricks and ways to connect with others, especially in the constellation known as Mormondom? Join technology-made-understandable guru John Dehlin …