Systemic racism is present in all communities, and Mormonism has uniquely benefitted from white-supremacy. During this session Dr. Mica McGriggs a psychologist and racial equity educator, will lead an exploration of the theological, relational, and personal aspects of racism. “Zion” cannot be achieved unless the sin of racism is rooted out and repented of. Restitution …
Speaker: Mica McGriggs
Black And White The Challenges Of Colonialism In Mormon Art And Scholarship
Depicting ethnic diversity within Mormon art and scholarship often magnifies the religion’s white dominant membership. For example, J. Kirk Richards’ “Eve and the Fruit of the Tree of Knowledge,” which depicts a nude black Eve, drew criticism for presenting an “exoticized” black woman “naked and up for auction.” Since depictions of black Mormons in history, …
Does The Lds Church Do More Harm Or More Good
Joseph Smith famously said the word “Mormon” means “more good.” Does the Mormon Church live up to its name? Or does it do more harm than good? In a lively but friendly debate, four social scientists will offer competing perspectives rooted in research and data. For the sake of discussion, the panel will bracket eternal …
The Worth Of Souls Is Great How The Theory Of An Atheist Supports The Gospel Of Jesus Christ In Promoting Psychological Well Being
The main assumption of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy is that humans have inherent value. Doctrine and Covenants 18:10 teaches that the worth of souls is great in the sight of God. But often aspects of LDS doctrine have been used to accuse and shame. This presentation will use REBT to explore how re-conceptualization can promote …