To recap recent discussions, ProfXM says: To me it seems like it might be a good idea, but it also requires that religions not be exclusive, which, of course, many are. So, rather than being a good idea, it seems more like a futile idea. And I say that as someone who fully embraces the ...
An LDS mission strange and fascinating experience. Up until recently, though, it’s been tricky for people to get an idea of what a Mormon mission is really like without serving one. Part of the problem is that Mormon journals are supposed to be faith-promoting, in order to potentially serve as scriptures, like Nephi’s. “Get a ...
Yep, everyone is talking about marriage this week! From those ever stare-worthy polygs, to Rock’s thoughtful history of the rise of the temple wedding, to the sacredness of jumping into marriage before it’s too late! The Segullah Book Club analyzes the innocence of the bride on the way in, Jana inaugurates a series of tales ...
Since Main Street Plaza is growing, we’re thinking of adding some new features — maybe even a fourth column! But since this is a community blog, that’s where you come in. What do you think of the features we’ve added to the sidebars? What else would you like to see? Would you like to post ...
I just love it when a discussion topic goes viral, and spreads from one blog to another! (The Internet’s great, isn’t it?) For example, J. Max Wilson called the New Order Mormons “Pharisees”, and that set off an interesting discussion about “Cultural Mormonism”. Daniel followed-up with an excellent response and analysis, and Therese came up ...
Congratulations to this year’s winner, Monica Bielanko!! This past year, she’s been sharing her pregnancy tales on Babble, in addition to continuing her photography, activism, and journalism (who could forget this tale surrounding Dallin Oaks’ understanding of civil rights?). So, congrats on a great year, Monica!!! And I hope you and the guest of your ...
There’s only one day left to vote for William Law X-Mormon of the Year 2010! And to add a little excitement, the Mormon Alumni Association has decided to award the winner a pair of tickets to God’s favorite musical!! I can’t wait to hear what the show is like! The two runners-up will receive cash ...
Unsurprisingly, there’s been a lot of discussion this past week about the situation in Egypt. The Loathsome Joy has been covering it extensively, but other blogs have also made some interesting points about it. This one best expresses my biggest worry about it. Plus, the Wikileaks controversy turns out to be more complex that you ...
Usually in this weekly round-up I like to focus on exit stories (like this one, this one, and this one), and other personal experiences with Mormonism. But it seemed like blogspace was dominated by world news and politics this past week!! Can it be because of what’s happening in Egypt and the rest of the ...
Which of these fabulous X-Mormons had the biggest impact in 2010? You decide!! William Law X-Mormon of the Year 2010online surveys For further info on the candidates, see the nominations thread. Remember that the “X” in “X-Mormon” is a variable (standing for different types of non-traditional Mormons), and doesn’t necessarily mean that the candidate has ...
This week’s collection of posts take us on a trip from the beginning of life to the end. First there’s birth — lots of birth! — and the initial moments bonding with mom. Then you get one type of parenting or another, or worse. Next thing you know, it’s off to Young Womens’ — an ...
Congrats on a great year of posts to everyone who participated — and congratulations especially to the following outstanding folks!!! Year-Long Awards for People and Websites: Best New Blog: Mormon Expression Blogs Best Discussion Forum: Post-Mormon.org Best Humor Site/Blog: Eliza R. Snitch Best Static LDS-Interest Site: MormonThink Best LDS Church Watch or News Reporting : ...
So, which illustrious X-Mormon made the biggest impact in 2010? Remember that — for this award — “X” is a variable that can stand for all sorts of borderland Mormon categories (ex. “former” Mormon — but feel free to be creative when filling in the blank!). We had a great time when our winner Walter ...
Folks, sorry Sunday has come a little late this week! I’d like to claim that I was just so busy, but really it was a combination of massive Spring cleaning, plus a bit of getting sucked in by the call of the Legos, and then forgetting (until Sunday evening) that I had plans for Sunday ...
I wanted to keep this week’s episode short and sweet — to encourage you all to read the Brodies candidates before voting — but unfortunately people have conspired to write a bunch of amazing posts this past week!! First of all, please go read Cognitive Dissenter’s gorgeous and eloquent response to the adage “no one ...