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397-399: John Dehlin and Faith Reconstruction

January 28, 2013

In this three-part interview conducted by Sarah Collett of A Thoughtful Faith podcast we discuss: My ups, downs, and ups with the church The story behind the “Why Mormons Question” survey, including my interactions with a few church leaders A discussion of the Daniel Peterson/Neil A. Maxwell institute incident last year The reasons behind the discontinuation of the Mormon Stories conferences and communities Interactions w/ my bishop and stake president over the past year How and why I’ve returned to full activity in the church Big thanks to Sarah and Micah for all of their hard work.

396: Kristine Haglund and Brent Metcalfe (2012 Seattle Conference)

January 16, 2013

By John Dehlin

Dialogue Editor Kristine Haglund and author Brent Metcalfe speak at the 2012 Mormon Stories Seattle Conference.

380: 2012 New York City Conference Pt. 2 with Elna Baker

October 28, 2012

By John Dehlin

Elna Baker speaks at the 2012 Mormon Stories conference in New York City.

379: 2012 New York City Conference Featuring Richard Bushman, Andrew Kimball and the Sabre Rattlers

October 21, 2012

By John Dehlin

Richard Bushman and Andrew Kimball speak, and the Sabre Rattlers perform at the 2012 New York Mormon Stories conference.

374-375: Eldon Kartchner Pts. 3 & 4: Losing Heather to Cancer, Grief, and its Impact on Faith

September 18, 2012

By John Dehlin

In parts 3 and 4 of a 4-part series, Eldon Kartchner discusses: 1) losing his wife, Heather, to cancer, 2) his grieving process, and 3) the impact her death has had on his religious faith. In part 4, Eldon is joined by several family members to discuss their reactions to Heather’s death as well. Part 3 Part 4

370-371: Philip Barlow and A Thoughtful Faith

September 9, 2012

By John Dehlin

Philip Barlow is editor of the book “A Thoughtful Faith,” which was pivotal in my faith transition as a BYU student and beyond. He currently sits in the Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture, at Utah State University. He earned a B. A. from Weber State College and an M.T.S. and Ph.D. (1988, with an emphasis on Religion and American Culture and on the History of Christianity) from Harvard University. He spent two years as a Mellon Fellow at the University of Rochester after which he became professor of Theological Studies at Hanover College in Indiana. In addition to…

366-367: Joanna Brooks – The Book of Mormon Girl

August 6, 2012

By John Dehlin

In this episode we interview Joanna Brooks – author of the newly released The Book of Mormon Girl: A Memoir of an American Faith published by Simon & Schuster. In part 1, John interviews Joanna about her book. In part 2, Joanna discusses The Book of Mormon Girl with a book group. Joanna is the Board Chairman of Mormon Stories, has keynoted at Mormon Stories Conferences in Salt Lake City, Boston and Boise, is the author of the popular Ask Mormon Girl blog at Feminist Mormon Housewives and AskMormonGirl.com, blogs at ReligionDispatches.org and is a professor at San Diego State…

365: Why I Stay — John Dehlin

July 28, 2012

By John Dehlin

This presentation was delivered as part of the 2012 Salt Lake Symposium held on July 27th. To listen to the entire session, click here. The text for the talk can be found here.

350-352: Dance Champion Benji Schwimmer

May 30, 2012

By John Dehlin

Benji Schwimmer is a world renowned dancer and choreographer. He is best known for winning Season 2 of the hit tv show So You Think You Can Dance. In this 3-part interview, Benji discusses the following: Part 1: His early years, and his LDS mission experience, Part 2: His experiences on So You Think You Can Dance, and Part 3: His attempts to come to terms with his sexuality and his LDS faith.

331: The Bill Prince Family Story – From Stake Presidency and Houston Mormon Royalty to Ex-Mormons

March 23, 2012

By John Dehlin

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This episode was recorded as part of the January 2012 Mormon Stories regional conference held in Houston, Texas dedicated to the topic of "Maintaining Positive Relationships Through Empathy and Dialogue." Interview participants include Bill Prince, Julie Prince, Tina Prince and Lee Prince. Bill Prince served as a member of the Houston Texas Stake Presidency for several years before his daughter, Tina, left the LDS church; Bill and Julie soon followed. This is their Mormon story.

330: Raising Children in a Mixed-Faith Mormon Home

March 23, 2012

By John Dehlin

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This episode was recorded as part of the January 2012 Mormon Stories regional conference held in Houston, Texas dedicated to the topic of "Maintaining Positive Relationships Through Empathy and Dialogue." Panel participants include Heather Olson-Beal, Brent Beal, Anne McMullin Peffer, Jacob Brown, and John Dehlin.

329: Houston Mormon Stories Conference Open-Mic “Story Sharing” Time

March 23, 2012

By John Dehlin

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This episode was recorded as part of the January 2012 Mormon Stories regional conference held in Houston, Texas dedicated to the topic of “Maintaining Positive Relationships Through Empathy and Dialogue.” This is the “Story Sharing” portion of the conference.

313-316: John and Brooke McLay – From CES to Ex-Mormons

January 8, 2012

By John Dehlin

In this episode we interview John and Brooke McLay. John served for 14 years as an employee of the LDS Church Education System (CES). In this capacity he served as: a seminary teacher and principal, an institute teacher and director, a BYU Education Week speaker and an EFY Director. John also served as a member of a stake high council, and was serving in a bishopric during the months leading up to his decision to leave the LDS Church. John and Brooke resigned their membership of the LDS Church in August of 2011. This is their story. Part 1: Growing…

For those who are in the LDS faith struggle

January 21, 2010

By John Dehlin

Each week I continue to receive at least 2-3 emails from people who are deep “in the struggle” — having lost their traditional faith in the LDS Church, and don’t know where to turn. They feel isolated and alone: often desperate. Here is a summary of the best advice I can offer someone in this situation: (Note: please consider this as a very rough draft. I am very open to suggestions to make it better.) =========== Thank you for sharing your story with me. If there are a few messages I can leave with you…that I hope you will repeat…

109: How to Stay in the LDS Church after Losing Your Faith

January 1, 2008

By John Dehlin

In this seminar (recorded live at the 2007 Northwest Sunstone Symposium in Seattle), I discuss techniques for staying in the LDS church after a major trial of faith. Additional links include: The essay from which I based this presentation. The PowerPoint deck from this presentation. The music used in this presentation (please purchase from the authors if you like) The videos from this presentation

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Posts Tagged ‘ Doubt ’

397-399: John Dehlin and Faith Reconstruction

396: Kristine Haglund and Brent Metcalfe (2012 Seattle Conference)

380: 2012 New York City Conference Pt. 2 with Elna Baker

379: 2012 New York City Conference Featuring Richard Bushman, Andrew Kimball and the Sabre Rattlers

374-375: Eldon Kartchner Pts. 3 & 4: Losing Heather to Cancer, Grief, and its Impact on Faith

370-371: Philip Barlow and A Thoughtful Faith

366-367: Joanna Brooks – The Book of Mormon Girl

365: Why I Stay — John Dehlin

350-352: Dance Champion Benji Schwimmer

331: The Bill Prince Family Story – From Stake Presidency and Houston Mormon Royalty to Ex-Mormons

330: Raising Children in a Mixed-Faith Mormon Home

329: Houston Mormon Stories Conference Open-Mic “Story Sharing” Time

313-316: John and Brooke McLay – From CES to Ex-Mormons

For those who are in the LDS faith struggle

109: How to Stay in the LDS Church after Losing Your Faith

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