In today’s episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Rachel Weaver—another member of BYU’s Black Menaces. Prepare for an inspiring exploration of Rachel’s life as a black convert to a conservative religion in a liberal environment to her life as a student at BYU. What eventually led her to forge her own path by stepping away from the faith that once defined her?
Black Menaces
- The Black Menaces Podcast
- The Black Menaces – Tik Tok
- The Black Menaces – YouTube
- The Black Menaces – Instagram
- The Black Menaces – Twitter
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Black Menaces
- The Black Menaces – Tik Tok
- The Black Menaces – YouTube
- The Black Menaces – Instagram
- The Black Menaces – Twitter
- The Black Menaces Podcast
- Black Menaces photo by Brigham Young statue
- Rachel Weaver – Instagram
- Nate Byrd – Instagram
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Racism in the Mormon Church
- Lowry Nelson Letters
- 1978 “Revelation”
- Against the Civil Rights Movement
- Interracial Marriage
- Book of Mormon curse of black skin
- Official Declaration 2
Other
4 Responses
I think that birds of a feather flock together people usually keep company with those of similar ethnic groups. religion. weight. etc I am friendly and respectful to everyone and am inclusive but most people do not do this. My husband and i do not smoke or drink or do drugs and are usually dropped when people find this out as they prefer the company of those with the same habits. A lot of things that are considered discrimination are simply inbred choices and preferences It would be nice if people were more inclusive towards others but I personally think its a lost cause. I am accepting of differences but others do not do the same for me. Most relationships where people are wildly different do not last as they are not equally yoked to use a biblical term.
FYI (and forgive me if you already know this) “loud laughter” is no longer a “thing” in the temple ceremony.
Another epic interview — very enlightening and thought provoking.
EDiL13 (Elohim’s daughter in law)
If these people are not happy at byu then why are they still there. I for one am tired of hearing about it!
Fantastic episode! I learned so much, and I’m so impressed by Ms. Weaver and her insights. Thank you for taking the time to tell us of your experience. It’s the LDS Church’s loss that you moved on. And I agree, the LDS Church is already hemorrhaging membership in the US, and will continue to do so without major changes that they are unwilling or unable to make. Best of luck to you in your future ventures.