The Danish documentary Faith, Hope, Rape has sent shockwaves across the world, exposing the Mormon Church’s coverup of a horrifying case of domestic abuse. In this powerful discussion, we are joined by investigative journalist Michael Teschl, who first broke the story, and former Mormon bishop Lasse Meilsøe, to uncover the devastating consequences when religious institutions prioritize reputation over truth and accountability.

The case revolves around Kiran, a devout Mormon woman in Denmark who endured years of abuse at the hands of her husband, Peter—a respected church leader. Despite her repeated pleas for help, church authorities failed to act, instead choosing to protect the institution. Even after Peter admitted to drugging and raping his wife, church leaders held a private disciplinary council rather than reporting him to the police. Shockingly, instead of removing the abuser, Kiran was advised to stay in the marriage, and at one point, church officials even suggested she be locked away for her own “protection.”

Our conversation explores how this case fits into a broader pattern of religious coverups and the legal and ethical failures of Mormon leadership. We examine Denmark’s unique approach to holding religious institutions accountable and what other countries can learn from their efforts to ensure justice for victims.

How did the church allow a known abuser to remain in leadership? Why do faith communities so often protect perpetrators rather than victims? And what must change to prevent future abuses?

This is a must-watch discussion for anyone concerned about institutional accountability, the rights of abuse survivors, and the intersection of faith and justice. Watch now and join the conversation.