This page is designed to deliver one 365th of the book of mormon to your facebook feed each day. Listening to mormon stories has been an incredibly faithaffirming experience. In general, my research interests focus on the nexus of religion and mental health. Dec 18, 2014 the post he is referring to is located here and deals with the resolution of a dispute over the implication of an essay recently published in the journal of book of mormon studies that serves here as a pretext to john dehlins argument for a nonhistorical book of mormon. For the past 10 years john has been hosting the very popular show, mormon stories.
Lila tueller daughter of mormon general authority hartman rector jr. Book of mormona book of gross, fictitious nonsense, wrote by mormon, for gazeloms diabolical purposes. On john dehlin and asking questions mormon american. The podcasts are noted as an arena for individuals critical of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, skeptic and dissident individuals. Before i get flamed i would like to point out three of the more glaring anachronistic errors.
The witbecks a conscientious familys journey through mormonism. The book of mormon follows two latterday saints missionaries as they attempt to preach the faith of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints to the inhabitants of a remote ugandan village. The book of mormon, a record of holy scripture written by ancient prophets, gives an account of gods dealings with the former inhabitants of the american continent. Joseph smith, the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The narrative of the book of mormon is greatly complicated by changes in authorship and a much less than straightforward chronology, but grant hardy does as much as anyone possibly could to identify the places where a reader could get confused. John dehlin tuesday, 20 june 2017 published in blog i was on a walk this morning and it suddenly struck me just how much core, distinctive mormon doctrine has virtually disappeared from modernday mormonism. Jun 20, 2017 john dehlin tuesday, 20 june 2017 published in blog i was on a walk this morning and it suddenly struck me just how much core, distinctive mormon doctrine has virtually disappeared from modernday mormonism.
I believe in many of the central, nondistinctive moral teachings within mormonism e. John dehlin, founder of the mormon stories podcast ep 67. In this edition of mormon stories podcast, margi dehlin turns the tables and asks john all the questionsfocusing on what surprised john. Replica of the original gold plates of the book of mormon. John dehlins goodbye presentation to cache valley oasis a secular support community formed in fall of 2015 in logan, utah. Mormon stories founder dehlins spread of false concepts results in. Mormon officials wont comment, saying its a private matter between dehlin and the president of his stake, or church district, in logan, utah. Mormon church excommunicates man who ran forum for. The letter cites three key issues, including dehlin s belief that the book of mormon and book of abraham are fraudulent and his rejection of the religion being the true church with power and. John dehlin, mormon stories podcaster, is excommunicated. Mormon church threatens critic with excommunication the new. When adding biographies, be sure to add a category link seen at bottom of this edit page so that it will be added. Lindsay hansen park interviews john dehlin on mormon stories 10th anniversary.
Mormon critic john dehlin no longer is a member of the utahbased faith he has known all of his life he got word this week he has been excommunicated but the podcaster still considers himself a latterday saint. Dehlin, 45, host of the mormon stories website and podcast a hub of discussion for thousands of skeptical mormons said that his. This week i speak with psychologist and podcaster, john dehlin. John dehlin just completed his phd in clinical and counseling psychology. On december 12, 2014 john dehlin made a post on his facebook page that reads as follows ben park writes, i believe in the book of mormon, both its powerful spiritual message and its historical claims. His statements that the book of mormon and the book of abraham part of the lds canon are fraudulent and works. But you may know him best as the founder of the mormon stories podcast, one that celebrates the faith and also critiques. The book of mormon spooky mormon hell dream lyrics by azmad202. The book of mormon also teaches about jesus christ and people who followed him. Im all for cussing in general but as a person listening for content in an interview, it really messes up the flow just one listeners humble opinion. Clark johnsen broadway book of mormon musical part 2 duration. Dehlins teachings disputing the nature of god and the divinity of jesus christ. John dehlin and the mormon stories podcast does cause people to question lds claims and attitudes.
The post he is referring to is located here and deals with the resolution of a dispute over the implication of an essay recently published in the journal of book of mormon studies that serves here as a pretext to john dehlins argument for a nonhistorical book of mormon. His statements that the book of mormon and the book of abraham. Please help me help a mormon missionary having a faith crisis. The book of mormon explicit by original broadway cast on. Mormon critic john dehlin is excommunicated the salt lake tribune. Dehlin founded the mormon stories podcast, as well as several other mormonthemed podcasts, blogs, and web sites, and was an. He is an expert in understanding and supporting people experiencing religious faith crisestransitions. Book of mormon characters mormonism, the mormon church. The book of mormon made quite a splash when it first appeared on broadway. Mormon stories podcast is an attempt to explore and build understanding between and about mormons through the telling of stories in both audio and video formats. Learn all about the tonywinning smash hit musical comedy thats one of broadways biggest blockbusters ever.
The church of jesus christ of latterday saints uses four holy books. Popular mormon podcaster john dehlin will face a church disciplinary council on sunday to address allegations of apostasy. John dehlin is a podcaster, nonprofit ceo, activist, public speaker, and religious transitions coach. Norton dehlin new name noah ryan mcknight denson june 5, 2019. Posts about book of mormon written by dearjohndehlin. John dehlin, questions and answers, mormon stories podcast 25 june 2014. Dehlin provided an outlet for the evergrowing number of those who felt. Looking back and forward tuesday, 06 june 2017 by john dehlin this episode is a recording of dr.
John dehlin sunday, 14 february 2016 by john dehlin in this episode kristy and john talk together about how through future episodes of this podcast they plan to help mormons who are transitioning out of orthodoxy. Mormon church threatens critic with excommunication the. Mormon stories gave me the strength to move forward within the lds tradition. Mormon podcaster john dehlin bracing for excommunication. The appendixes alone are worth the price of admission.
John dehlin, popular mormon podcaster, excommunicated by church. John dehlins comprehensive list of reasons he doesnt. John dehlin, a popular mormon podcaster who has publicly expressed doubts about his faith, has been excommunicated from the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. They have the gift of being able to take a controversial subject and mock it almost to the point of being offensive without actually crossing the. Criticism of mormonismonline documentsquestions and. John dehlin child sexual abuser pedophile like a pyromaniac who points out his fire. May 17, 2011 the book of mormon made quite a splash when it first appeared on broadway. Dehlin, 45, host of the mormon stories website and podcast. John dehlin, a rising voice with regard to controversial, unflattering issues in the mormon community. Dehlin, 45, host of the mormon stories website and podcast a hub of discussion for thousands of skeptical mormons said that his regional church leader confirmed on wednesday. Jun 25, 2014 john dehlin, questions and answers, mormon stories podcast 25 june 2014. It contains the words of jesus christ, and even has an account of a visit that jesus christ made to the american continent after his resurrection. The book of mormon begins in jerusalem during the time of the old testament, about.
John dehlin says he was ousted for backing gay marriage and. Mormon church excommunicates man who ran forum for doubting members this article is more than 5 years old john dehlin ran website that offers doubting latterday. Statements that the book of mormon and the book of abraham are. Like when david michael did his book of mormon pod, i was really happy it was pg. Recently, leaders from the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, widely known the as the mormon church, set in motion an imminent disciplinary hearing for mr.
Mar 26, 2014 john dehlin and the mormon stories podcast does cause people to question lds claims and attitudes. Mormon critic john dehlin is excommunicated the salt. On todays episodes of mormon stories, we interview dr. Jan 29, 2016 this week i speak with psychologist and podcaster, john dehlin. The earnest young men are challenged by the lack of interest from the locals, who are distracted by more pressing issues such as hivaids, famine.
The letter cites three key issues, including dehlins belief that the book of mormon and book of abraham are fraudulent and his rejection of the religion being the true church with power and. An lds stake president informed john dehlin today that a. John dehlin proclaims his disbelief in the book of mormon and. Aug 27, 2015 john dehlin just completed his phd in clinical and counseling psychology. He is doing so by addressing legitimate issues like joseph smiths polyandry, anachronisms in the book of mormon and cultural mentalities that are often bigoted and paranoid. Dehlin founded the mormon stories podcast, as well as several other mormon themed podcasts, blogs, and web sites, and. However, after a fair and candid examination of the evidence, many thousands of honest mormons have discovered that this claim simply is not true. Mormons anciently in egypta set of blacklegs, thieves, robbers, and murderers. Chris thomas as we discuss his book a pentecostal reads the book of mormon. After a decadelong career in high tech bain, microsoft, m.
The prophet seals his testimony with his blood, teachings of the presidents of the church. John dehlin august 12, 2011 apologetics, best of mormon stories, book of mormon, johns favorites, top 10 truth claims, top 100 204 comments dr. Understanding mormon disbelief research conducted for the lds church in 2011 gay, lesbian, and bisexual experiences within mormonism. Thank you, john, for the time, money, and effort you have expended on behalf of others. Royal skousen, a professor of linguistics at byu and a recognized expert of the textual history of the book of mormon, has identified 5,280 variations in all editions of the book of mormon. Mormon stories listeners, yesterday i spent an hour on the phone with a. Mormon stories podcast is a podcast principally hosted by psychologist john dehlin featuring interviews with individuals and occasionally scholars on mormon topics. John created mormon stories podcast in an attempt to encourage the open discussion of difficult historical and social issues within mormonism. As part of our mormon stories podcast series on meetings with mormon general authorities, we interview meg hendrix abhau and jake abhau as they relay the.
Dehlin says he received the news in a letter from north logan utahs stake president, bryan king, which he provided to the huffington post via email. He is an expert in understanding and supporting people. A book of mistakes, error, and fraud by jon gary williams introduction the mormon church promotes the book of mormon as an inspired writing. Dehlin founded the mormon stories podcast, as well as several other mormonthemed podcasts, blogs, and web sites, and was an influential early participant in the mormon blogosphere, and blogs at. Why i stay john dehlin john dehlin july 25, 2012 best of mormon stories, faith promoting stories, top john dehlin, top 25 faithful 68 comments this presentation was delivered as part of the 2012 salt lake symposium held on july 27th. Dehlin, who is married with children, is the second prominent progressive kicked out of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints since june, when it ousted kate kelly, 34, leader of ordain. Jun 03, 2016 the book of mormon spooky mormon hell dream lyrics by azmad202. I understand, respect, and support your decision to cease the distribution of mormon stories. As part of our mormon stories podcast series on meetings with mormon general authorities, we interview meg hendrix abhau and jake abhau as they relay the story of their september 20 meeting with. The book of mormon is set in north america in the first century. Feb 10, 2015 mormon church excommunicates man who ran forum for doubting members this article is more than 5 years old john dehlin ran website that offers doubting latterday saints forum to chat has been. Returning to mormon church activity as an unorthodox believer joe tippetts 12361240. His clinical training and research interests revolve around the. John dehlin, popular mormon podcaster, excommunicated by.
Dehlin founded the mormon stories podcast, as well as several other mormon themed podcasts, blogs, and web sites, and was an influential early participant in the mormon blogosphere, and blogs at. The book of mormon begins in jerusalem during the time of the old testament, about 600 years before jesus was born. Navigating progressive mormonism with carol lynn pearson, jana riess, and jana johnson spangler pt. On john dehlin and asking questions february 10, 2015 by ryan bell in disaffected mormons, leaving the church 10 comments ive watched with interest the conversations happening among mormoninterested people and media over the last few weeks centering, and now culminating, in the disciplinary action taken by the lds church against. Mormon church excommunicates man who ran forum for doubting. Maccurdy professor emeritus of anthropology at yale university and curator emeritus of the division of anthropology at the schools peabody museum of natural history. These episodes are best seen as a continuation of our discussion from earlier this year wherein john hamer provides a 19th century context for the book of mormon john hamer graciously created a number of slides that give important visual cues to his. For clarification, it appears that he means nonhistorical in the sense. Join us now for this mormon stories podcast episode, where historian john hamer offers his theory as to how the book of mormon was created.