Jesus said to do our alms in secret, not to be seen of men. So why does the Church issue press releases, hire influencers, and create social media campaigns around its charitable efforts?

Sunday Musings

Are We "Sounding a Trumpet" Before Our Alms?

Where are the defenders of motherhood among Latter-day Saint women in leadership, when children need them most?

Mormon Women Have Been Silenced

If the newly announced names for Young Women aren't accompanied by substantive reform in what girls are taught, then what good will they do?

Young Women: What's in a name?

A new analysis of scriptures and talks shares an interesting contrast in how boldly past and present prophets preach repentance.

General Conference: Inspiring or Just Inoffensive?

What if an old Presbyterian hymn contains the formula bearers of the priesthood need to follow to usher in God's kingdom?

Christ's Response to Toxic Masculinity

When someone is guilty of a serious sin, does their repentance of that action require a process of any kind—or is their sincere repentance effective instantly?

Is repentance a "process"?

Section 132 purports to authorize not just polygamy, but concubinage. What exactly is that, and how has it worked throughout history?

Concubines: Past, Present, and… Eternally?

From promoting controversial political titles to hiring DEI activists, it's worth asking whether Deseret Book is compatible with Church standards and values.

Shut Down Deseret Book

Some members have weaponized words by President Oaks to suggest that any criticism of Church leaders (or their statements) is wrong. Is that right?

Is Disagreeing with Church Leaders a Sin?

Critics call it a fraud, but what if the Book of Abraham's "missing scrolls" hold the key to its divine truth?

Is the Book of Abraham a Fraud?

Christianity

Religion & Spirituality

Author Connor Boyack, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormons"), shares provoking questions and thoughtful analysis of scripture on issues ranging from agency and liberty to idolatry, secret combinations, culture, freedom, and more.

Are We "Sounding a Trumpet" Before Our Alms?

Sunday Musings

More episodes from "Sunday Musings"

Mormon Women Have Been Silenced

Young Women: What's in a name?