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Check out the twins on YouTube at com/@theculturalhall Secret Lives of Mormon Wives introduces new cast member Miranda Hope USA Today on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Mayci Neeley has a new memoir called ‘I told you so’ Bad Mormon: A Memoir by Heather Gay Jen Afflek checks into treatment center while pregnant Benson Boone reveals he was always confused and frustrated when he didn’t connect with Mormonism the way others did Jodi Hildebrandt’s Utah home for sale Jodi Hildebrandt’s home pictures Is Litia Garr breaking Mormon dress code on The Bachelor? Relief Society worldwide devotional to celebrate covenant community The post 904 AoN The Not at All Secret Lives of the Relief Society appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  Join us on YouTube at com/@TheCulturalHall What was your first concert? [email protected] Fist Presidency announces General Conference April 2025 will be held at the same time it usually is Follow our live X/Twitter Conference thoughts at com/theculturalhall org Easter resources Do you have Easter episode suggestions? [email protected] BYU Women’s basketball on the hunt for a new coach Kalani Sitake BYU devotional address BYU soars AP top rankings entering postseason play Church releases statement following recent court ruling on the use of tithes and donations Sam Brunson Ep. 895 Church brings a sustainable water solution to a Mexican community Light the World: 490,00 donations in 2024 bring hope to many worldwide Church sends relief to flooding victims in Kentucky and West Virginia Wheelchairs donated by the church enable independence in Europe Jonathon Tavernari Ep. 898 “Is There Any Hope Left For the World” Elder Uchtdorf YouTube video Article regarding Elder Uchtdorf video Should I Spit podcast Heaven’s Helpline podcast on YouTube The post 903 AoN These Chains Are Getting Out of Control appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Shall I Have Pleasure? An Answer for Sarah explores the complex relationship between faith, desire, and the pursuit of joy through a spiritual and philosophical lens. Drawing from religious narratives, scriptural analysis, and theological insights, the book delves into how pleasure is perceived within Christian traditions, particularly among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Through reflective anecdotes, historical context, and doctrinal interpretations, the author challenges the tension between spiritual duty and sensory enjoyment, encouraging readers to reconcile divine purpose with the pursuit of happiness. Rooted in scripture and enriched by personal storytelling, this thought-provoking work invites readers to reconsider long-held beliefs about pleasure and self-denial. By examining biblical stories like Sarah’s incredulous laughter at the promise of joy in old age, as well as Christ’s compassionate acceptance of human love and generosity, the book offers a fresh perspective on living a life of spiritual fulfillment that embraces joy as an essential part of divine intent. Through this lens, Shall I Have Pleasure? becomes a call to rediscover pleasure as a God-given gift intertwined with human purpose and eternal potential. Zachary McLeod Hutchins is Professor of English at Colorado State University, where he teaches courses in early American literature and religion. As a native of New England, he spent many early summers in Sharon, Vermont, the birthplace of Joseph Smith, and developed an interest in early American history. After serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he completed a BA in English at Brigham Young University and received his MA and PhD degrees in early American literature from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author or editor of a half dozen books, including The Best Gifts: Seeking Earnestly for Spiritual Power. The post 902 Shall I have Pleasure – Zachary McLeod Hutchins appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Mormon Bachelor contestant refuses to have sex in the fantasy suites ‘Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke’ on Hulu Leslie Jones calls out unnamed *poopy* SNL director, maybe Mormon? ‘I grew up Mormon…only had my first relationship in my 40s’ Taylor Frankie Paul removed herself from social media for TWO WEEKS!! Taco Bell presents Live Mas Live 2025 Taylor Frankie Paul’s Taco Bell order The post 901 AoN Taylor Frankie Paul – Ruby Franke – Litia Garr Oh My appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd disappointed by offensive chants to BYU Let us know if you have knowledge of offensive chants against BYU at [email protected] Faith-affirming Book of Mormon musical, Messiah in America, coming to the stage Six: the Musical on Broadway Mormon Bachelor contestant refuses to have sex in fantasy suites, saying it would ‘hurt my feelings if he slept with other girls’ Former chapel to play a major role in Utah’s quest to fight homelessness Family Name Assist tool simplifies temple and family history work Tabernacle choir performs first concert in Peru The coins and the scaffolding that unite 2 prophets atop the Salt Lake Temple 128 years apart The post 900 AoN There’s no time for the Manosphere appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Arizona abuse victims say Mormon bishop neglected duty to report 5 San Diego County plaintiffs are among 91who recently alleged childhood sexual abuse by church leaders Heaven’s Helpline podcast on YouTube Latter-day Saints among the most devout of any US religious group If you want to bring it about Richie’s choices, [email protected] Church in Malaysia denies members were proselyting to Muslims Church donated 7,000 Qurans to Muslims About Vikings (TV Series) How to help children with disabilities at church Katie Edna Steed, Disability Specialist Manager for the church Ep. 654 Option B by Sheryl Sandberg Grandmother killed in New Orleans hit-and-run remembered The post 899 AoN What in Sam Houston is going on in Texas? appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Jonathan Tavernari is from São Paulo, Brazil. His mom is a legendary coach in Brazil & taught him to play basketball. JT grew up Catholic, but converted to the Church at 18. He was a McDonald’s All-American Honorable Mention at Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas. Played 4 years at BYU & graduated as the winningest player & all time leader in 3pt shots made. He’s the 1st player in program history to play in 4 consecutive NCAA tournaments & to finish all 4 seasons ranked in the Top 25. Jonathan was awarded the Mountain West Freshman of The Year in 2007 & ESPN 6th Man of The Year in 2010, his senior year. After graduating from The Marriott School of Business, he played professionally for 10 years in Europe & also represented Brazil in World Championships, Olympic Games and International competition. He married his college sweetheart, Kiri Anne, in 2009 in the Salt Lake Temple and they have 2 sons, Xander 12 and Zion 4. The post 898 Jonathan Tavernari – BYU and Professional Basketball Player appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Open House Announcement Salt Lake Temple Russell Nelson makes announced on Social media Announced on February 14th, 172nd anniversary of groundbreaking Temple will open for tours from April 2027 to October 2027 Temple Open Houses Begin Toronto Ontario Temple Open house through March 8th Interior Photos released Refreshed interior still remissant of early 90’s style Jesus mural in lobby Wood paneling and blue curtains in endowment rooms Rededication on March 23rd Auckland New Zealand Temple Open house through March 22nd Media Day on February 24th Interior Photos released Traditional Maori designs throughout the temple Gold oxen bapitismal font in art deco style Interesting shaped couches Dedication on April 13th Temple Groundbreaking Announced Lethbridge Alberta Temple Scheduled for April 26th Magrath native Randle K Bennett will preside Temple Sites Revealed and Renderings Released Culiacán Mexico Temple 5-acre site on Avenida Milenium in the Colonia Country Tres Rios Located near the Culiacan River and the Country club golf course Tuguegarao Philippines Temple 6.3-acre site south of Enrile Avenue in Tuguegarao Across the Street from the Rendering released of a single story 18,850 sq. ft building Lehi Utah Temple 3-story, 85,000(?) sq. ft. building Appears to be similar floor plan as Orem/Taylorsville/Tooele/Pocatello/Lone Mountain (70,000) Temple Matrons and Presidents Announced Bahia Blanca Argentina Temple Horacio Abel Paez and Sonia Adriana Sanchez Paez from Olavarría Elko Nevada Temple Kendle Bowler and Robin Lynn Howell Bowler from Elko Temple Construction Updates Bengaluru India Temple Construction efforts have been stopped and windows are boarded up New laws in India preventing foreign funding of organizations may be preventing the church from sending funding for the construction. Wellington New Zealand Temple Approval for temple to be built in Porirua Cody Wyoming Temple Church Attorney says that bad advice lead to temple approval Land owner of lot adjacent to temple site applies to change zoning from rural residential to medium-low density residential zoning. Lone Mountain Nevada Temple Judge dismissed legal action from neighbors group Las Vegas looks to impose lightening limits on temple The post 897 Temple Ticker – The Salt Lake Temple Open House Extravaganza! appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

LIST of 40 influential Saints Who Sport Why those anti-LDS chants at BYU games? Mormon Land Ep. 379 Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd disappointed by offensive chants to BYU New Jersey man posed at Mormon Recruiter to meet girl for sex A look back at 100 years of missionary training centers Do you remember Elder Blough? [email protected] Latest figures are out on the church’s investment portfolio Church changes its polygamy cartoons for children Church creates 15th Kinshasa stake in the Democratic Republic of the Congo NBA Global Ambassador and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo passes away at 58 Sean Donnelly-Church growth in Africa Ep. 780 New branch of the church created in Senegal Do you think Meghan’s wrong? [email protected] Latter-day Saints commission BYU-Pathway education centre in Lagos Shari Franke-escaped abuse of evil momfluencer, the fell straight into the arms of a sick Mormon father figure Hulu slates docuseries “Devil in the Family” on mom vlogger child abuse scandal (Ruby Franke) Three Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stars announce baby news The post 896 AoN Polygamy Cartoons for All Ages appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The founding and development of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints run parallel to the rise of the modern tax system and administrative state. Samuel D. Brunson looks at the relationships between the Church and various federal, state, local, and international tax regimes. The church and its members engage with the state as taxpayers and as members of a faith exempt from taxes. As Brunson shows, LDS members and the Church have at various times enacted, enforced, and collected taxes while also challenging taxes in the courts and politics. Brunson delves into the ways LDS members used their status as taxpayers to affirm themselves as citizens and how outsiders have attacked the Church’s tax-exempt status to delegitimize it. Throughout, Brunson uses the daily interactions between the Latter-day Saints and taxation to explain important and inevitable holes in the wall between church and state. Enlightening and informed, Between the Temple and the Tax Collector provides general readers and experts alike with a new perspective on a fundamental issue. Buy The Book The post 895 Sam Brunson – Between the Temple and the Tax Collector appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall If you want to advertise with us reach out to [email protected] President Nelson announces Salt Lake Temple open house celebration dates 15 new hymns available to use in church and at home Pioneer Sesquicentennial: celebrating the growth of ‘Faith in Every Footstep’ Church admits Cody Wyoming official gave bad advice that led to approval of temple Living the gospel in the South Pacific in environmentally sustainable ways Henderson mother claims man exposed himself to her daughter inside church building Sexual abuse of two Mormon girls in Bisbee, Arizona to be heard in court of appeals Colorado dentist charged in wife’s poisoning death tried to get inmate to kill detective on the case Church responds to New Zealand Royal Commission inquiry on abuse in care final report Heaven’s Helpline podcast on YouTube Tabernacle Choir performed its first concert in Peru President Oak’s invites learning, teaching the Savior’s resurrection in year’s first Easter message Church puts out Holy Week study guide The post 894 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day saints Apologized appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Funnel Hacker Russell Brunson Ep. 595 Former General Relief Society president, Mary Ellen Smoot, dies at 91 David Archuleta’s new memoir deals with leaving the church and his sexuality David Archuleta Ep. 467 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Jen Affleck does not want your sympathy BYU Jerusalem Center to resume academic programs spring 2025 Find more information about the Jerusalem Center at ce.byu.edu Documentary goes behind the scenes at the Polynesian Cultural Center Do you have questions for the documentary director? [email protected] Amplifying BYU-Idaho’s message leads to increased enrollment Bill would prevent some Utah franchise locations from being forced to open on Sunday’s Former bishop charged with sexual assault of 16-year-old girl Woman files $25million lawsuit against church over abuse by adoptive Ridgefield dad The post 893 AoN A 157 Day Vacation to the BYU Jerusalem Center appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Sierra Larson is a chaplain in the USAF, a Private Practice therapist, and is currently the Stake Relief Society President for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Brandon Stake. She married her husband, Joe Larson, in the Saint Louis Temple in 2017, and together they have three children. Her connection to the Church began when her grandmother converted in 1979 in Chicago Heights, Illinois. She was baptized at the age of eight in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Sierra is continually amazed at how the Lord has helped her develop talents and gain an education that enables her to serve. Her spiritual journey led her to serve a mission in Santiago, Dominican Republic, an experience that strengthened her dedication to Jesus Christ and deepened her commitment as His disciple. After her mission, she pursued a Master’s in Social Work and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She currently operates a Telehealth practice, specializing in treating trauma. In 2024, Sierra became a chaplain in the United States Air Force, and in 2023, she earned a Master’s in Divinity with a focus on Spiritual Leadership. Beyond her professional and spiritual pursuits, she enjoys traveling, tacos, Audrey Hepburn movies, Christian rap music, and dancing. Sierra cohosts the podcast Guiding Light with Jenna Carson, where they aim to empower and uplift people spiritually and mentally. Sierra feels deeply grateful for these opportunities to serve. In every endeavor she has undertaken, she has relied on the Lord to lead and guide her. She firmly believes that as members focus on ensuring that people are seen and valued, our community of Christ will grow. Guiding Light Podcast with Jenna Carson Connect with Sierra The post 892 Sierra Larson -Chaplain in the US Air Force Reserve appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The Revised and Expanded Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith: Compared with the Earliest Known Manuscripts offers readers not only a preservation of Joseph Fielding Smith’s original compilation but also a side-by-side comparison with the primary sources that it was based on. With modern scholarship shedding new light on these sources, the updated volume allows readers to explore both the Prophet Joseph Smith’s revelatory insights and the historical context in which his teachings were first shared. This balanced approach honors the enduring legacy of the original Teachings while encouraging deeper exploration and understanding of their origins. Alonzo L. Gaskill is a professor of World Religions at Brigham Young University, where his research and writing has focused primarily on the many religious traditions of the world, temple ritual and symbolism, and various scriptural topics. Reared in Independence, Missouri (as a practicing member of the Greek Orthodox Church), Professor Gaskill converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during his college years. He served a full-time mission to Great Britian one year after his baptism. Upon his return, he earned degrees in Philosophy, Theology/World Religions, and Biblical Studies, and briefly taught Seminary and Institute, but has spent the majority of his nearly four-decade career as a professor of World Religions at Brigham Young University. Richard G. Moore was raised in Salem, Utah. He served as a missionary in Japan. Rich received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Brigham Young University in American History and a doctorate in Education from the University of the Pacific. He taught seminary in Arizona and Utah, was an institute director in California. He also taught at the Utah Valley Institute and at BYU. He retired from the Church Educational System after teaching for 38 years. Rich is the author of several books and articles. He is married to Lani Mousley and they have three children and nine grandchildren. Buy The Book The post 891 The Revised and Expanded Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Dedication Announced Syracuse Utah Temple Open House: May 10th to May 31st Media day: May 7th Dedication: June 8th 24th in Utah of 31 total Groundbreaking Ceremonies Tacloban Philippines Temple January 18th, presided by Micheal B Strong First missionaries come to the area in 1968 Today the Eastern Visayas have 5 stakes, 6 districts and 35,000 members Likely the 8th temple in the philippines Groundbreaking Announced Birmingham England Temple March 22nd, presided by Scott D Whiting First Nelson in Europe to start construction (since 2015 Lisbon) 11 temples announced by Nelson in Europe Antananarivo Madagascar March 15th, presided by Denelson Silva Appears to be located behind the existing stake center D Todd Christofferson visited the site in May 2024 Rendering released as well Igualito a Kiribati and Vanuatu Temples, will it be modular? Site Announcement Huntsville Alabama Temple Southeast corner of Gillespie and Browns Ferry roads in Madison, Alabama Single story temple of 30,000 square feet Don’t worry, Madison says it won’t disrupt traffic Florianópolis Brazil Temple 5.5-acre site located Rua Cassol, in São José (not Florianópolis) Located north of the São José stake center Separated by an actual stake center (restaurant) New Temple Matron and President announced Lindon Utah Temple Construction Updates Ephraim Utah Temple Baptismal Font Oxen Delivered Vancouver Washington Temple City of Camas SEPA environmental review finds no negative impact Lethbridge Alberta Temple Community meeting held for interested residents Mckinney Texas Temple Church says agreement with city of Fairview is unraveling and the church is likely to seek legal action Church attorney has sent a letter to the town claiming their religious freedom rights have been violated Heber City Utah Temple Lawsuit may be headed towards summary judgement instead of a tral and may end early The post 889 Temple Ticker – A Temple and a Steak House appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Elder Anderson, General Conference October 2024 “Triumph of Hope” Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/theculturalhall Reach out at [email protected] Find Kirk Francom from Leading Saints Church continues to provide aid for those affected by the fires in California Find ways to serve at org Church forms Spanish speaking branch in Decatur Illinois Elder Gong and Elder Stevenson attend Trump’s 2nd inauguration Church says ‘American Primeval’ misrepresents Brigham Young and calls series dangerously misleading Richard E Turley and Barbara Jones Brown Ep. 702 Vengeance is Mine by Richard E Turley and Barbara Jones Brown Barbara Jones Brown on why American Primeval left her confused New missionary preparation curriculum released for youth and young adults worldwide Adoption Reunification on ChurchofJesusChrist.org Elder Holland talk Like a Broke Vessel Bishop lectures Trump on humility and showing mercy during national prayer service Follow us on Facebook atcom/theculturalhall Church education teachers asked to encourage students to diligently learn Serbia’s University Hospital names center after Brigham Young in response to church donation Church and Seventh-day Adventists continue humanitarian collaboration ‘What I’ve Learned Investigating the Mormon Church’ by Murray Jones Heaven’s Helpline podcast on apple podcasts Register for FSY! The post 887 AoN News from the “Mission field” appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

  UDOT files eminent domain suit against church for road widening in Clinton, UT Hundreds attend first campus mass on BYU campus BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff gets candid and draws laughter at Jewish comedy night You too can binge The Church News Podcast Jenica Sedgwick on The Church News Podcast Church’s environmental sustainability efforts show a love for the earth and God’s children Lisa Barlow of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City gives update on son Jack’s mission Check us out on YouTube Ruby Franke’s daughter suggests her mom was privately queer in new memoir Hulu slates docuseries “Devil in the Family” on Ruby Franke story Controversy surrounding TikTok influencer Hannah Hiatt shows potential consequences of ‘sharenting’ online The First Presidency welcomes ambassadors from Portugal and the Dominican Republic Church prepares to demolish Utah Woolen Mills building in downtown Salt Lake Historic Synagogue, older than the Salt Lake Temple, is about to become an art museum Ogden Cemetery offering $2000 reward for information about suspect who damaged sculpture The post 886 AoN “A Zion Centered” News Show appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedication Announced Nairobi Kenya Temple Open House: April 17th to May 3, 2025, Media day on April 14th Dedication: May 18, 2025 presided by Ulises Soares Christus statue recently installed on temple grounds. Temple Renderings Released – 37 released in 2024 Cuernavaca Mexico Temple Cream Color, Spanish Mission Style, curvy lines, terracotta cupula, corinthian columns Toluca Mexico Temple Cream color, Spanish colonial style: stately design, sharp lines, doric columns Cincinnati Ohio Temple Sandstone color, English Colonial Style Des Moines Iowa Temple Sandstone color, tall spire, Romanesque style? Missoula Montana Temple White color, brown cupula, doric columns Tacoma Washington Temple Two story-gray color with bronze triangular steeple Brussels Belgium Temple 7+ Story built from existing building Includes a meetinghouse and arrival facilities 1970s Modern design with wishbone columns a lot of glass slender gold spire mostly on side of building Inspiration from the WTC Twin towers? Or Rooftop Garden! 12 congregations in Belgium with 2 stakes, close for the Lille France Stake as well. Temple Design Tracker SpreadSheet 10 different floor plans in use with a handful of unique designs Number of stakes correlates with the size of the building Construction Updates Salt Lake Temple Vertical Coring Completed Drilled 46 holes in the 6 towers from top to the base isolator foundation with diamond drill bits. Cables installed and tightened to attach walls to the foundation Machine shop trailer installed on the top of the temple North Addition progressing Picture of sealing room entrance 14 New Statues being installed on temple square 1 First Vision 2 Come Follow Me Others will follow in 2025 and 2026 Provo Rock Canyon Temple Foundations for Two Baptistries Stockholm Sweden Temple Site Leveling work to get rid of slope on site San Diego Temple Landscaping work progressing Temple closed 18 months ago for an 18 month renovation Modesto California Temple Highest Steel beam installed on top of building Wichita Kansas Temple Modules being Installed in snowy weather Port Vila Vanuatu Modules installation after earthquake Los Angeles California Temple Pictures with fires burning circulating the socials Queen Creek Arizona Temple Possible Site location? News story taken since taken down Reported church ownership of a 4 acre site on Riggs road across from the Fat Cats. More likely the site of a future meetinghouse Bakersfield California Temple Environmental review beings Neighborhood group still unhappy about steeple Pointed out examples of Yorba Linda and Fairview, Texas temples getting a shorter steeple. Cody Wyoming Temple Modules being installed, temple contractor responsive $41 million valuation on city permits Auckland New Zealand Temple What is the massive fortress in South Auckland? $36.9 Million government evaluation Bonus 2024 Units Changes +59 Stakes Created (17 in Utah) -15 Stakes Discontinued (11 in Utah) 28 Districts Created -14 Districts Discontinued The post 885 Temple Ticker – 14 New Statues at Temple Square and Number 13 Might Kill You appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Let us know your thoughts at [email protected] Let Verlin know your thoughts on Facebook Mormonland on Pateron Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall New rules have BYU professors running scared by Peggy Fletcher Stack Vanauatu quake recovery continues with faith and resilience 6 new chapters (in no particular order) of Teachings of the Presidents: Russell M. Nelson) released Wayne Osmond obituary Donny Osmond in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in Scotland (sadly now closed) Osmonds singing Love At Home on YouTube Merril C. Oaks, emeritus General Authority, passes away at age 88 Church expands South Floriday profile with purchase of apartment complex near Wellington Brandon Sanderson blasted for trying to twist the church into “just another woke Jesus club? Mormons won’t leave this woman alone, so she asks for ways to scare them off 10 most dangerous missions Mormons ever attempted Let us know your thoughts/suggestions at [email protected] Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall.com The post 881 AoN It’s an Orthodoooozy appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall Email the show at [email protected] Tanner McKee shows NFL what Eagles teammates already knew (spoiler, he’s really good) Life Preparation lessons training in seminary and institute Festival of lights at Kensington (Washington) temple brings huge crowds and traffic problems What do YOU think the biggest church adjacent stories of 2024 are? Let us know at [email protected] Temple endowment session is shortened (August 2024) First Presidency authorizes garment changes for saints in hot, humid climates Secret Lives of Mormon Wives renewed for second season Heretic costars discuss ‘Modern Mormonism’ Most listened to episode of 2024 is…Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Review Ep. 842 Missouri man pleads guilty to Federal Civil Rights and Arson charges for setting fire to Mormon church Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Jen Affleck stepped away from social media to gain clarity Church donates $292 K toward upgrades Medicine Hat woman’s shelter First Presidency honors the life of President Jimmy Carter The First Presidency shares New Year’s message of faith and hope Follow President Nelson on Facebook Follow President Oaks on Facebook Follow President Eyring on Facebook I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy When the Moon Turns to Blood by Leah Sottile Leah Sottile Ep. 747 Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Motorhome Prophecies by Carrie Sheffield The post 880 AoN Sacri-licious appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Send your comments, complaints, and compliments to [email protected] Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall Peter Breinholt in the Cultural Hall on YouTube Peter Breinholt Ep. 252 Man accused of stealing credit cards at the Orem Temple Topeka missionaries mock Chinese people on ring camera Why are some seminary teachers paying for their own printer paper? Congolese government donates to support a project of the church in the DRC From Jana Reese, “Dear Mormons, our history of worrying about impure blood doesn’t end well” Newly published Nazi archives reveal the regime’s disdain for the church New Zealand saints send pre-loved scriptures to youth in Papua New Guinea Statue of Martha Hughes Cannon installed in Washington, D. C. The post 878 AoN What?! A llama?! appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Latter-Day Saint life at Notre Dame by Carson Feldman More than 500 charities involved in the church’s Light the World giving machine initiative BYU joins other religious schools asking the court to reverse a ruling on the selection of university leaders Woman arrested and accused of damaging a Tapa cloth at the Church History Museum “Cook of Mormon” apron on Etsy Controversy brews over plural marriage chapter in Official Church Storybook A Bunch of Richards Ep. 733 Jesus models are in demand in Utah Del Parson Ep. 9 Sister Christofferson’s gingerbread house is seriously impressive, and supports a beautiful cause Christmas In Kirtland nativity exhibit expands to second venue in celebration of the 20th anniversary The post 877 AoN Muppet Crack House appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedications Casper Wyoming – #201 November 24th, presided by Quinton Cook Dedicatory Prayer Reminder of pioneer connection 5 Stakes assigned to temple district Tallahassee Florida – #202 December 8th, Presided by Patrick Kearon Dedicatory Prayer Nearby First branch in Florida 8 stakes assigned to temple district Temple Groundbreakings Grand Rapids Michigan Cali Colombia Tacloban Philippines Rendering also released Temple Sites & Renderings Released Fairbanks Alaska Snowy 7.56 acre site along Geist Road in Fairbanks 10,000 sq ft temple with meetinghouse and ancillary building Located next to Shanghai Thai to go and Sunrise bagel and expresso. North Pole Giving Machines Mexico City Benemerito Mexico Located on the Mexico MTC campus White, two-story temple with Aztec features “B” on the mountain hidden behind the palm tree Harrisburg Pennsylvania White, single story temple with gold cupula Looks like the original rendering of the Grand Rapids Temple Jacksonville Florida Sandstone color, single story temple with a pyramidal tower Larger version of the Casper temple spire Springfield Missouri White, single story temple with elongated triangular spire Looking similar to Londrina Brazil Winchester Virginia Granite Colored, Virginia Colonial style with gray roof tile steeple. Follows similar themes as the new Richmond Virginia Temple Buenos Aires City Center Argentina 1.56 acre site at Avenida Córdoba and Reconquista in Downtown Buenos Aires San Nicolás neighborhood A parking lot with a long and controversial history. Located behind the Santa Catalina de Siena Monastery, finished in 1745. Functions today as a community center. The lot belonged to the Catholic Church and was sold off. A hospital and cemetery was located here and archeological digs have produced many artifacts 300+ years old. Multiple attempts to developer the lot and passed from owner to owner Community group is pushing for a plaza and park here, successfully opposing a large tower development at the city. Fire at the church in April that destroyed an altar. Raising money for a repair Temple Construction Updates McKinney Texas Temple After mediation, the church has agreed to redesign the temple 35 ft from 65 ft, 30,000 sq feet from 43,000, 120 ft from 174 ft. Plans matching Fort Worth and Austin Temples under construction The Planning Commission will considered the application and then it will proceed to the town council again. Voices of opposition continued to voice discontent at a meeting Lone Mountain Nevada Can we have some more please? Jealous of Texas compromise, neighbors want to talk, but get a cold shoulder. Cody Wyoming Bird, not temple to blame for a power outage Birmingham England Approval of plans by Birmingham City Council Singapore Demolition of Meetinghouse at temple site New Temple Matrons and Presidents announced Nairobi Kenya Grand Junction Colorado Syracuse Utah Year in Review and Preview of 2025 16 dedications – 2nd highest year. 14 groundbreakings 32 announcements 2025 calendar 16+ dedications queued up Toronto and San Diego Rededications 54 temple sites have been announced and could have groundbreakings The post 876 Temple Ticker Preview of 2025 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Join us on Patreon at com/theculturalhall Nathan Kitchen Ep. 873 Nate Oman Ep. 864 Heretic; A Panel Discussion Ep. 872 If you would like to send an email like Rob send it to [email protected] RootsTech 2025 keynote speakers Lindi Marcusen—Paralympian Ep. 867 Bronco Mendenhall named Utah State head football coach First Presidency creates the Canada Area of the church Beer all over church parking lot after truck crashes New website helps members discover, learn about, and visit Nauvoo Greene church branch changes name to honor its history More missionaries serving, and more people joining the church than ever before Church pushes to build temple in North Texas What is a Costco Door? And why isn’t it called a Mordor? Triple Combination of scriptures now in American Sign Language Providence athletic director apologizes for offensive chants directed at BYU during game Check out the jokes no one gets on our Facebook page 24/7 Christmas stream now available Giving Machines spread Christmas Cheer at the North Pole Christmas lights return to temple grounds at St. George Temple Church lights up Manila temple for Christmas 2024 Church no longer holding Temple Square Christmas lighting ceremony 2024 Temple Square Christmas activity offerings The post 874 AoN New Audio Who Dis appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Nathan Kitchen served as president of Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends from 2019 through 2022. Before his term as president, he sat on Affirmation’s board of directors and co-founded Fathers in Affirmation, a peer support group for queer fathers. He is currently the chair of the board of directors for Flourish Therapy, a leading nonprofit that provides culturally competent and affordable care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, families, and friends. Nathan served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Alabama, graduated from BYU–Provo, earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University, and completed a general practice residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He is currently in private practice in Mesa, Arizona. He has been a speaker at BYU–Provo, Utah Valley University, and Eastern Illinois University about the queer/Latter-day Saint intersection and how to better support the queer Latter-day Saint experience. He is also a certified QPR suicide prevention trainer. Nathan is the proud father of five children and grandfather of four grandchildren. He lives in Gilbert, Arizona with his husband, Matthew Rivera. In his free time, Nathan likes to travel with his husband, read a wide variety of books, and, of course, hold his grandbabies! Purchase The Boughs of Love The post 873 Nathan Kitchen – Boughs of Love appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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Temple Dedications Deseret Peak Utah Temple – #200 November 10th by 100 year-old Russell Nelson 23rd temple in Utah, 31 are planned Dedicatory Prayer 12 Stakes and 1 district assigned No Elko stakes? Temple Dedication Announced Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple Dedication: May 25, 2025 presided by Ronald Rasband Open House: May 1st-17th, Media Day on April 28. Announced in 2015 by President Monson 6.5 year construction (7th longest) 7th in Africa, 28th planned announced. Temple Groundbreaking Tarawa Kiribati Temple November 2nd, presided by Jeremy Jaggi Kiribati President Taneti Maamau also spoke 1 in 6 citizens are church members Temple will serve Kiribati and Marshall Islands, who currently travel to Fiji or Tonga to attend the temple. Temple Groundbreaking Announced Grand Rapids Michigan Temple December 7th, presided by Mathias Held NEW Rendering released with the announcement Previous rendering had a center steeple Temple Rendering Released San Jose California Temple Mission revival architecture, common in Stanford University Temple Locations Revealed Missoula Montana Temple 5.08-acre site located at the corner of Old Bitterroot Road and Lower Miller Creek Road in Missoula. Single story, 19,000 Sq. ft. temple Colorado Springs Colorado Temple 18.6-acre site on the south corner of Flying Horse Club Drive and Barossa Valley Road in north Colorado Springs, Colorado Single story, 45,000 Sq. Ft temple (New Floorplan?) New Temple Leaders Burley Idaho Temple President and Matron announced Live in Paul, Idaho. Americans with Japanese heritage. Temple Approvals Wellington New Zealand Temple Former Porirua deputy mayor Liz Kelly spoke in favor during comment period. Lone Mountain Nevada Temple Las Vegas Planning Commission approved easements for road, drainage, and sewer access Residents were frustrated they weren’t notified as they filing a law suite. McKinney Texas Temple Fairview and Church begin non-binding mediation meetings with a third party. Mayor insists he won’t let the church bully their town. Construction Updates Salt Lake Temple New and returning statues installed Modular temple construction updates Helena Montana First to use Modular Pieces Casper Wyoming Dedication on Sunday Cody Wyoming Foundation progressing, modules on site Cleveland Ohio Temple Unfinished Modules installed San Luis Potosí México Temple First modules to go outside the US Port Vila Vanuatu Temple Modular installation happening Wichita Kansas Temple Foundation progressing Tarawa Kiribati Temple Church bringing in construction crew, crane and modular units. The post 871 Temple Ticker 200th Temple appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The Not-So-Secret Lives of REAL “Mormon” Wives was conceived, researched, written, edited and published less than 70 days after Hulu/Disney released the eight episodes of Season 1 of their unscripted reality show, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives on September 6, 2024. This docudrama showcases self-proclaimed “Mormon” wives in often salacious settings not in harmony with the well-known tenets and commandments followed by devout members of the Christian faith, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Not-So-Secret Lives of REAL “Mormon” Wives features first-person accounts of eight self-proclaimed, devout Latter-day Saint wives/mothers, each successful businesswomen and contributors to society in their own right, and each sharing their own story in their own voices in this new book, including their testimonies of Jesus Christ. The Eight Co-Authors of The Not-So-Secret Lives of REAL “Mormon” Wives Fernanda Böhme (a Rio de Janeiro, Brazil native) She’s also a co-founder of the eponymously named Böhme, a fashion-forward women’s clothing brand with 14 retail outlets and an online store. Ganel-Lyn Condie (a popular motivational speaker, lupus warrior, and mother of two children); Kimberly DowDell (a well-known YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok influencer, Down Syndrome advocate, a top Zumba instructor, and mother of four children); Shayla Egan (a passionate marathon runner, a temporal and spiritual preparedness leader, and a mother of four children); Esther Jackson-Stowell (a Nigeria princess [literally] and convert to the LDS Church, a realtor and real estate professional, a mother of three children and a frequent foster parent); Caroline Melazzo (a native of Brazil, a Portuguese- and English-language podcaster, a real estate agent, and a mother of three children); Allison Hong Merrill (a Taiwan native and convert to the LDS Church, a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of both Chinese- and English-language books and articles, and a mother of three children, with one grandchild); and Kerry Owen (a native of England, a poverty and food insecurity advocate, founder of Feed the Need in New Zealand and the Utah-based nonprofit, Reach Out Today, awarded the Member of the New England Order of Merit by Queen Elizabeth II, and a mother of five children). The post 870 THE Not So Secret Lives of Real “Mormon” Wives appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives returning in January! What are Crumbl cookies? Send your suggestions for names for Richie’s insulin-pop-up-shop to [email protected] Who is Aspyn? Check out #dadtok on TikTok (if you really want to) Why are so many Dancing With the Stars pros Mormon? Who is Hannah Neeleman and Ballerina Farm? Check out Nara Smith/Trad wife on Instagram Dangers of being a Trad Wife 2,500 participate in ‘Book of Mormon Experiment’ in Germany at world’s largest book fair The post 869 AoN The H in ASH appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Richie and Verlin, hosts of the Cultural Hall podcast, discuss a wide range of topics including upcoming changes to the show, personal experiences with finances and travel, reflections on church history and current events, and humorous anecdotes about church culture. They delve into Lavina’s excommunication story and the church’s handling of her posthumous readmission, Richie’s fictional White House appointment, and the recent election results. They also touch on Elder Holland’s health, the Book of Mormon Musical, mission policy changes, and the possibility of serving at Church historical sites. Their conversation is casual and wide-ranging, reflecting their personal interests and perspectives on faith and life. Man saved during snowstorm turns out to be a serial killer (in 1982) Lindi Marcusen Ep. 867 “What ever you are not changing you are choosing” said by maybe Andy Rooney Who is Anson Dorance? Heretic, 2024 movie; are you going to see it? Conclave, 2024 movie Lavina Fielding Anderson, one of the September Six, is denied her request for rebaptism The September Six and the Struggle for the Soul of Mormonism by Sara M. Patterson Marilyn Clement has indexed 1 million names! Costco introduces even larger Mormon Family size, says Babylon Bee Summary of 2024 Light the World News Date for First Presidency Christmas Devotional announced (it’s December 8) Church leaders congratulate president-elect Trump on election win Elder Holland travels to the Dominican Republic, urges saints to ‘be believing’ ‘The Book of Mormon’ to play 5000 performance on Broadway New full-time mission opportunities for single seniors Sean Donnely- church growth in Africa Ep. 780 Did the church own a bar when it purchased the Newell K. Whitney store? The post 868 B.O.M. Cyclone appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

On September 13, 2017, less than two weeks after her wedding, 21-year-old Lindi Marcusen’s life was changed forever. That Wednesday morning Lindi was involved in a head-on collision with a Ford F350 towing a backhoe. Her little car didn’t stand a chance as it was torn in half. Lindi’s right leg was amputated at the scene, she suffered a traumatic brain injury, and the rest of her body was battered and broken. The doctors weren’t sure if she was going to make it, but Lindi is a fighter. After weeks in the ICU, months in the hospital, and many miracles, Lindi was finally well enough to go home to Spokane, Washington where she began the grueling journey of physical therapy. She had to learn how to walk again. How to get up and sit down. How to function and be able to live her life. It was tough. It was during these grueling months of physical therapy that Lindi was introduced to the idea of the Paralympics and competing, and this gave her hope. Lindi had been a high-level gymnast from elementary school through high school and had competed in body-building competitions while in college, so Lindi was really drawn to the idea of participating in athletic competitions at a high level. First, she just needed to learn how to walk. With grit and determination, Lindi learned how to walk again. Then she got special prosthetics and learned how to run and to long jump. It was a long road, but since Lindi had grown up spending hours every day pushing her body to the extremes, driving herself seemed natural. And she loved it. Lindi joined ParaSport Spokane and started competing in events. And she kept getting better as she pushed her limits. In 2022, Lindi became the T63 National Long Jump Champion. In 2023 Lindi became the National Champion in the T63 100-meter sprint and the Long Jump silver medalist. Then in 2024 Lindi set the American record in the T63 100-meter on her way to qualifying for the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Lindi’s record time for the 100-meter sprint was 14.95 seconds, a far cry from the 44 seconds that she ran in her first 100-meter race. And she’s still pushing. She has her sights set on breaking the world record next. She’ll have a shot at it at the Paris Paralympics games. “Instead of building the destination, build yourself for the journey. You can’t ever rely on knowing what will come your way, but what you can rely on is building the skills to emotionally, mentally, and physically adapt to find yourself in a grounded state connected to your Divine Power.” Lindi Marcusen The post 867 Lindi Marcusen – Paralympian appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Jason, a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from Northern Ireland, concluded his remarkable athletic career this past March. Despite being legally blind due to Stargardt’s disease, he competed at the highest levels of Paralympic sport (T13 classification) and even in elite non-paralympic events. Known for his incredible speed, Jason was once dubbed “The Fastest Paralympian on the Planet,” a title earned by shattering world records at both the 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Paralympics. He retires with an undefeated record, leaving behind an inspiring legacy of achievement. The post 865 Jason Smyth – The Fastest Paralympian on the Planet appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Nathan B. Oman is the Rita Anne Rollins Professor of Law at William & Mary Law School. He was educated at Brigham Young University and Harvard Law School. Oman has spent much of his career studying Latter-day Saint legal history and the place of law in the Restoration, publishing works for both a scholarly audience and for active Latter-day Saints. Within the Church, he has served in bishoprics, high councils, as a regional director of public affairs, a seminary teacher, and — most importantly — as ward librarian. He lives in Williamsburg, Virginia with his wife. They have two children and a dog. Law and the Restoration: Law and Latter-day Saint Thought and Scripture is a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between legal principles and the doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Author Nathan B. Oman delves into the profound ways in which Mormon theology intersects with legal concepts, offering readers a detailed analysis of church doctrines, their authority, and their implications for members’ daily lives. In doing so, Oman addresses foundational questions about the nature of church authority, the role of personal judgment, and the dynamic interplay between divine law and secular legal systems. The book is not just an academic treatise but a thoughtful discourse aimed at elucidating how Mormons navigate complex moral and legal landscapes in their quest to reconcile faith with modern societal norms. Each chapter in Law and Latter-day Saint Thought and Scripture serves as a deep dive into specific aspects of Mormon doctrine and its legal ramifications. From the examination of Nephi’s actions in the Book of Mormon to the contemporary debates surrounding same-sex marriage and civil disobedience, Oman provides a balanced and respectful analysis that seeks to understand rather than critique. This book is an invaluable resource for scholars, legal practitioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of religion and law, providing a rich narrative that underscores the ongoing dialogue between faith and jurisprudence within the Latter-day Saint tradition. Law and the Restoration: Law and Latter-day Saint History is a profound exploration of the intricate legal history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this first of two volumes, Nathan B. Oman delves into the unique intersection of law and religion, uncovering how legal frameworks have shaped and been shaped by the experiences of Latter-day Saints. Through a series of meticulously researched essays, Oman reveals the profound impact of legal conflicts and developments on the growth and identity of the Church. From the early struggles for legal recognition and the battles over polygamy to the establishment of corporate entities and the role of religious courts, this book offers a comprehensive and enlightening narrative of the Church’s legal journey. Oman’s scholarly work extends beyond mere historical recounting; it situates the Mormon legal experience within the broader context of American legal history. By examining the ways in which the Latter-day Saints navigated the legal challenges posed by a predominantly Protestant legal system, Oman provides invaluable insights into the broader themes of religious freedom, church-state relations, and legal pluralism. Each chapter is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Church, highlighting pivotal moments and key figures who influenced its legal standing.   The post 864 Nate Oman – Law and the Restoration appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Are you the next voice on the back row of the Cultural Hall? Reach out at [email protected] Chaplain Jenna Carson Ep. 841 Laurie Lee Hall Ep. 859 Check us out on YouTube at com/@theculturalhall In the remote community of Mulga Bore, every resident is a Mormon Kim Coates shares how he prepared to play Brigham Young in American Primeval Saints Volume 4 NOW AVAILABLE Brian and Laura Hales Ep. 176 Standard of Truth podcast with Gerrit Dirkmaat Richard Bushman Ep. 499 Happy 25th anniversary Orchestra at Temple Square! Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Whitney Leavitt welcomes new baby (and gender was a surprise! Utah resident creates 12 foot Halloween homage to secret lives of Mormon wives See the Halloween display on TikTok Those ‘Mormon Wives’ helped Hulu grow earned media value in September Secret Lives of Mormon Wives picked up for 20 additional episodes Man arrested after threatening LDS and Catholic church buildings in Cottonwood Heights 2024 Holy War is one of the biggest in BYU history Anthony Idaho teen needs community support after returning from mission with tumor Click HERE for the Gofundme link to help Elder Bailey Romney: A Reckoning by McKay Coppins Ep. 749 The Comically Terrible Rollout of Latter-day Saints for Trump by McKay Coppins Latter-day Saints don’t want to talk politics at church, survey says Church statement on Political Neutrality and Participation The post 863 AoN Election Day BLUES appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

An adopted viking orphan becomes a carpenter’s apprentice to Jesus. The orphan, Oren, fights as a side hustle. His experience training as a carpenter with Jesus as his mentor changes his lifestyle. The Carpenter Movie Website Daz Crawford was born in Liverpool, England. Having a disrupted childhood with no mother or father to speak of. Coming from a broken family Daz turned something negative in his young life to a positive and successful career in sports. He joined the Royal Air Force and through his training he learned team work and sportsmanship. Crawford traveled extensively in the Royal Air Force including the Falkland Islands, Germany, Italy and the Desert Storm Campaign. He became successful playing National League Basketball (UK) and becoming ranked 10th in the world as an amateur boxer. He was then invited to join the Seoul Olympic Team representing England. Daz spent years searching for his father and when found, began a personal and challenging journey reuniting with him. After only knowing him a few years his father passed away. He returned to London and started a modeling career. As an extra in a film he got the acting bug and took part in drama workshops challenging his emotions & vulnerability and found a new Daz Crawford. He studied at the “Madder Market Theatre” in Norwich England and then onto the “Actors Centre” in London and at the “LA Actors Centre” studying the “Meisner Technique”. Garrett Batty is an independent film producer and director known primarily for his involvement in faith-based content. In 2013 Batty wrote, produced, directed and edited The Saratov Approach, about two American missionaries kidnapped in Russia. The award-winning thriller grossed 2.1 million at the domestic box office and made Batty an indie director to watch. In 2015 Batty wrote, produced, directed, and edited Freetown, filmed entirely in Africa. The film received domestic and international theatrical releases and was nominated for 11 Ghana Film awards – Ghana’s equivalent to the Academy Awards. Batty has since produced and directed pilots for See the Good (BYUtv), Let’s Get Epic (VidAngel), and directed the feature-length Vietnam doc The Journey Home, starring Jon Voight, produced by Go Films. He has produced and directed several successful commercial campaigns including “Stories of Change” for Mitsubishi Electric, and “Meet the Missionaries” for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 2019 Batty wrote, directed, and edited the period western, Out of Liberty, distributed by Samuel Goldwyn Films. Batty has worked in over 30 countries but normally works from home so he can be near his wife and their four children.   The post 862 The Carpenter Movie – Garrett Batty and Daz Crawford appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Temple Dedications San Pedro Sula Honduras Temple – #198 Dedicated October 13th, presided by Dale Renlund Sticking to tradition, Renlund spoke about flowing waters, which can come from rain and floods. Dedicatory Prayer Temple District: 15 Stakes, 1 district First stake in Honduras was created in 1977, missionary work started in 1954 Salvador Brazil Temple – #199 Dedicated October 20th by Neil Andersen “A temple in a city named for the Savior is less important than having the temple dedicated in a place where ‘so many wonderful people have the Savior — ‘Salvador’ — written in their hearts.’” Dedicatory Prayer Temple District: 14 Stakes, 3 district Dedications announced Simplification of Dedication procedures, starting with Deseret Peak One dedicatory session held at 4pm and broadcast to meetinghouses The session will be rebroadcast at 7pm. President Nelson will preside over the 200th temple dedication. Auckland New Zealand Temple Dedication: April 13, 2025, presided by Patrick Kearon (10 am) Media Day on February 24th Open House: February 27th to March 22nd NZ podcast uses the image of this temple Toronto Ontario Temple Rededication on March 23, 2025 presided by Jeffery Holland Media Day: February 12th Open House: February 13th to March 8th. Temple Open House Begins Tallahassee Florida Temple After Hurricane Helene passed through as a Category 4, the Open house continues as planned starting November 4th to 23rd Kathy and Neil Andersen and other 70s lead a media day on October 28th Kathy Andersen is a native Floridian with church ancestors from 1898. Interior Photos Released Gold!, blue and greens Features live oak, two varieties of magnolias, and crape myrtles Historic geometric tile patterns from the mid-1800s, such as leaf lattice, palm fronds, magnolia flowers and interlocking key patterns. Sunrise patterns over doors and windows and arched glass transom in the celestial room. Temple Groundbreaking Cody Wyoming Temple Unannounced groundbreaking took place on September 27th. Temple Construction updates Bakersfield California Temple Church Released several renderings Residents of the 55+ community hold opposition meeting Starry night McKinney Texas Temple Town of Fairview raising money for a defense fund in preparation of a anticipated lawsuit to defend zoning laws. The Church has not decided a course of action as of yet. Lethbridge Alberta Temple Preliminary Construction Begins No groundbreaking yet Cali Colombia Temple Demolition of a former French High School scheduled for January to August 2025. Rendering and site announcement made in 2021 Farmington New Mexico Temple Temple President and Matron Called Construction finishing up Salt Lake Temple Descendants of stone mason, James Staples, gathered to commemorate work on temple The post 861 Temple Ticker – You should REALLY start to trust us appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Laurie Lee Hall’s growing-up years were defined by the conflict between her physical condition as a boy and her inherent identity as a girl. Unable to explain or resolve her gender dysphoria, she committed to living her adult life as a male. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, eventually becoming chief architect of its temples and an ecclesiastical leader. In her church and community, rigid adherence to gender roles is not only the norm, but the defining issue of a faith that doctrinally declares one’s gender as an “eternal identity.” Against this traditional backdrop, Hall finally received spiritual confirmation and personally accepted that she was transgender and always had been. In this remarkable memoir, Laurie Lee details how she risked everything to live true to her long-suppressed gender identity. Through the power of lived experience, Laurie Lee’s story affirms the reality of gender identity and the strength and joy of self-acceptance. Order Dictates of Conscience The post 859 Laurie Lee Hall appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Check out Kid Rock’s Honky-tonk and Steakhouse The Truman Brothers, Ep. 533 Who is Lucifer ‘Justin Case’ Everylove? AoN “You’re a Butt” Ep 855 It’s Always Cool in Mesa, a podcast hosted by Mayor John Giles Let us know what you think at [email protected] Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/theculturalhall https://www.youtube.com/@TheCulturalHall?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Do you know why the “Y” is the “Y”? [email protected] First Presidency announces changes in garments for in hot, human climates Church issues updated Book of Mormon app John Hilton III Ep. 453 BYU names Mark Ott inaugural Dean of medical school “I gave ‘dirty sodas’ to my children – what have I done” How Elder Uchtdorf defines a successful missionary Church reiterates positions on political neutrality, civil discourse, and abortion Mike Lee, Glenn Beck, and others join Donald Trump on webinar directed and Latter-day Saint voters Trump campaign sells Latter-day Saints for Trump coffee mugs and beer Koozies Church faces 91 new child sexual abuse lawsuits in California Having billions in reserves is not fraud, church argues   The post 858 AoN Why the Y? appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

This Abominable Slavery places these debates within the context of the nation’s growing sectional divide and contextualizes the meaning of these laws in the lives of Black enslaved people and Native American indentured servants. In doing so, it sheds new light on race, religion, slavery, and unfree labor in the antebellum period. W. Paul Reeve is the chair of the History Department and Simmons Chair of Mormon Studies at the University of Utah where he teaches courses on Utah history, Mormon history, and the history of the U.S. West. His book, Religion of a Different Color: Race and the Mormon Struggle for Whiteness, (Oxford, 2015) received three best book awards. He is author of Let’s Talk About Race and Priesthood, published by Deseret Book in 2023 with a foreword by Darius Gray. He is Project Manager and General Editor of an award-winning digital database, Century of Black Mormons, designed to name and identify all known Black Latter-day Saints baptized into the faith between 1830 and 1930. The database is live at www.CenturyofBlackMormons.org.?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss With Christopher Rich Jr., and LaJean Purcell Carruth, he is the author of This Abominable Slavery: Race, Religion, and the Battle over Human Bondage in Antebellum Utah. The primary source documents upon which the narrative history is based are publicly available at www.ThisAbominableSlavery.org.?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Christopher Rich is a PhD candidate at the University of Utah. He has a BA in history from Brigham Young University, a JD from the University of Virginia School of Law, and an LLM from the Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School. He spent 11 years as a Judge Advocate in the United States Army and continues to serve as a Reservist. He lives in Cottonwood Heights, UT with his wife and two children. The post 857 This Abominable Slavery with W. Paul Reeve and Christopher Rich appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

The Prophet Joseph Smith is dead, killed by a mob. Enemies of the young LDS Church think it will die with Joseph. In fact that danger is a real possibility. The crisis is undeniable, and the saints in Nauvoo are in chaos. Following in the successful wake of the feature film Witnesses (2021), The Interpreter Foundation announces “Six Days in August”. That title refers to the extraordinarily important period in August 1844 when Sidney Rigdon and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, led by Brigham Young, stated their respective claims for leadership of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints following the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. The Saints had never before experienced the death of a president of the Church; this was uncharted territory. The film introduces a young, much lesser-known Brigham Young with gifts, fortitude and skill-sets as well as a history of hard work, sacrifice and service that uniquely prepared him to lead at that exact time. Opens October 10. The post 856 Six Days in August appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Do you have a job connection in Rexburg? [email protected] Bad Good Good Ep. 853 Secret Lives of Mormon Wives renewed for Season 2 Study finds church members most resilient to political division and polarization Kamala Harris reaches out to Mormon voters in Arizona Mesa mayor Giles endorses Kamala Harris, some others follow suit Registration now open for Rootstech 2025 Click HERE to register for Rootstech Community shocked (SHOCKED), disheartened after vulgar vandalism on southern Utah church Gilgal Gardens and the Joseph Smith Sphinx Goosebumps upon goosebumps listening to Children’s Choir in General Conference Deadline for Nauvoo performing mission applications due October 18 Click HERE for Nauvoo mission application How church is helping those affected by Hurricane Helene The post 855 AoN “Your a Butt” appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

New Temples – 367 total temples (185 for Nelson or 50.4% of all temples) Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico Will the name be shortened? 26th in Mexico, second in Oaxaca State Located on the Isthmus of Tehuantepec 3 stakes, 2-3 districts Santa Ana, El Salvador 2nd in El Salvador 9-10 stakes Medellín, Colombia 4th in Colombia 4 stakes, 1 district Santiago, Dominican Republic 2nd in Dominican Republic 7 stakes, 2-3 districts Puerto Montt, Chile 6th in Chile 8 stakes, 2 districts Dublin, Ireland First in Ireland 2 stakes Milan, Italy 2nd in Italy 5-6 stakes Abuja, Nigeria 6th in Nigeria 4 stakes, 2-3 districts Kampala, Uganda First in Uganda Previously most members in a country without a temple 3 stakes, 5-6 districts Maputo, Mozambique 2nd in Mozambique First time a second temple was announced in a country without the first being finished. 3 stakes, 2-3 districts Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 10th in Idaho 6 stakes Queen Creek, Arizona 8th in Arizona, 4th in “The Valley” About 10 stakes El Paso, Texas 10th in Texas 4 Stakes Huntsville, Alabama 2nd in Alabama BLOX Factory? 2-3 stakes Milwaukee, Wisconsin 1st in Wisconsin Inspiration from the former Milwaukee Branch Meetinghouse? 5-6 Stakes Summit, New Jersey 1st in New Jersey Church building just outside of Summit in Short Hills for Short Hills Ward 5 Stakes Price, Utah 31st in Utah, 150th in the U.S. Large Church property on west side of city at North Fairgrounds Road West of Carbon Canal 8 stakes The post 854 17 New Temples October 2024 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

Suit accuses church of facilitating St. Louis area bishop’s predations Doctor cared for generations of families, now dozens of women say he abused them ‘Nemo the Mormon’ says he’s been booted from the LDS church Secret Lives of Mormon Wives renewed for season 2!! Check out Richeighlyn on Facebook! Turn yourself into a Mormon Wife by using this filter Click here if you want to see Verleighton The Mormon Wives’ soda habits are dangerously unhealthy Are you canvasing for the GOP in Nevada? Reach out to [email protected] Malawi in South Africa gets first stake, then 2nd Hatching Hope project in Honduras lifts women through poultry production Politically correct 12 days of Christmas Project Hope helps migrants get mental health help Church donates to World Food Programme to support school meals program in Haiti Church History Museum’s new exhibit honors 200 years of Latter-day Saint art Check out our conference coverage on X (twitter) at com/theculturalhall The post 853 Bad Good Good appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.