Doves & Serpents
This week’s Mormon news & commentary
By Jana Riess — November 15, 2013
While the predatory sexual behavior of this bishop occurred in his home and car, and not in the church building, Mormon cultural practice certainly paved the way for him to have time alone with his victims. Our controversial practice of sending teenagers alone into a room with a bishop for an “interview” that can include questions about sexual behavior gives teens the message that they are not fully in charge of their bodies. Moreover, our religion’s emphasis on obeying those in authority leaves little room to resist when leaders abuse their trust.
What Do We Teach Teenage Girls about the Mormon Priesthood?
By Jana Riess — June 1, 2013
This month’s exclusive focus on priesthood for the Young Women and Young Men brings into sharp relief some of the gender issues in the Church.
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