Fiona Givens

For many Mormons who question, Faith Matters is a spiritual lifeline

By Jana Riess — September 29, 2022
(RNS) — With a podcast, a magazine, a publishing imprint and a major in-person gathering in Salt Lake City in October, the young Faith Matters organization is on the move.

Colorado Mormons: Mark your calendars for September 9!

By Jana Riess — June 10, 2017
On September 9, the Colorado Faith Forums will offer a symposium on Mormon women scholars. It's going to be terrific and I hope to see you there.

Mormon founder turned over priesthood keys to women, says Deseret Book author

By Jana Riess — June 21, 2016
Fiona Givens, a Deseret Book author and popular Mormon speaker, says early LDS women were given priesthood keys -- and that there is historical tradition linking Heavenly Mother to the Holy Ghost.

Staying Mormon: “Planted” with Patrick Mason

By Jana Riess — January 15, 2016
Patrick Mason's new guide speaks to Mormon doubters and those who love them . . .. and it's co-published by Deseret Book.

Mormon doubts? Let’s talk about them

By Jana Riess — October 3, 2014
If you're a Mormon who struggles with doubt, join our book club. Over five Fridays, we'll be reading "The Crucible of Doubt" in chunks and discussing it.
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