3/22 – Podcasters Talk about Resigned Podcasters

Popular Mormon Podcasters Resign from LDS Church, a Step Ahead of Excommunication Publication Date: March 17, 2025 Source: Religion News Service Valerie and Nathan Hamaker, hosts of the "Latter Day Struggles" podcast, resigned from the LDS Church ahead of a disciplinary council. The couple faced concerns from local church leaders over their podcast, which addresses faith crises among Mormons. They emphasized their commitment to helping those in faith crises and felt the disciplinary process was unjust. The Hamakers will continue their podcast and support groups despite their resignation. https://religionnews.com/2025/03/17/popular-mormon-podcasters-hamakers-resign-from-lds-church-a-step-ahead-of-excommunication/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJKY0tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYOFtWY6QpzuYwVkrLtnTAZ4DQIoPFwYpHkZIba3rAlMDzaAF9WGeBskIg_aem_r0OhNgeIJ8k69s1Vt3ZBLQ Church Announces New Gospel Library Resources Publication Date: March 19, 2025 Source: The Church News The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints added new resources to its Gospel Topics and Questions section, focusing on race, women's service and leadership, and religion and science. These updates aim to provide more insightful answers to frequently asked questions about the Church's doctrine and policies. https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/03/19/church-announces-new-gospel-library-resources-race-women-science/ Utah Couple on ‘The Amazing Race’ Describes Meeting at the Missionary Training Center Publication Date: March 13, 2025 Source: Deseret News Scott and Lori Thompson, a Utah couple competing on "The Amazing Race," met at the Missionary Training Center while serving as missionaries for the LDS Church. They shared their faith-based love story and how their mission experiences strengthened their relationship. https://www.deseret.com/faith/2025/03/13/scott-lori-amazing-race-love-story/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJKZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHRqzw-B3EbItmprKBj2YuUBngYu9BaSVHo8u6n76NGhl-ep_uY-k8msbbg_aem_3DgpQ69e9ktKofhCxUROtQ Latter-day Saint Leader Seeks Positive Texas Temple Outcome Publication Date: March 17, 2025 Source: Deseret News A stake president from the LDS Church sent a letter to Fairview, Texas, asking the town to reaffirm its commitment to allow the construction of the McKinney Texas Temple. The Church and the town had previously negotiated a mediated agreement, but there are concerns that the town may not honor it, potentially leading to legal action. https://www.deseret.com/faith/2025/03/17/fairview-texas-temple-latter-day-saints-letter-seeks-positive-outcome-mckinney/