In Greek mythology, Cassandra was given the blessing of the gift of true prophecy and the cursing of being universally disbelieved. When “home-centered, church-supported” became a buzzword, and gospel instruction began to be pushed...
Family / feminism / Gender / Gospel / Journeys / women
by ElleK · Published April 21, 2020 · Last modified April 20, 2020
The church released directions last week for how to administer the sacrament at home. They specify that a worthy priesthood holder must break the bread, say the prayers, and pass the emblems in person....
I’ve been a stay at home mom for 13 1/2 years. I wouldn’t exactly say it was a choice, because it honestly never occurred to me there was anything else I could pick to...
There was a new face at my step-grandmother’s funeral—another Nordic face, like my step-grandma and her children and grandchildren. He had never met my step-grandmother, but in the few days after her death and...
I teach primary and my #1 job is to make those kids feel loved. Which is tough right now. We cannot meet, they are too young to Zoom or text, and thus I have...
Body / Family / feminism / Gender / women
by Guest Post · Published April 7, 2020 · Last modified April 5, 2020
by TMarie On Mother’s Day last year I found myself pregnant with my second child (a girl), dealing with an intense fear that she would be born early. My pregnancy was considered high risk...
Family / Gender / Gospel / Intersectionality / women
by Guest Post · Published March 30, 2020 · Last modified March 29, 2020
by Brooke Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee… (Jeremiah 1:5). For I know the thoughts I think toward...
This week has been full of feelings and emotions all over the world as we practice social distancing amid concerns of COVID-19. I wanted to share some of the emotional waves I have ridden...
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