Is LDS Church culture under attack? 

I have a bit of a story to tell that happened to me being a member of the LDS faith. I live in North Carolina now, but it hasn't always been where I lived. I converted to the LDS faith back in 1973. But working now in NC, which has a Baptist base, I rarely get a negative reaction from my neighbors. Except once. I was taking care of a child who was comatose. The parents were Baptist. They mentioned how their church helped them. I never said anything negative concerning their religion but said I that's why love my faith because of how we help others, and in the discussion, I told them I was LDS. The next day, my supervisor called me to let me know the family requested that I don't return. I had taken care of the child for over a year. So I went to talk to my supervisor and was told that they accused me of practicing witchcraft in their home. I was flabbergasted, to say the least. About six months later I ran into the mother of that child in a store, and she apologized profusely about what happened and I told her, I had forgiven her and her family back when I was let go. We both cried and hugged. It turned out her child had passed and she wanted me to attend the funeral service. I told her I would be honored to be there. To this day I know the mother was under alot of stress, and I wasn't surprised at her initial reaction. She loved her child and wanted the best for that child. And I know that many people have negative feelings towards the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I love the church, its people, the leaders, and the Gospel. They strengthen and guide me through these troubling times.

Concerning the poll at the end, I'm a member of the church and I have to say that there is definitely a difference between the Utah church culture and the Latter Day Saint culture outside of it.

I’m a catholic and I love my LDS peeps

I’ve been watching Hello Saints on RU-vid. A Protestant pastor has been putting out videos of him learning about the LDS faith. His most recent one is of him attending LDS conference in Salt Lake City last weekend. He’s kind, respectful and genuinely curious even if he doesn’t agree. Very refreshing.

Wouldn't it be nice if we lived in a world where people gave the benefit of the doubt? Asking people what they believe and trusting they mean it, rather than telling people what they believe makes a lot more sense to me.

I'm 75 and have been a member since age 16. I'm from Virginia and moved to Utah 4 years ago to be close to family. This is nothing new. There are just more Latter-day Saints in Utah.

Genuine question: When was the last time you observed a religious individual portrayed in a respectable, dignified way on TV, in movies, books, & the like?

Why, yes. Satan has been trying to slander Christ for years. It should be no surprise he’s doing the same now. His time is short tho as well as the wicked who follow him.

I am Catholic who knows no LDS members, but as someone who general pays attention to politics, especially pop politics (i.e. tv/film), I have too noticed the rising trend of targeting the Mormon faith. From that ex-Mormon documentary to that Hulu min-series, and the most recent BYU controversies relating to race there's probably some sort of active demonization on the part of the tv/film industry and more left leaning students. Frankly, being critical of Mormonism is the trend. Today Mormonism tomorrow who knows what religion will be pointed and sneered at.

53% are crazy. The first question I get when I say I'm from Utah is do I got 5 wife's

There will always be detractors of any large group, or high-profile personality. As that grows, so will the detractors. For me, if I want to know something about a people or person I just go and ask them. Media is hype, just like the topic for this feed is probably clickbait. It's the internet. If you search for something to validate your opinion -- you'll find it.

this is awful and biased reporting, where's the other side??

LDS leadership should all be in prison.

When you don't correct a lie, people think it must be true. It's important to correct lies about the church. It doesn't have to be done EVERY time (e.g. sometimes there's no one there who will listen anyway) and it shouldn't be done in a contentious way, but if we don't correct it who will? People won't know the truth if they don't hear the truth.

Confused if Mormon is a bad word , why it is called Book of Mormon ?

The most persecution I’ve ever felt has been from people I attend church with!

I am not a member of the LDS church, however; I have no issued with the church or it’s members! Leave them be…

Thank you.

I really don't miss having to constantly hear about Mormons vs Non-Mormons. Glad I left Utah.

often bad news and false reporting end up being better than no reporting at all. The honest in heart usually search out the truth first hand.

The prophecy said “No unhallowed hand can stop the work from progressing.”

@5:13 "While the AP obtained thousands of documents and brought to light a terrible abuse, there was one glaring error, the name of the church itself" This is the most amazing part of this report, as if calling us Mormons is a bigger deal then covering up child abuse. And let's all remember that is was only 8 years ago that the church produced the movie "Meet the MORMONS"! and did the whole I'm a MORMON campaign.

Thanks so much guys! Really a breath of fresh air from all the negativity

Ces letter

Dean must be James Carville's brother.

He is talking about our personal battle with sin.

"The 2 most unbelievable religions...scientology and Mormons"

Poll at the end is interesting. Church culture isn’t the church doctrine. Also, I’m currently living outside of Utah and there are many people who don’t even know about the church. In the Book of Mormon belt (Utah, Arizona and Idaho… and generally the west coast) there is a lot more pushback towards the church than outside it.

I would hope people respect others as human beings first, regardless of faith they grew up in. But if you choose to portray the negative stereotypes associated with any brand, be it a team, employer, church, culture, then that is respected differently. The issue seems to come from the disparity between inherent culture and elective brand. Every culture seems to come with one but important to not confuse the two in terms of treatment. If one is playing attitudes from the brand, then it's a brand reaction and it shouldn't be disrespect towards the culture. It's really just treating people as individuals, defaulting respect and not assuming too much by their cultural identity. By the same token, you might also get favorable treatment for playing the positive aspects, depending on the values shared.

Seeing things like this shows just how we as human beings are (be it a member of the church or not). I’m a member of the church and I love it. Some people love it, some don’t care for it, some hate it, some respect it, etc. Thing is, everyone has their own unique experiences with it and can base their opinion of it. I feel sad to see people saying “f*** the Mormons” but there’s nothing we can do about it except allow people to feel that way towards the church, and defend what we believe; vise-versa for people who differ in beliefs. I believe in a world of peace of coexisting with belief differences. I don’t think it’s possible however, I want to be the first that makes a step towards that direction. Hopefully, it’ll spread to those around me or at least they can feel peace in being themselves while with me and we both don’t have to sacrifice our beliefs for the sake of coexistence. Instead, we sacrifice our pride for the sake of peace and love.

So, what exactly was the chant?

I appreciate the reporters being accurate when they say that most religions have they scrutiny at one time or another. I kind of assumed being from Utah they would lean into the persecution mantra. Though if the church thinks that I believe all of these scandals that come directly from church hierarchy is a bunch of nothing then they are mistaken

Maybe it's the silence and lack of reply that puts people off. I'm in the UK and had LDS missionaries contact me twice. Both times I asked about unfulfilled prophecies of Joseph Smith. They say they've never heard about them before and they'll find answers and get back to me.... then ghost me. 😒

The Lord's church has always been under scrutiny and persecution we expect it to get worse as time goes by.

Really? With all the ways the church slaughtered their response to the AP article, what you choose to focus on is the AP using "mormon" in the article? That is the current problem......the church not recognizing and owning up to the harm they have done and instead focusing on the misuse of a term and feeling victimized.

I'm glad you did say "The Church of Jesus Christ of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" at least three times in the video (I am still listening).

I think a lot of churches are under attack. It’s too bad that others feel it necessary to knockdown something they don’t know enough about. Religion is essential to our soul. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has done so many wonderful things to help others and try to walk in Christ’s footsteps. Religions are beautiful and provide tools to get through life. 😉💛😇

“No one will tell you. Joseph Smith HORROR mansion: RU-vid”

The LDS church has little choice but to turn the other cheek. To address the criticisms publicly would be to lift the rug that all the old dirty doctrines have been swept under.

Can we get these interviewees a cup of water and a napkin for crying out loud?

You know, I brought this all up with my president yesterday and this is the best answer I've heard since I've become aware of the church's struggles. Be a peacemaker, live the example, be the face of the church.

It's a Satanic scourge.

Attacked or Exposed?

They will always judge and criticize the Mormon religion I was raised in Salt Lake City Utah born in Mexico now leaving here in Houston Tx, but here they do not have any integrety they don't like Normans at all a lot members of ours church as gone through precaution to many evildoers which I had ever experienced that in my life at all Untill my family and I moved here to Huston Tx and hoping that someday we will.move back to Salt Lake City I will keep on praying Our Savior & King Jesus Christ Of Nazareth will help us to make this happened and no matter this wicked people will always be there pretty sure they have moved to Utah from many different places of the USA but we shall stand in "Faith" and keep trusting in Our Savior Jesus Christ Of Nazareth That he will protect us all from this things..My prayers are with you all .🙏💡😇👍

Not balanced. You didn't interview happy healthy ExMos. Do another segment. 💗

I've noticed that since the BOM musical and Romney losing, around 2013-2014 there has been a real shift in the attitude and culture toward the church. There has been a real movement lately towards attacking the church and it's members. I think that it just sells.

Mormon will always be used

Great piece. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints I think that was represented very well. I'm glad people have noticed.

The LDS Church has been persecuted from its beginning. That’s how they arrived in Utah. I wish the report gave it some historical context instead of listing recent TV shows as evidence.

As a member we do not expect everyone to join the church. If they say no that is fine, let them worship who and what ever they wish. If you want to know more about the church and believe what we believe we will be happy to tell you, however that does not mean you have to believe it. Just let us know and we will go.

what is the difference between warren Jeffs, rules Jeffs, Joseph Smith, Brigham Young, Wilford woodruf, snow, Joseph f smith?

Wow.....this is the 1st time I've seen any report or articlefrom media that wasn't attacking the LDS or "Utah Mormon Culture". Wow refreshing!!!

The Church of Joseph Smith of Latter Day Swindle.

We were told many years ago that the coming persecutions will be worse than in the pioneer days. And here we are on the threshold of that prophecy.

Just wanted to add that the FLDS Church mentioned in the newscast is not part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints which Joseph Smith established.

I am LDS, but I am not belongs to religion, I am belongs Lord Jesus Christ, He’s lives,

I’ll never no never I’ll never no never I’ll never no never no never forsake❤️

It’s not just contained to Mormons. Modern American culture is very anti-religion. Unless that religion can be fetishized and used to push certain goals. Not that long ago I was told “LDS “ was offense. “Mormon is the preferred name” I was told. Now it’s the opposite. I’m confused.

That’s not what “ turn the other cheek” means. 🤣

Try watching Australia 60 minutes. THE FLEECING OF MORMONS.

We have been attacked since the beginning. Nothing has changed, and we feel it will become more intense. We follow the teachings of our Saviour 🙏🇦🇺👍

As followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, we should know that the world will never accept us. Turn the cheek as our Saviour taught, keep the peace and keep walking with the Lord Jesus Christ.

If they stayed away from politics, it would help a lot. I love Mormons. I was one for 23 years. It helped me a great deal. but it also hurt me a great deal. I love Mormon people. Many of them. But they need to take accountability for their collective actions, overstepping like when it is not their place. Living in Utah, I see them overstepping. That is my only problem. Like the trans laws and things like that. The church is heavily hidden behind the scenes of laws. And they outsource their members/missionaries to get involved in taking rights away from others like during proposition 8 in California. They act like victims but what do they do to women and children. They put them in a place of powerlessness. Utah is one of the worst places for domestic violence accountability. I hope this changes.

It’s been under attack since the restoration.

The church has a major persecution complex. I don't think that criticism of the faith has gotten anywhere near as bad as what Catholicism has gone through in the past twenty years.

Mormons are some of the very best people and don't deserve this judgemental, self-righteous bigotry from people who probably don't know any Mormons. Let people live!

Homosexual polyamorous marriages are accepted, yet polygamy is hated these days. Why is that? 🤣 WABOL

The church welcome positive criticism even negative criticism ......it helps the church to grow and be strong in the faith in Jesus Christ, the church and its leadership.

One problem I see that the LDS church has always been targeted so why don’t everyone give us a break,like I have always said ‘before you cast the first stone make sure your closet has nothing in it’.

It is really important to fight back with an example because people so often take your words and twist them to whatever they want them to mean. Christ only ever taught in parables except with His disciples for this reason.

It's All Corrupt It's All about the 💰

Isn't polygamy it illegal in America?

If Christ lived as a mortal today society would treat Him like a Mormon.

All you need to do is wait for the mothership.

lol, I think there's an extra 'm' in mormon

Do they ACTUALLY expect us to forget that a decade or so ago they FLOODED RU-vid with those ‘I’m a Mormon’ ads? Now it’s a slur?… please. Which Article of Faith did the church violate with their SCC fines for Ensign Peak? Asking for a friend…

If the world hates you, remember they hated me first. - some guy

I left the Church over a year ago after 40+ years of faithful belief. I respect Patrick Mason a great deal and have taken his views on Church History seriously. I am thankful for him and his willingness to engage with people such as I on the tough subjects that surround the Church and it's history. To answer the question about why it is more acceptable to go after the Church than other sects of religion, I would argue it is simply because of truth and authority claims.

Wow the saints be persecuted...never! I can't bel..... oh wait yes I can. Kinda reminds of a great and spacious building . If you catch my drift.

The LDS church/members EARN every stereotype given. Instead of claiming persecution, LISTEN to what has been going on--away from the pulpit.

WE ARE ALL GODS CHILDREN!!

The Church of Joseph Smith of Latter Day Shakedown.

If you eat all the maple syrup you won’t have any for breakfast in the morning and that’s a tragedy!😢

Imagine being more offended about a nickname than the long-term abuse of children... Even if the Bisbee case were the only one it's extremely egregious. Where is the flood of faithful members and leaders wanting to make sure it never happens again?!

Puffiness of this video is hilarious.

I think the poll is a bit absurd. Lots of people who don't understand something think they do. I would venture to guess there's a much higher percentage of people who don't actually understand the LDS church,but believe they do, or intentionally hold on to their incorrect beliefs or bigoted views of it, claiming they understand it. That's just obvious.

LDS culture in Utah is way different from LDS culture outside of Utah.

Well said! Has this ever been put on PSAs? Wow! What a horrific message that stake president gave. I would have taken my kids and walked out. Maybe not silently. That is so bad!

Under attack? More like under scrutiny and exposure.

The creation of an irrational and false persecution complex serves the interests of cults, to keep members in line. This is a common cult tactic.

THe reporter and anchors should have disclosed if they are members of the church.

Anderson Lee Aldrich comes from this church and a lot of other serial killers. Wonder what they realy teach?

I just want to say. It’s easier to be lds in Utah than not. I’ve felt discriminated because I choose not to go to church. It’s hard to find friends. Maybe I am not being attacked but I am being isolated.

he looks like a supervillian.

Why were the only interviews with active LDS members? Seemed like some biased reporting to me.

Hard-hitting journalism at work! What about a story about how the LDS Church has enough money saved to solve world hunger but chooses to do nothing with it.

Christ himself was crucified let people hate they do it in a state of ignorance. "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do" Luke 23:34

Soak it! ROFL!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

What about your $100+ Billion cash stash?

Did not love this story! Interviewing a couple members of the church is what I expected the answers to be. It would have been great to hear from a member of the first presidency, apostle, GA, or area authority with their thoughts. This story just scratched the surface and didn’t enlighten what the true issues are that non believers or non members think of the church. Why not question those that aren’t “Mormons” about their thoughts of the church and why people say the things they do about the church? Very uninformative story!