Polygamist gets 10 years for sex assault Nov 11, 2009
The church -- a 10,000-member offshoot of the mainstream Mormon church -- openly practices polygamy on the ranch, as well as in Arizona and Utah. Critics of the sect say young girls are forced into "spiritual" marriages with older men and are sexually abused. (CNN)
Mormons Back Salt Lake City Gay Rights Laws Nov 11, 2009
SALT LAKE CITY With a historic endorsement from the Mormon church, the Salt Lake City Council unanimously passed a pair of ordinances making it illegal to discriminate against gays in housing and employment. Tuesday's action was the first time the Utah-based church which has been steadfast in its opposition to gay marriage has publicly supported gay rights legislation. (Fox News)
Meet the man who changed Glenn Beck's life Nov 10, 2009
Before he died in 2006 at the age of 92, Skousen's own Mormon church publicly distanced itself from the foundation that Skousen founded and that has published previous editions of "The 5,000 Year Leap." ... By the end of the 1970s, the death of Skousen's biggest allies within the Mormon church hierarchy cleared the way for an official disavowal of his work. (Salon)
LDS temple proposal up for review Nov 9, 2009
The Phoenix temple, at 40 feet tall with 78 feet of steeple and spire with a light, would be built on vacant land west of an existing Mormon church. At issue before the commission is the church's proposal to add 10 feet to the temple's height. (AZCentral -- News)
Polygamist convicted of abusing 16-year-old 'spiritual wife' Nov 6, 2009
The FLDS is a breakaway sect of the mainstream Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago and does not recognise the FLDS.. Historically based around the Arizona-Utah state line, the FLDS bought a ranch in Texas, six years ago, and began building massive homes and a towering temple. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Polygamist sect member guilty of sexual assault Nov 6, 2009
The FLDS is a breakaway sect of the mainstream Mormon Church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago and does not recognize the FLDS.. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Story:Sheriff: Mendota boy was drowned, put in dryer Nov 5, 2009
Flood, who attends a Mormon church with the family in Kerman, said they've shown a lot of strength. "I am surprised at their strength and their ability and willingness to move forward," he said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Polygamy Trial Continues in Texas Nov 5, 2009
The FLDS is a breakaway sect of the mainstream Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago and does not recognize the FLDS. Historically based around the Arizona-Utah state line, the FLDS bought a ranch about six years ago in Eldorado, about 150 miles northwest of San Antonio, and began building massive homes and a towering temple. FOX NEWS VIDEOS. (Fox News)
Judge says Texas polygamist sect trial nearing end Nov 5, 2009
The FLDS is a breakaway sect of the mainstream Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago and does not recognize the FLDS.. Historically based around the Arizona-Utah state line, the FLDS bought a ranch about 150 miles northwest of San Antonio, in Eldorado, six years ago, and began building massive homes and a towering temple. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Scientology tested by court fights, high-profile defections Nov 4, 2009
"I think they'll end up like the Mormon church or Jehovah's Witnesses, that were very controversial in our time but now are largely accepted," Palmer said. Others think the Church of Scientology is in trouble. (USA Today -- News)
LDS makes Salvation Army donation Nov 2, 2009
David Bradley, state director and leader of the Athens-area Latter-Day Saints Mormon Church, and the Athens Latter-Day Saints church family helped arrange the donation through Deseret Industries ... David Bradley, state director and leader of the Athens-area Latter-Day Saints Mormon Church, and the Athens Latter-Day Saints church family helped arrange the donation through Deseret Industries. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hawaii celebrates new saint, return of relic Nov 1, 2009
Representatives from different religious faiths, including the Episcopal Church, the United Church of Christ and the Mormon church, are expected to speak. Catholics say the relic - which will be permanently held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace in Honolulu - will connect worshippers to Damien. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
LDS owns 3,000 acres in W. Valley Nov 1, 2009
But some West Valley officials and real estate experts say the Mormon church has no plans to develop the land and probably will sell it to developers and home builders, which would change the dynamic of the area. LDS spokeswoman Kim Farah confirmed the church owns land and that it is being held for investment purposes. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Another View: Prop 8 cuts both ways Oct 31, 2009
Yet California's post-Proposition 8 experience clearly shows that transparency carries risk for individuals who participate in the political process, although it's also true that the state's disclosure of political contributions made clear the key role that members of national religious organizations, such as the Mormon Church and Knights of Columbus, played in influencing the outcome. This confrontation has arisen because some gay activists -- understandably outraged by the abrogation of a... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Speak out on gay issues Oct 30, 2009
Res Ipsa wrote on Oct 29, 2009 12:49 PM:" The alcoholic community is currently the most hated and persecuted segment of our society for a physiological phenomenom they neither want nor have control over. Here is a verified list of the LDS Church's abuse/bullying of alcoholic members (and by 'verified,' I mean stuff I heard and found on the internet):1. The Mormon Church won't let alcoholics into their temples and I heard that some alcoholics have been denied the sacrament on Sundays. 2. My... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Prosecutor: Polygamist Sect Man Assaulted Teen Oct 29, 2009
The FLDS is a breakaway sect that is not recognized by the Mormon church ... The Mormon church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, renounced polygamy more than a century ago. (Fox News)
Planning Paradise Park for the future Oct 29, 2009
The 5 acre park is to be located on Paradise Way by the maintenance yard, south of the Mormon church. Andy Burleson wants to see Paradise Park completed for another skate park in the community. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Jury chosen for US polygamy trial Oct 28, 2009
The 10,000-strong sect, which dominates the towns of Colorado City in Arizona, and Hildale, Utah, split from the mainstream Mormon church more than a century ago. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Americas)
Calendar pokes fun at Mormon mom stereotype Oct 27, 2009
Leaders in Las Vegas and a dean of students at BYU said the calendar was not in keeping with the values espoused by the Mormon church. . (AZCentral -- News)
Sound off! 10-25-09 Oct 27, 2009
The Times says that since it may be put forth by Orrin Hatch of Utah and would include overseas missionaries of the Mormon Church it might add enough to the Utah count to get another seat in Congress. I always thought the Census was to count the people living here legally. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Jury Selection Begins in 1st Polygamist Sect Trial Oct 27, 2009
Jessop faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of sexual assault of a child, a charge stemming from his alleged marriage to an underage girl in FLDS, a breakaway Mormon sect that is not recognized by the mainstream Mormon church ... The Mormon church renounced polygamy more than a century ago. (Newsmax)
Polygamist sect abuse trials set to begin Oct 27, 2009
The FLDS, which believes polygamy brings glorification in heaven, is a breakaway sect not recognized by the mainstream Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago. A dozen sect members chargedIn all, 12 sect members have been charged with crimes ranging from failure to report child abuse to sexual assault and bigamy. (MSNBC -- Crime)
First member of polygamous sect in Texas to face trial Oct 27, 2009
The FLDS split with the larger Mormon church after it officially banned polygamy in the late 1800s. The trial for Jessop is expected to last two weeks. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
First polygamist sect criminal trial begins Oct 26, 2009
The sect is a breakaway of the Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
D.A. won't seek death against gambler son in parents' slayings Oct 26, 2009
Abendroth, his wife of 31 years, was a Cal State East Bay accounting lecturer and was active in her local Mormon church. E-mail Henry K. Lee at. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bill Paxton, Jeanne Tripplehorn on surviving 3 years of polygamy Oct 26, 2009
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Polygamist Sect's Women Called "Pimps" Oct 25, 2009
" MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Share: More From Saturday Edition Video Video 1 by alewives October 25, 2009 2:11 AM EDT I watched the show and also read the article. Thank you for reporting on this polygymous cult and the abuses comitted by it's leaders. Look forward to more reports as the trials in Texas take place. by APOSTLEAL October 25, 2009 1:58 AM EDT wow welcome to Amerika were you are guilty before the trial. All the illegal evidence collected by a set up phone... (CBS News)
Related: In tough economy, sniper victim's dad is broke Oct 25, 2009
Lewis' living room walls are covered in pictures reminding him of the tragedy: Lori on her wedding day; Lori and Nelson Rivera, the Honduran landscaper she met at a Mormon church and married; their daughter, Jocelin, now 10. Patricia Allue, director of the Prince William County Victim/Witness Program in Virginia, said Lewis contacted her office looking for assistance but she didn't have funds available. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
California's fight over gay marriage moves to Maine Oct 25, 2009
"I would give more credit to Frank Schubert ... and the Mormon Church and the record-breaking fundraising of $40 million," he said. Karger said there were two key differences between California and Maine: In Maine, he said, the Roman Catholic Church is part of the opposition, and opponents in Maine aren't nearly as well-funded as they were in California. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Report: Polygamist Families Abused Kids Oct 25, 2009
The FLDS, which believes polygamy brings glorification in heaven, is a breakaway sect of the Mormon church, which renounced polygamy more than a century ago. MMVIII The Associated Press. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Show to help dad see daughter's killer die Oct 23, 2009
Lewis' living room walls are covered in pictures reminding him of the tragedy: Lori on her wedding day; Lori and Nelson Rivera, the Honduran landscaper she met at a Mormon church and married; their daughter, Jocelin, now 10. AFP fileJohn Allen Muhammad is set to be executed on Nov. 10. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Sniper victim’s father makes a deal to witness execution Oct 23, 2009
Lewis s living room walls are covered in pictures reminding him of the tragedy: Lori on her wedding day; Lori and Nelson Rivera, the Honduran landscaper she met at a Mormon church and married; their daughter, Jocelin, now 10. Patricia Allue, director of the Prince William County Victim/Witness Program in Virginia, said Lewis contacted her office looking for assistance, but she did not have funds available. (Boston Globe)
Polygamy Law Taken to Court in British Columbia Oct 23, 2009
FLDS members practice polygamy in arranged marriages, a tradition tied to the early theology of the Mormon church. Mormons renounced polygamy in 1890 as a condition of Utah's statehood. (Fox News)
Man vanished about Sept. 27 Oct 21, 2009
However, Thomas said Mobley joined the Mormon church about a year ago and held a number of part-time jobs during his three years in Pocatello. "He did have a little bit of trouble with his rent, but he always caught it up," Thomas said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Let states settle gay issues Oct 20, 2009
cairo wrote on Oct 19, 2009 11:36 AM:" Gary, Can I sue the mormon church for not allowing me (a heterosexual man) from marrying a non LDS woman in the Logan LDS Temple? I think not. Why will it be any different for gays? It won't. So why spread this rumor? You are deflecting from the argument because you wish to continue the spread of these fear mongering rumors and lies. ". tyler wrote on Oct 19, 2009 2:10 PM:" First of all, the "State" is also the government. Second, the marriage issue thus... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Man tours country, one job at a time Oct 18, 2009
First came a gig for the Mormon church in Utah in September 2008. Last came a week as a cellar master at a winery in Napa, Calif. (Montana Standard, MT)
Religious rights not at risk Oct 17, 2009
" Arthur wrote on Oct 16, 2009 7:25 PM:" Sorry desertique, but given the fact that we live in a free country (or at least relatively free), if the Mormon church wants to speak out about political issues, I see nothing wrong with that. I can understand how you, being such a supporter of Iran, would like the Mormon church silenced ... " round earther wrote on Oct 16, 2009 10:11 PM:" One of these days the Mormon church will realize that if they just kept to themselves, and practiced whatever... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Cheers & jeers Oct 17, 2009
Cars were also ransacked in a Mormon church parking lot. Happy to be there. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Leader likens anti-Mormonism to Southern racism in '60s Oct 16, 2009
Solomon said the Mormon church hierarchy has every right to speak out, "but in the public sphere, one should expect that people will disagree." ... The Salt Lake City-based Mormon church, or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has shied from politics historically but was a key player in the pro-Proposition 8 coalition ... The Mormon church has faced criticism for its past stances on race; it wasn't until 1978 that the church lifted a prohibition that denied full church membership to... (USA Today -- News)
LDS elder likens backlash to Blacks' civil-rights duress Oct 14, 2009
The Mormon church, or Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has shied from politics historically but was a key player in the pro-Proposition 8 coalition. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Mormons & religious freedom Oct 14, 2009
Solomon said the Mormon church hierarchy has every right to speak out, "but in the public sphere, one should expect that people will disagree." In an interview Monday before the speech, Oaks said he did not consider it provocative to compare the treatment of Mormons in the election's aftermath to that of blacks in the civil rights era, and said he stands by the analogy ... The Salt Lake City-based Mormon church, or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has shied from politics... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Mayor urges discrimination ban (13) Oct 11, 2009
Wimmer said he and his group oppose creating "specific laws based on someone's sexual orientation." The proposed ordinances would not apply to the Mormon church or its City Creek Center shopping and housing project. "We're reserving comment ... until we have had a chance to thoroughly review it," church spokesman Scott Trotter said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Warriors may call on Shutter Oct 10, 2009
After this season, he goes on a two-year mission for the Mormon church. He will return for the 2012 season. (Honolulu Advertiser)
* Mormon leader announces five new temples will be built around the world Oct 5, 2009
Mormon church president Thomas Monson on Saturday announced plans to build five new temples in Fortaleza, Brazil; Concepcion, Chile; Sapporo, Japan; Brigham City, Utah; and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The temple in Concepcion will be the second in Chile and the 15th in Latin America. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Residents open their doors, hearts Oct 4, 2009
Salu Hunkin-Finau said the Mormon church in Leone opened its doors to homeless families Tuesday night ... Salu Hunkin-Finau said the Mormon church in Leone opened its doors to homeless families Tuesday night. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Mormon Church to Build 5 New Temples Oct 4, 2009
(SALT LAKE CITY) Mormon church president Thomas S. Monson on Saturday announced plans to build five new temples in the United States and abroad. Temples will be built in Brigham City, Utah; Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Time.com)
Mormons to add five temples Oct 4, 2009
Mormon church president Thomas S. Monson, left, waves to the crowd with his wife Frances, center and his daughter Ann M. Dibb, right, at the conclusion of the morning session of the 179th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Saturday ... SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Mormon church president Thomas S. Monson on Saturday announced plans to build five new temples in the United States and abroad. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Judge OK's evidence in raid on sect Oct 3, 2009
The Mormon church renounced polygamy more than a century ago. More on. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Military searches for bodies, brings aid to Samoas Oct 2, 2009
About 200 people camped inside the Mormon church in Leone, one of the hardest hit villages in American Samoa. The United States, Australia and New Zealand sent in supplies and troops, including a U.S. Navy frigate carrying two helicopters for search-and-rescue efforts. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Gilbert unanimously approves Mormon temple Oct 1, 2009
(AP) -- With unanimous approval from the Gilbert Town Council, the Mormon Church is moving along with plans for a new temple. The council approved the temple Tuesday night without public opposition. (FOX 11, AZ)
Polygamist set to go on trial Oct 1, 2009
The Mormon church renounced polygamy more than a century ago. This document was originally published online on Thursday, October 01, 2009. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Bloggers' challenge: What's the worst influence on the children of Cache Valley? Sep 30, 2009
Matchbook wrote on Sep 20, 2009 4:32 PM:" The Mormon church. Let the kids make up their own minds and allow them to see other faiths in a positive way. " ... LVIS wrote on Sep 22, 2009 9:43 AM:" I KNEW it! Before I even looked at the posts, there was NO doubt in my mind that the "Mormons" would be held up as the worst influence on kids. I'm not even mormon, but don't buy that argument. Of course, I could be wrong. I suppose it's possible that the mormon church teaches drug use,sexual immorality,... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Local case exposes flaw in alcohol law Sep 30, 2009
bassplayer wrote on Sep 27, 2009 6:26 PM:" You get caught speeding or busted for anything and its a much larger fine if you are within so many feet of a church, to get an alcohol licence you must be this far away from a church or get their permission....yet everywhere I turn there is a Mormon church...infact there are 3 or 4 of them in one fricken block up by the hospital. Now we are not talking about putting an alcohol serving establishment in a residential neighborhood with a school next door,... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
00000D50Texas AG: Polygamist Sect Man Skirted Bank Laws Sep 30, 2009
The Mormon church renounced polygamy more than a century ago. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Competency Review Set in Elizabeth Smart Case Sep 25, 2009
Both Mitchell and Barzee were excommunicated from the Mormon church, in part because Mitchell advocated the practice of polygamy. Barzee and Mitchell face charges of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated sexual assault and aggravated burglary in the state courts. (Fox News)
Kendall County Sheriff's Department (96) Sep 25, 2009
600 block of Broadway, Comfort, 8:01 p.m., A resident complained about two men from the Mormon church knocking on doors. The caller said it was too late at night. (Boerne Star, TX)
Discrimination found at Philly swim club Sep 23, 2009
Sept. 21: Latinos are one of the fastest-growing groups of new converts to the Mormon Church. NBC's Mara Schiavocampo has more. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Fine example of religious tolerance Sep 20, 2009
So, be it mosques, surau, churches, cathedrals, chapels, Sikh temples, Bahai centre, Mormon church, SIB churches, Methodist churches you name it, we have it. There is also a Sai Baba centre in Dalat, a small district in Mukah Division. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
City tries to keep church in tact Sep 19, 2009
Its Web site, , says the sect was started by Terrill Dalton, who was excommunicated from the Mormon church and claims to be the Holy Ghost. It says he and another member translated records from God, including parts referring to plural marriage and instructions to tithe to Mr. Dalton. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Meet the man who changed Glenn Beck's life Sep 18, 2009
Before he died in 2006 at the age of 92, Skousen's own Mormon church publicly distanced itself from the foundation that Skousen founded and that has published previous editions of "The 5,000 Year Leap.". As Beck knows, to focus solely on "The 5,000 Year Leap" is to sell the author short. (Salon)
• Religious sect stirs controversy in Fort Hall Sep 16, 2009
According to its Web site, the sect was started by Terrill Dalton, who was excommunicated from the Mormon church and now claims to be the Holy Ghost. Information from: Idaho State Journal, http://www. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Mormons Releases Spanish-Language Bible Sep 15, 2009
It's the first time the Mormon church has published an edition of the Bible in a language other than English. The new edition became available starting Monday. (Click2Houston, TX)
Cops: Bone Near Garrido House Likely Human Sep 10, 2009
Consider doing some yourself and exclude Mormon church propaganda. Read public records, for instance. (CBS News)
High school teams in haka showdown Sep 8, 2009
The Utah school had seen other teams do it because the Polynesian influence is more widespread in that state through connections to the Mormon church. Today's game won't even be the first time the Miners have had a haka showdown. (Honolulu Advertiser)
MORE OPTIMISM FOR NEW LAIE PLAN Sep 7, 2009
But now, spurred by recognition that Brigham Young University-Hawai'i the area's economic engine must grow in order to survive and the need for jobs amid the economic downturn, the college, Polynesian Cultural Center and Hawaii Reserves Inc., which manages and owns land affiliated with the Mormon Church, say they have a viable program to build more than twice that many homes, including market-rate and affordable units. Reducing costs through economy of scale, increased density and the use of... (Honolulu Advertiser)
