pioneers
From the time I was small, I’ve always loved Pioneer Day. I am a descendant of pioneers, and loved to hear the stories of ancestors who…
hairy carrie.
I wish people would stop asking me why I shaved my head. It’s none of anyone’s business. If you don’t like it, don’t say anything. I…
monsters in our closets
by Averyl Dietering When I was a kid, I was terrified of monsters in my closet. Each night before bed, I had to make sure that…
a time to dance: art, celebration, and laughter in activism
“Slaves sing most when they are most unhappy. The songs of the slave represent the sorrows of his heart; and he is relieved by them, only…
no sisters
After the emotional events of June, I was fortunate enough to escape on vacation with my husband. He has been waiting a long time to visit…
ymf podcast episode 3: American privilege in the church
Join Julia as she speaks with two feminists, Azul in Mexizo and Leone in New Zealand, about American privilege in the LDS Church and how American-centered…
i am in an abusive relationship with my church
by Anonymous Content Warning: This post contains brief references to rape, molestation, and sexual assault. My uncle left the LDS church decades ago after graduating…
the fires of mormonism
By Jane D. Eckleberg Written June 23rd, 2014 I was born in “the covenant.” To Mormons, that means I was born to parents who were both…
leadership roulette affects us all
By NJ Three years ago, my brother-in-law announced to my wife’s family that he was leaving the LDS Church. His research of the history of the…
the worst two years (but actually eighteen months)
By Lesa When people ask me for my opinion on recent events regarding the excommunication of Ms. Kelly and the disciplinary actions being taken against other…
is the church a destination or a vessel?
by Averyl Dietering Today marks one week since Ordain Women founder Kate Kelly was excommunicated from the LDS Church. Most Mormon feminists—even those who are not…
erasure i. the murder: a poem
By Emily Erasure I. The Murder the prophets kill Motherwhile Father watches. with my forehead on the groundi can’t see His faceto tell if He…
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