Full scholarships now available for St. George Mormon Stories / Faith Crisis Retreat!

Full Scholarships Now Available for St. George Mormon Stories Faith Crisis Retreat: What You Need to Know

For individuals navigating a faith transition away from the LDS Church, the question of where to find community support and honest dialogue can feel isolating. The Mormon Stories Podcast has announced a significant initiative to lower barriers to attendance at its December faith crisis retreat in St. George, Utah, offering full scholarships that cover registration, accommodations, and transportation. This development reflects both the growing demand for structured spaces where people can process religious doubt and the financial commitment required to sustain such programming.

The availability of comprehensive scholarships signals an important shift in how post-Mormon and faith-questioning communities are being resourced and supported during periods of spiritual transition. For many people exiting high-demand religious systems, the cost of attending retreats or workshops, combined with the emotional vulnerability of seeking out these spaces, can be prohibitive. Understanding what Mormon Stories is offering, and why, matters for anyone researching how alternative Mormon communities are organizing themselves or for individuals considering attending such an event.

Background: The Mormon Stories Retreat Movement and Faith Crisis Programming

The Mormon Stories Podcast, founded by John Dehlin, has operated faith crisis workshops and retreats on a regular basis for several years. According to the podcast announcement, these events have been held every month or two and have proven consistently successful in attracting participants. The St. George retreat, scheduled for December 6–8, represents a continuation and expansion of this programming.

The retreat format itself addresses a documented need within post-Mormon communities. People exiting the LDS Church often report feelings of social isolation, identity disruption, and the loss of built-in community structures that the Church had provided. Organized retreats create spaces where individuals can: Connect with others experiencing similar faith transitions Access resources for processing doubt and disbelief Develop strategies for navigating relationships with believing family members Explore identity questions beyond religious affiliation