Help us Keep Mormon Stories Podcast Alive - #GivingTuesday 2020

Help Us Keep Mormon Stories Podcast Alive This Giving Tuesday

Every year, Mormon Stories Podcast serves as a lifeline to thousands grappling with questions of faith, community, and identity within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This Giving Tuesday, the podcast faces its own critical moment, as it seeks the necessary financial support to continue offering its mix of historical analysis and personal narrative. It stands at a crossroads, and how we respond could shape its future indefinitely.

John Dehlin, founder of Mormon Stories Podcast, released an earnest appeal to listeners for support during this pivotal period. The call was straightforward: without increased financial backing, Mormon Stories could struggle to survive. Donations, especially those made early on Giving Tuesday, can be matched through platforms like Facebook, potentially doubling their impact. This funding model highlights the precarious balance between passion-driven projects and financial viability.

The Unique Offering of Mormon Stories Podcast

Mormon Stories Podcast is more than a trove of interviews; it is a repository of lived experiences that resonate with those inside and outside Mormonism. Since its inception, the podcast has tackled introspective and sometimes controversial subjects, speaking with individuals like historian Matt Harris about complex topics such as Ezra Taft Benson and the Gospel Topics Essays. These discussions enrich our understanding of Mormon history and provide a nuanced perspective on issues that affect the community.

The podcast's narrative range is broad, covering faith crises and personal triumphs alike. From the Hughes family to Lila Tuller, the stories shared often mark transformational moments in the lives of contributors and listeners. It is this diversity of voices that has positioned Mormon Stories as an indispensable resource for those questioning or expanding their understanding of faith.