Proclaim Peace
Welcome to the Proclaim Peace podcast! Co-hosts Jennifer Thomas, Co-Executive Director at Mormon Women for Ethical Government and Patrick Mason, Professor at Utah State University, explore a peaceful reading of the Book of Mormon by talking with guest experts who show us how to create peace in turbulent times. Subscribe to the show on YouTube or your favorite listening app and follow along at https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/ for show notes and more resources.
Proclaim Peace
The Holy Work of Peacemaking: Insights from Sarah Perkins
In this episode, Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Sarah Perkins to discuss Abinadi from the Book of Mormon, highlighting his role as a bold prophet delivering a message of repentance and calling for change. They draw parallels between Abinadi and other prophets throughout history who speak out against societal injustices. The hosts reflect on the importance of discerning true authority from those who simply criticize without offering solutions. Join them as they explore the timeless lessons from Abinadi's story that are relevant in today's world.
[00:01:34] True prophets preach divine redemption.
[00:06:42] Limits to dialogue.
[00:10:36] Defining peace beyond conflict.
[00:11:29] Effective conflict management.
[00:17:02] Abinadi's powerful discourse.
[00:22:16] Speaking Truth to Power.
[00:24:22] Peacemaking and addressing injustice.
[00:28:20] Peacemaking and Redemption.
[00:31:20] Fighting for justice against injustice.
[00:34:33] Recognizing real people in change.
[00:38:26] Dialogue and understanding in activism.
[00:44:04] Navigating values in peacemaking.
[00:45:48] Courage and confidence in peacemaking.
[00:50:05] Restored gospel and faith matters.
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