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
Part 1: Nealin Parker on When Conflict Comes to Your Doorstep
For this 3 part bonus mini series, hosts Jennifer Thomas and Patrick Mason are joined by Nealin Parker from Common Ground to reflect on recent tragic events affecting the Latter-day Saint community, including the death of President Nelson and a horrific attack on a local ward that resulted in multiple fatalities. As they process these heavy developments, they discuss the emotional toll on church members and the broader implications for peace. The episode serves as a heartfelt exploration of grief, community resilience, and the principles of the gospel that can guide us in difficult times.
[00:02:19] Peacemaking in challenging times.
[00:06:00] Redemptive suffering and compassion.
[00:10:01] Conflict's enduring legacy in towns.
[00:12:00] Long shadow of violence.
[00:16:50] Gentleness as antidote to fear.
[00:20:33] Fear replaced by love.
[00:25:42] Community support in tragedy.
[00:28:39] Prayer and gratitude for peace.
For full show notes and transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peace