Mormonism has a vibrant community of scholars of all stripes who rigorously examine all aspects of the Mormon faith. Communities within Mormonism like Sunstone are full of faithful people who question the status quo in articulate and compelling ways. As a lifelong Mormon, I can sincerely say there is nothing "cult-like" about Mormon culture, though we have our problems and our issues just like any faith or organization; but I marvel at positive and progressive changes that are occuring in our faith. Keep your eyes on Mormonism, silly. A thing of beauty has and will unfold with it.
I actually agree with you, silly. Mormonism has had difficulty accepting dissension from within. I actually belong to a community of Mormons who are learning how to reach out with love and understanding to those who question or dissent. But to write it off as a "cult" springs from anger I believe in many cases.
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Mormonism has a vibrant community of scholars of all stripes who rigorously examine all aspects of the Mormon faith. Communities within Mormonism like Sunstone are full of faithful people who question the status quo in articulate and compelling ways. As a lifelong Mormon, I can sincerely say there is nothing "cult-like" about Mormon culture, though we have our problems and our issues just like any faith or organization; but I marvel at positive and progressive changes that are occuring in our faith. Keep your eyes on Mormonism, silly. A thing of beauty has and will unfold with it.
I actually agree with you, silly. Mormonism has had difficulty accepting dissension from within. I actually belong to a community of Mormons who are learning how to reach out with love and understanding to those who question or dissent. But to write it off as a "cult" springs from anger I believe in many cases.