On 42nd anniversary of end to the priesthood ban, black Latter-day Saints say protests may have finally woken up white members to racism
(Trent Nelson | Tribune file photo)
The dress rehearsal for “Be One,” an event put on by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in June 2018 to celebrate the end of its priesthood-temple ban on black members.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.