‘Mormon Land’: The latest on Tongan relief and how the islands resemble Utah in at least one big way
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is sending tons of post-tsunami aid to a place that, like the Beehive State, is about 63% LDS.
(Malau Media and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Scene of destruction in Tonga after volcano and tsunami on Jan. 15, 2022.
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.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.