How doing temple recommend interviews prompted an LDS bishop to become a ‘backbencher’
Christian Kimball, author of the bestselling “Living on the Inside of the Edge: A Survival Guide,” talks about his life as a Latter-day Saint who is neither all-in nor all-out of the faith.
(Illustration by Christopher Cherrington | The Salt Lake Tribune)
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.