‘Mormon Land’: How near-death accounts became apocalyptic and why they attract Latter-day Saints
From “Embraced by the Light” to “Visions of Glory,” these books fascinate members as they hunt for how they relate to their religion and prophecies for the end of the world.
(NASA) Earth from the Apollo 10 mission in 1969.
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.