In todays episode we announce recent tightening of Church policies on Safeguarding. You can find out more about our discussion on sharing non consensual images here: https://stopncii.org/ The policy update was sent to leaders in the form of a letter. Wording as follows: To: General Authorities; General Officers; Area Seventies; Stake, Mission, and District Presidencies; Bishoprics and Branch Presidencies; Members of Stake and Ward Councils a. At least two adults must be present at all virtual an...
May 09, 2023•22 min
Today we discuss the impact of current rumours that there may be a new policy of exclusion (POX) aimed at transgender individuals. LGBTQIA+ merchandise - https://www.celebratewithpride.com/ If you need support after todays discussion please reach out: Samaritans 116 123 (freephone) jo@samaritans.org samaritans.org
May 09, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 77
Ruth and Sara are turning the tables as Jane takes the hot seat tonight for an Ask Me Anything interview! Nothing is off limits, so if you have a question you'd like to make sure we ask, just let us know! www.21stCenturySaints.Org
Apr 21, 2023•2 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 76
David B. Ostler Bio Professionally, David is retired. He has a Bachelor of University Studies from the University of Utah in Quantitative Methods and an MBA from Dartmouth College where he was an Amos Tuck Scholar. Before retirement, his career focused on evidence-based medicine, including products for health insurance companies, hospitals, governmental health purchasers, physician groups and pharmaceutical companies. Prior to retirement, he was Executive Vice President of Optum International,an...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Join us Live as we talk with Nemo the Mormon about the Sustaining of Church Officers at this coming Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Do 21st Century Saints Sustain or Oppose?
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 42 min
In March 2023, 21st Century Saints were asked to give a presentation on our Safeguarding work at Hugh James Conference on Abuse. You can watch our presentation here and look out for a follow up on this in the very near future.
Apr 02, 2023•21 min
It has been two years since Peter Bleakley was excommunicated and he's still attending every week. Join us as we talk with Peter and Lynn Bleakley about what he's experiencing and why he's still deeply engaged with the Church. Links: Abuse Survery https://forms.gle/SZqzyrSvFnK17WoR6
Mar 23, 2023•2 hr 15 min•Season 72Ep. 3
During our latest podcast we launched our 21st Century Saints Survey - a simple, confidential way to share your experiences or your concerns with us. You can find a link to the survey here https://forms.gle/LpHHgbhXPcqjeLV67 or reach out to us at janechristie@21stCenturySaints.Org We are equally interested in hearing about positive experiences as we build a picture of Safeguarding in the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints here in the UK and across the world. The people who have reac...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 71
Join us as we discuss the UK women's broadcast which was streamed Live on Sunday 12th March, 2023. Ruth, Sara & Jane are joined by fellow Britvenger Peter Bleakley to talk about what we learned and what impact the meeting is likely to have in the UK.
Mar 16, 2023•2 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 70
Join the team and our guest Debbie Shrubb this week for International Women's Day where we talk about Latter Day Saint women, in particular older women, their leadership roles and visibility. And we're going to get candid about our older women and sex. Join us Live!
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 66
In a change to our usual broadcast, this Safeguarding Sunday, we share our recent interview with the organisers of the Hugh James Abuse Conference on the Subject of Abuse. We talk about our backgrounds and our work ahead of the conference presentation which you can sign up, free of charge to participate in, this Wednesday 7th March 2023. You can sign up at https://www.hughjames.com/events/abuse-conference-07032023...
Mar 09, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 65
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Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 64
Join us for an last minute discussion as leaked audio has hit the internet. Watch the original video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ4FI2_hJtM
Feb 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 61
What would an all women Bishopric look like? How would the Church be different if a woman was a Stake President? Join Jane, Sara and Ruth as we discuss authority, and imagine they ways in which a ward led by women might be different and the same. www.21stCenturySaints.org
Feb 11, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 3Ep. 61
Tonight we are interviewing the newest member of the 21st Century Saints Team, the brilliantly insightful Ruth Heath. Join us Live!
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 60
Live! Our Update at long last! We're finally here to let you know the things we've been doing in 2022 and it's BIG!!!
Jan 22, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Live! The Church needs Therapy! with David Sheppard This week we're joined by therapist David Sheppard. You can find out more about David's work at davidsheppardcounselling.co.uk
Jan 22, 2023•1 hr 27 min
The Book of Mormon Musical: A Guide for Latter-day Saints! What did an engaged member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and a returned missionary think of The Book of Mormon Musical? We're here to tell you what you need to know!
Jan 22, 2023•1 hr 58 min•Season 2Ep. 57
We're Assembling the Britvengers for the first time here on 21st Century Saints as we discuss YM General President Ahmad S Corbitt's recent talk on Activism Against The Church or ATC as he calls it. We have lots to say about his opinions on how "activism against the Church can blind, mislead ‘valiant’ souls". Join us alongside Mormon Civil War's Peter Bleakley, Priesthood Dispatches, Juian Heath and Nemo The Mormon, LIVE! https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2022/11/1/23424931/brother-ahmad-s-c...
Nov 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Bring your popcorn! www.21stCenturySaints.org
Nov 13, 2022•2 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 55
We're back from our break and we're ready to talk! What does a faithful church member do with the huge amount documentaries and shows that have aired over the summer? Well, the usual go to, is to ignore it. But that's not our style, so let us guide you through in what we hope is a helpful way! See you shortly!
Nov 13, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Join Jane, Alana and Sara Elizabeth as we address The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You can find all the information and links we discuss in this episode at www.21stCenturySaints.org Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/background-checks-for-all-volunteers-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints...
Sep 19, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 52
We are proud to present the long awaited second part of our interview with Ben Hunter! Part One here: https://youtu.be/J-TOekQYNIw Check out our new website at www.21stCenturySaints.org
Sep 19, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Content warning. Themes of child abuse. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11141843/Foster-mother-admits-giving-children-soap-taste-punishment-stop-telling-lies.html?fbclid=IwAR07NbFWwn5bIi1RgHArCYbu-KVolRD3doFhMIpBvumuos5LF5VrB6DHINk https://childabuseinquiry.scot/hearings/transcripts/
Aug 28, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 50
This evening we launch our campaign asking for improved safeguarding withing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Please join us so we can tell you what our activism looks like and how YOU can help! Show notes: Sign our petition here https://www.change.org/p/background-checks-for-all-volunteers-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints Check out our social media pages for template letters.
Aug 26, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Please join us for an inpromptu discussion about the recent response to the from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the Associated Press article on abuse within the Church. https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/church-provides-further-details-about-arizona-abuse-case?fbclid=IwAR1z-IegR9xJ9Vt5eCiskCqCpu7vbcZOtVUuOaFUQdaFcW5xPlKytvS3rzo https://apnews.com/article/Mormon-church-sexual-abuse-investigation-e0e39cf9aa4fbe0d8c1442033b894660
Aug 19, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 48
We're live tonight with 21st Century Saints team member Sara, who has a wealth of experience in Safeguarding and Child Protection. Sara is going to share her thoughts on Safeguarding within the Church of Jesus Chris of Latter-day Saints in the UK and will talk about her work with 21st Century Saints and the Britvengers to make the church a safer place. Notes: Nemo the Mormon's Petition https://www.change.org/p/a-call-to-allow-tithes-to-be-donated-to-charity-in-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latte...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Join Alana and Jane for an impromptu, gritty chat where we discuss what's going on both in our ward and in the wider world of Latter-day Saints! This one's for our leaders!
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Scottish Latter-day Saint stalwart, Drew Hunter recently resigned his membership in the church. His new YouTube video charting his story has been viewed all over the world, while his Facebook post where he shared his decision sparked fascinating reaction. Join us as we talk to Drew about what the reaction has been and take a deeper dive into his faith journey. Drew is a teacher, historian, social commentator, husband, father and grandfather who's warm hearted and thoughtful observations are goin...
Jul 24, 2022•2 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 45
We're back from our break with the legend that is Protect Every Child's founder, and former LDS Bishop, Sam Young. We're going to be talking about his work with Protect Every Child (formerly Protect LDS Children), his background in bringing safeguarding into news headlines around the world, ultimately leading to a change in church policy. What does Sam think about current church safeguarding practices and training? How has he seen the reports of abuse impact Latter-day Saint communities in the B...
Jul 20, 2022•3 hr 1 min