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21st Century Saints

A podcast and livestream series for members, those affiliated with or adjacent to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United Kingdom and around the world. Come find us on Facebook, on YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts! You can make a donation to help support our work at https://donorbox.org/21st-century-saints-fundraiser Views are our own.
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Episodes

Safeguarding Sunday Mini-sode! May Update

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, 202322 min

Live! Pox 2.0

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, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 77

Live: From Baptism To Burlesque - AMA with Jane!

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, 20232 hr 19 minSeason 3Ep. 76

075 Live! With David Ostler & Guest Host Deborah Squires-Coleman

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, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 3Ep. 75

Live: How to Use Your Vote! With Nemo the Mormon

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, 20231 hr 42 min

Encore: 21st Century Saints Conference Presentation

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, 202321 min

Live: The Church in Exile Year 2 with Peter & Lynn Bleakley

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, 20232 hr 15 minSeason 72Ep. 3

071: Safeguarding Survey LIVE LAUNCH

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, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 71

070 Live! The British Rescue Continues: Women's Broadcast

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, 20232 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 70

Live! International Womens Day: Age, Leadership & Sex

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, 20231 hr 30 minSeason 3Ep. 66

HJ Conference Preview: 21st Century Saints Q&A

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, 202320 minSeason 3Ep. 65

064: Live! Warriors!

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Mar 09, 20231 hr 39 minSeason 3Ep. 64

061: Live! If Your Bishop Was A Woman

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, 20231 hr 36 minSeason 3Ep. 61

060 Live! Introducing Laura Heath

Tonight we are interviewing the newest member of the 21st Century Saints Team, the brilliantly insightful Ruth Heath. Join us Live!

Feb 08, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 3Ep. 60

059: Live! Our Update at long last!

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, 20231 hr 1 min

057: The Book of Mormon Musical: A Guide for Latter-day Saints!

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, 20231 hr 58 minSeason 2Ep. 57

056 LIVE! Britvengers Assemble: Ahmad Corbitt & The Evils of Activism!

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, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 56

054 Live! How to Process Mormon Documentaries (A guide - for Latter-day Saints.)

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, 20221 hr 45 minSeason 2Ep. 54

052: An Open Letter To The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 52

051 Live! With Ben Hunter - Part 2

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, 20222 hr 41 minSeason 2Ep. 51

050 Live: The Scottish Child Abuse Enquiry

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, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 50

049: Live! 21st Century Saints Safeguarding Campaign Launch!

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, 20221 hr 38 minSeason 2Ep. 49

048: Live! Our Response To The Church's Response

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, 20221 hr 21 minSeason 2Ep. 48

047: Live! Safeguarding in the UK with Sara Elizabeth

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, 20221 hr 45 minSeason 2Ep. 47

046: Live! A Love Letter To My Bishop

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, 20221 hr 33 minSeason 2Ep. 46

045: Live! With Drew Hunter

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, 20222 hr 38 minSeason 2Ep. 45

044: Live! With Sam Young

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, 20223 hr 1 min
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