Dialogue Gospel Study

Need an extra dose of powerful women sermonizing after Mother's Day talks? Maxine Hanks continues in this Afterchat to look at how women have accessed the power of God through both a scriptural and historical… The post After Mother's Day Afterchat on Women's Power with Maxine Hanks, Jana Spangler and Jody Hansen appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this special live-recorded episode of Dialogue Out Loud, we present highlights from the Dialogue Foundation's April 26, 2025, event in Salt Lake City: All Are Alike Unto God: Insights from the 1978 Revelation. This… The post All Are Alike Unto God: Insights from the 1978 Revelation appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Matthew Bowman studies the scripture and community building found within D&C 42 in this new Dialogue Gospel Study. Matthew Bowman is Howard W Hunter Chair of Mormon Studies at Claremont Graduate University. The post Community, Healing and Beauty: Gospel Study with Matthew Bowman appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Melissa Dalton-Bradford gives a beautiful sermon on Easter that complicates narratives but encourages growth and community building. Melissa Dalton-Bradford is a founding member of the non-profit Mormon Women for Ethical Government, (MWEG), a founding member… The post Easter, Atonement, and the Healing of All Divisions: Dialogue Gospel Study with Melissa Dalton-Bradford appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Maxine Hanks looks how women have of accessed the power of God through both a scriptural and historical lens in this Dialogue Gospel Study.  In Oct. 2019, LDS Church President Nelson urged women to study… The post Women as Revelators: Dialogue Gospel Study with Maxine Hanks appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

James Faulconer looks at the intersections of revelation, scripture, and music in the context of D&C 25 for this Dialogue Gospel Study 2025. James Faulconer was raised as an Army dependent in the US, Europe,… The post Revelation, Scripture and Music: Dialogue Gospel Study with James Faulconer appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Follow along with James Jones as he discusses how we can be true Christians in loving our neighbors in this lesson of our Doctrine and Covenants Dialogue Gospel Study. JAMES C. JONES holds a masters… The post Loving our Neighbor: Gospel Study with James Jones appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Join Dr. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich in her masterful exploration of “Revelations (and Revolutions) in Context: How to read the Doctrine & Covenants” for the start of Dialogue Gospel Study 2025. Laurel Ulrich is a retired… The post Revelations (and Revolutions) in Context: Gospel Study with Laurel Thatcher Ulrich appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Join Dialogue editor Taylor Petrey and a dynamic panel of scholars and advocates as they explore the 2024 A24 film Heretic, a chilling and thought-provoking entry into the world of Mormon-themed horror. This special Dialogue… The post Reading Mormon Horror: A Dialogue Film Review of Heretic appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

This holiday season, we at Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Foundation, and Dialogue Gospel Study send our warmest wishes for joy, hope, and peace. In a beautiful reflection, Darren Parry, former Chairman of the Northwestern Band… The post A Christmas Message from Dialogue appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Darren Parry summarizes how the Book of Mormon continuously testifies of Jesus Christ in the latest Book of Mormon Gospel Study. Darren Parry is the former Chairman of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation.… The post Finding Christ throughout the Book of Mormon: Gospel Study with Darren Parry appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

This week, Dialogue Journal Podcast is highlighting an impactful episode from Latter Day Struggles: A Faith Expansion Podcast with Valerie Hamaker and Nathan Hamaker, part of the Dialogue Podcast Network. In Part 4 of their… The post DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles – A Story of LDS Faith Expansion & Marital Resilience (Part 4) appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Originally streamed on December 10, 2023, this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study features Daniel O. McClellan as he uses data to unravel understandings in Revelation. Dan McClellan, known for his tagline “Data over dogma,” has built a… The post (Rebroadcast) Unraveling Revelations with Data: Dialogue Gospel Study with Daniel O. McClellan appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Amy Watkins Jensen looks at the story of the brother of Jared anew, in this latest Gospel Study lesson Amy Watkins Jensen is a teacher and writer with a BA in Spanish Teaching and an… The post Believing in Miracles: Gospel Study with Amy Watkins Jensen appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

This week, we're featuring a powerful episode from Family Proclamations, part of the Dialogue Podcast Network! Laurie Lee Hall seemed to have it all: a thriving career as the chief architect for the Church of Jesus… The post DPN Featured Episode: Family Proclamations – Trans in the Latter Days (with Laurie Lee Hall) appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of *Dialogue Out Loud*, join host and editor Taylor Petrey as he provides an overview of the Fall 2024 issue of *Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought*. This episode features conversations with… The post Fall 2024 Issue Overview appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this powerful episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Rebecca de Schweinitz explores Mormon 1-6, delving into themes of resilience, disappointment, and faith amidst turmoil. Recorded shortly after the 2024 presidential election, Rebecca and participants address… The post The End Of The World As We Know It: Gospel Study with Rebecca De Schweinitz appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

As Election Day approaches in the United States, Dialogue Gospel Study brings you a timely conversation between Jennifer Walker Thomas, co-executive director of Mormon Women for Ethical Government, and Patrick Mason, the Leonard J. Arrington… The post Politics and the Book of Mormon with Jen Thomas and Patrick Mason – appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

As Election Day approaches in the United States, Dialogue Gospel Study brings you a timely conversation between Jennifer Walker Thomas, co-executive director of Mormon Women for Ethical Government, and Patrick Mason, the Leonard J. Arrington… The post Politics and the Book of Mormon with Jen Thomas and Patrick Mason appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Fara Anderson Sneddon takes on a journey through music and sermon on grief, connection and healing it this recent Gospel Study lesson. Fara Anderson Sneddon is a teacher, writer, and independent scholar. She received her… The post Grief, Connection, Healing: Gospel Study with Fara Anderson Sneddon appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this deeply personal episode of Family Proclamations, author Abi Maxwell shares the transformative journey of understanding her daughter's identity in a conservative New Hampshire town. Abi's daughter, who was “known” to her family and… The post DPN Featured Episode: Family Proclamations – Pink Shoes (with Abi Maxwell) appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

David Howlett shares reflections on scripture, Jesus Christ, and testimony on this recent Gospel Study lesson. David Howlett is visiting assistant professor of religion at Smith College where he has taught since 2019. The immediate… The post Reflections on Christ: Gospel Study with David Howlett appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

How does trauma impact memory? What are some things we can do to encourage remembering the things that are most important to us? How can we use memory triggers to cultivate joy in a body… The post Cultivating Joy Amid Trauma: Gospel Study with Katie Rich appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In the concluding episode of this groundbreaking series, Valerie and Fiona Givens uncover some beautiful and unique contributions within LDS theology that reveal a God of infinite love and compassion. They highlight obscure but profound… The post DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles: The Evolution of Latter-day Atonement Perspectives with Fiona Givens – Part 4 appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Michael Austin looks at the problematic lessons of tribalism in the Book of Mormon to help us discussion divisions today. Michael Austin, who serves on the Dialogue Board of Directors, is Executive Vice President for… The post Avoiding Tribalism and Choosing Love: Gospel Study with Michael Austin appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In the third episode of the series, Valerie and Fiona Givens dive deep into the implications of atonement theology on the human soul and the criminal justice system. They emphasize the need for a healing-focused… The post DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles: Trauma-informed Atonement Theology with Fiona Givens Part 3 appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In the second episode of the series, Valerie and Fiona Givens continue their exploration of atonement theology by delving into its historical and theological underpinnings. Fiona provides a rich context, explaining the shift from early… The post DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles: The Evolution of Atonement Theology with Fiona Givens Part 2 appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Carolyn Homer takes us through the dichotomies of Alma's lectures to his sons for this fascinating Gospel Study. Carolyn Homer is a member of the Mount Vernon Stake in the Washington DC Area, where she… The post Finding Mercy in Alma's Lectures: Gospel Study with Carolyn Homer appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In the first episode of this enlightening four-part series on Latter Day Struggles, host Valerie Hamaker welcomes back esteemed LDS theologian Fiona Givens. Together, they delve into the development of various atonement theologies and their… The post DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles: Exploring Eastern and Western Atonement appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of the Dialogue Out Loud podcast, host Taylor Petrey interviews Nicholas Shrum about his thought-provoking essay, “Materializing Faith and Politics: The Unseen Power of the NCCS Pocket Constitution in American Religion,” featured… The post Faith and Politics: A Conversation with Nicholas B. Shrum appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this special episode of the Dialogue Journal Podcast, we shine a spotlight on Family Proclamations, a thought-provoking show in the Dialogue Podcast Network hosted by award-winning journalist Blair Hodges. Family Proclamations explores the history… The post DPN Featured Episode: Family Proclamations: Out of the Hasidic Closet (with Sara Glass) appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Join us for our special 2-fer episode with Candice and Dennis Wendt for our only Gospel Study this July. Candice Wendt works at McGill University's Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, where she works to… The post Creating safe, sacred spaces through the lessons of Alma: Gospel Study with Candice and Dennis Wendt appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Jenny Webb takes on a journey through the first part of the book of Alma in this Gospel Study. Jenny Webb works as the global head of project management for Ravensburger Games. Jenny spent 15… The post Getting to know ourselves through the lens of scripture: Gospel Study with Jenny Webb appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Diana Hardy describes how she seeks prayerful guidance in discussing tangled up topics in this Gospel Study focused on the end of Mosiah and first part of Alma.  Diana Bate Hardy is an attorney and… The post Seeking Inspiration Among Political Divides: Gospel Study with Diana Hardy appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Come join Lori on an exploration of Mosiah for our only May Gospel Study! Lori Thompson Forsyth has had a long and somewhat random history with the publishing industry. She was a typesetter at the Harvard Crimson… The post Deep diving into Mosiah: Gospel Study with Lori Thompson Forsyth appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Amy Keel Brown takes us into nature through the scripture of Enos.Amy Keel Brown (she/her/hers) is a Chickasaw woman raised in central Oklahoma. As primary caregiver, she centers… The post Going in the forest with Enos: Gospel Study with Amy Keel Brown appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Charlotte Hansen Terry takes a deep dive into the sermons of Jacob. Charlotte Hansen Terry is a Ph.D. candidate in U.S. History at the University of California, Davis. Her dissertation… The post Breaking Cycles with Jacob: Gospel Study with Charlotte Hansen Terry appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

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The Stations of the Cross is a series of images representing the final moments of Jesus' passion and have been used by centuries to aid Christian devotion and contemplation. In this online event produced in… The post Stations of the Cross, An Easter Meditation: Gospel Study with Zachary Davis appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

As a Women's History Month bonus for our Dialogue listeners, find more beautiful and important insights from Maxine Hanks, Jana Spangler and Jody England Hansen on 2 Nephi. The post Women's History Month Special Afterchat with Maxine Hanks, Jana Spangler and Jody Hansen appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Maxine Hanks takes on an academic journey through this week's Book of Mormon study. Maxine Hanks is a theologian and historian who lectures and writes on gender in… The post Hopeful Studying of the Book of Mormon: Gospel Study with Maxine Hanks appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this thought-provoking episode, titled “Word of God”?: Interpreting Scripture My Way, and That's Okay, host Christian Kimball delves into the intricacies of interpreting sacred texts, with a focus on the Book of Mormon. Joined… The post “Word of God”?: Interpreting Scripture My Way, and That's Okay appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Kristen Blair invites us to discover how agency, accountability and salvation intertwine in the descriptions of Lehi's dream. Kristen Blair is a doctoral student at the University of… The post Agency, Accountability and Salvation: Gospel Study with Kristen Blair appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Grant Hardy introduces some academic understanding of the Book of Mormon. Grant Hardy is a professor of history and religious studies at the University of North Carolina at… The post Introducing the Book of Mormon: Dialogue Gospel Study with Grant Hardy appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

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In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Daniel O. McClellan uses data to unwravel understandings in Revelations. Dan McClellan has been gathering a following on TikTok since the spring of 2021. McClellan started his TikTok channel… The post Unraveling Revelations with Data: Dialogue Gospel Study with Daniel O. McClellan appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

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In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Susan Elizabeth Howe considers the encouragements found within Hebrews. After receiving her undergraduate degree in Spanish and French from Brigham Young University, poet, playwright, and editor Susan Elizabeth… The post Encouragements Within the Gospel of Hebrews: Dialogue Gospel Study w/ Susan Elizabeth Howe appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

In this episode of Dialogue Gospel Study, Erika Munson explores the challenges faced when we don't always see eye to eye with those in our congregation. She sits down with Chris Kimball, Linda Kimball and… The post Building Relationships With Our Leaders and Fellow Saints: Dialogue Gospel Study w/Erika Munson appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

View the 95th Episode of the Dialogue Gospel Study featuring Cynthia W. Connell. Cynthia W. Connell is a nonfiction author, poet and essayist. From her father she is a descendant of the Saponi Indians of… The post Finding Scriptural Poetry in Paul: Dialogue New Testament Gospel Study with Cynthia W. Connell appeared first on Dialogue Journal.