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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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- 1LDS Church abortion message to voters called coercive●Voices: The LDS Church’s abortion message to voters is not peacemaking. It is coercive control at every level.
A commentary in The Salt Lake Tribune argues that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' abortion guidance to voters amounts to coercive control rather than peacemaking, criticizing the church's influence over members' political choices. The piece challenges the institution's framing of its election-season messaging on abortion.
- 2Latter-day Saints worldwide embrace new Sunday schedule▼Latter-day Saints around the world embrace new Sunday schedule
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints around the world are responding positively to a new Sunday worship schedule. The Deseret News reports that congregations have adjusted well to the consolidated format, which shortens the block of Sunday meetings. Members say the change frees time for family home study of church teachings while keeping weekly worship central to their lives.