As more Mormons experience faith transitions and faith awakenings, many find themselves looking for continued growth and expansion without knowing how to pursue that in emotionally safe and intellectually stimulating ways. This session aims to explore approaches to individual and/or spiritual growth outside of an orthodox framework. We invite others to be empowered in their …
Speaker: Anthony D. Miller
The Gifts of a Faith Crisis
As individuals grow and develop, it is common for their spirituality and beliefs to be challenged and subsequently change. This experience, often called a “faith crisis,” can feel disorienting, traumatic, and isolating. This session honors those challenges but also highlights the unexpected gifts a faith crisis can offer. Sara Hughes-Zabawa, Anthony D. Miller, Jana Spangler
Communicating Across Faith and Belief
This session is a discussion group focusing on how to engage with people whose faith/belief is different than your own. It will have ample participation from the attendees, wherever they are on the spectrum of faith and belief, with the panelists mostly there to guide the conversation and share insights. Anthony D. Miller, Nicholas R. …
Happily Ever After: Lessons From Mixed-Faith Marriages
How does your relationship with the church affect your relationship with your spouse? This session presents stories and strategies for making mixed-faith marriages work from people who are in them. Mallory Thalman, Scotty Thalman, Anthony D. Miller, Nicholas R. Stewart
Navigating and Strengthening a Mixed-Faith Marriage
As more Mormons experience faith transitions and faith awakenings many couples find themselves unexpectedly in mixed-faith marriages. This session presents both personal and professional insights into honoring both the challenges and benefits of differing beliefs in a marriage. We will highlight the gifts associated with individualization and fostering mutual respect for each person’s spiritual journey. …