‘Mormon Land’: Looking back and forward as one-of-a-kind Genesis Group for Black members celebrates its golden anniversary
Darius Gray, one of the original leaders, reflects on how the congregation helps Black Latter-day Saints navigate a mostly white church.
(Courtesy of Darius Gray) Darius Gray, a counselor in the presidency of the Genesis Group for Black Mormons, speaks in the 1970s.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.