‘Mormon Land’: How the Community of Christ differs from its larger sister LDS sect
The former RLDS Church appeals to some Latter-day Saints with its progressive views and contrasting approaches to the Book of Mormon, priesthood, polygamy and more.
(Orlin Wagner | AP) The Church of Christ, left, Temple Lot and the Community of Christ's temple and world headquarters, right, in Independence, Mo., are shown in 2001.
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.