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Russell M. Nelson And The Reinvention Of The Mormon Church’s Public Image
Russell M. Nelson And The Reinvention Of The Mormon Church’s Public Image

(ANALYSIS) Russell M. Nelson, who led The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2018 until his death, was a dynamic reformer despite his age. He streamlined church operations, pushed for gender equity and firmly reaffirmed conservative doctrines. His most far-reaching change was rejecting the term “Mormon,” calling it a win for Satan and urging use of the church’s full name.

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Analysis, Christianity, News, MormonKonden Smith HansenKonden Smith Hansen, Mormons, Mormonism, analysis, Russell M. Nelson, news, LDS, Latter-day Saints, Christianity, Secondary featureComment
As Russell M. Nelson Turns 100, A Look Back At One Of The Words That Define His Legacy
As Russell M. Nelson Turns 100, A Look Back At One Of The Words That Define His Legacy

(ANALYSIS) On Monday, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a broadcast to celebrate the “life and teachings” of Russell M. Nelson, its president and prophet. One of his initiatives made an impact that rippled far beyond the church. In 2018, he surprised observers by declaring the use of the word “Mormon” a “major victory for Satan.”

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Analysis, Christianity, North America, MormonKonden Smith HansenThe Conversation, Konden Smith Hansen, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mormons, Book of Mormon, Russell Nelson, LDS, news, analysisComment