Under the policy, the children will now have to wait until they are 18 and out of the home until they can seek formal admission to the church.

Source: Mormon Church Bars Same-Sex Couples and Their Children - The New York Times

This year’s conference focused on women in leadership, peace, and climate change. Imam Malik Mujahid elaborates on the issues the Parliament considered and the importance of supporting religious leaders “who believe in the humanity of the other.” More →

Source: Parliament of the World's Religions | October 23, 2015 | Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly | PBS

Black Mormons discussed the challenges of belonging to a predominantly white religion during a university conference on Friday.

Source: Black Mormons Assess Church’s Racial Progress - The New York Times

When Boy Scouts of America dropped its ban on gay adults serving as volunteers, the decision was met with resistance in Utah — led by the Mormon church. But one troop adapted to the change.

Source: In Salt Lake City, A Boy Scout Troop That Welcomes Gay Parents : NPR

The church ended speculation that it would sever ties with the Boy Scouts of America because of the Scouts’ decision to let openly gay adults serve as leaders.

Source: Mormon Church Will Keep Ties With Boy Scouts Despite Objecting to Gay Leaders - The New York Times

SALT LAKE CITY – Installing three women to high-level leadership councils could have far-reaching consequences in a denomination led exclusively by men.

Source: Mormon women salute historic step, envision even greater strides toward equity - Religion News Service

After the church posted an essay about the founder’s polygamy last year, Leslie O. Peterson spent three months painting portraits of his 34 wives.

Source: Mormon Leader Joseph Smith’s 34 Wives Inspire Utah Artist