28: The District – A Mormon Expositor Review: Epilogue
Brandt is joined by Ryan, Sara and Amy to discuss all the things they wanted to discuss at a later point, including stats, mission leadership, and exceptionalism.
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Elder Franklin
Loved every minute !!! Great substitution to my scripture study ! Don’t tell my companion, he thinks I am listening to Scriptures on Tape…he cant’t figure out why I am laughing so much …hehe…
Jan 13, 2013 @ 22:25:00Hey, I am currently serving a mission and you all can follow me if you want to
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Trent
Loved Ryan’s insight, I served in Salt Lake South, and a lot of what he said was still very true in 2004-2006, and some better, some worse.
I loved and not quite so loved a lot about my mission, despite leaving the church behind. Another great show.
Jan 14, 2013 @ 23:56:00jennwestfall
This question is directed to those return missionaries who are no longer members of the church….do you ever feel guilty about bringing people into church that you now no longer believe in? Even though I did not serve mission, there was one friend that I tried to introduce to the gospel, who didn’t bite. But I am so glad now that she didn’t. What are your feelings about those people who you baptized on your mission?
Jan 19, 2013 @ 08:56:00A CSDM Alum
Wish I would have known about this podcast series earlier! I served a mission in San Diego when “The District” was filmed.
Mar 06, 2013 @ 21:37:37Law
I wish we would have known earlier too! I would have loved to have you on!
Mar 08, 2013 @ 09:06:01Ryan
Thank you Trent, I had a great time doing the podcast. I am not surprised that much of the same activity is happening now as it once did.
Apr 22, 2013 @ 13:06:28jennwestfall, great question. I don’t think I feel guilty. As I would only feel that way if at the time of my mission I knew I was perpetuating a story that I knew wasn’t true. I did believe then, so at the time acted in good conscience. Of course, looking back as I feel now, it can be a little hard to think of where these men and women are now, that I baptised. I will bet however that only a small percentage remained active, and if they are happy about going, then I guess I am ok with that. I only want for people to be happy.