Salt Lake Tribune columnist Gordon Monson discusses the controversy surrounding Utah Latter-day Saint leaders endorsing a celebration of the Constitution, including ties to a group with far-right affiliations.
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution is fine, but a global church must steer clear of partisan pitfalls.
And another one: Why are these same spiritual leaders encouraging “your stake to sponsor one patriotic event during the month of September that would rekindle a spirit of patriotism by educating our Saints on the inspired principles of the Constitution and/or build a spirit of appreciation for our Founding Fathers who were raised up by the Lord”?
Moreover, one person’s patriotism is another person’s protest. It’s not just the salute of a flag. It can be a call for change. Tribune columnist Gordon Monson touts the importance of keeping church and state separate — as depicted in this 2017 photo of the Salt Lake Temple and the Utah Capitol.
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