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Controversial Allegations Against the "Mormon" Church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Exploring the Truth Behind the Headlines | Analysis and Discussion
In this episode of Let's Get Real with Stephen Jones, I sit down with Aaron Miller, an expert in Non-Profit Management and Ethics. He is a Teaching Professor at Brigham Young University and co-author of The Business Ethics Field Guide and The $100 Billion ‘Mormon Church’ Story: A Contextual Analysis.
We sit down and discuss the controversial allegations against the "Mormon" Church and explore the truth behind the headlines as we:
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CHAPTERS
(0:00) Introduction: Ensign Peak & LDS Whistleblower Allegations Overview
(01:02) Who is Aaron Miller? His Research Journey into the LDS Church Finances
(02:34) - The Relevance of Ensign Peak Controversy: Why Does it Matter?
(04:05) - LDS Church's Investment Fund: A Comparison with Other Non-Profit Organizations
(12:12) - Exploring the Alleged Illegal Distributions from the LDS Church
(16:43) - Analyzing the LDS Church's $1 Billion Annual Savings: A Rainy Day Fund or Something More?
(17:54) - Understanding the Concept of an Endowment in the LDS Church
(19:29) - What Sets the LDS Church's Endowment Apart? Unique Aspects Explored
(20:07) - Hypothetical Scenarios: What If Latter-day Saints Cease Paying Tithing?
(23:36) - The Rationale Behind Tithing: Research & Benefits
(28:43) - Debunking Misconceptions: A Closer Look at LDS Tithing Practices
32:58 - Debating the Taxation of Churches: The Rationale Behind Tax Exemptions
(37:29) - The Correlation Between Religious Activity and Charitable Giving: Scientific Insights
(42:34) - Demystifying Non-Profit Tax Law, Security Law, and the Need for Transparency
(47:52)- Unraveling Ensign Peak: A Comprehensive Breakdown
(52:30) - The LDS Church's Wealth: Balancing Accumulation and Charitable Giving
(56:01) - A Call for Transparency: Should the LDS Church Disclose Financial Information?
(1:04:15) - Ethical Considerations: Is Non-Disclosure of Church Finances Unethical?
(1:05:56) - Inside the LDS Church's Financial Culture
(1:09:13) - The Importance of Sacrifice in the LDS Faith
(1:12:19) - Summing Up: The LDS Church, Ensign Peak, and Whistleblower Allegations.
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*LINK TO AARON MILLER'S ARTICLE*
publicsquaremag.org/faith/the-100-billion-mormon-church-story-a-contextual-analysis
Additional Links:
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/aaronmichaelmiller
- How To Help (Podcast) - how-to-help.com/podcast
Controversial Allegations Against the "Mormon" Church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Exploring the Truth Behind the Headlines | Analysis and Discussion
In this episode of Let's Get Real with Stephen Jones, I sit down with Aaron Miller, an expert in Non-Profit Management and Ethics. He is a Teaching Professor at Brigham Young University and co-author of The Business Ethics Field Guide and The $100 Billion ‘Mormon Church’ Story: A Contextual Analysis.
We sit down and discuss the controversial allegations against the "Mormon" Church and explore the truth behind the headlines as we:
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Help us reach more people. Donate to Scripture Central:
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CHAPTERS
(0:00) Introduction: Ensign Peak & LDS Whistleblower Allegations Overview
(01:02) Who is Aaron Miller? His Research Journey into the LDS Church Finances
(02:34) - The Relevance of Ensign Peak Controversy: Why Does it Matter?
(04:05) - LDS Church's Investment Fund: A Comparison with Other Non-Profit Organizations
(12:12) - Exploring the Alleged Illegal Distributions from the LDS Church
(16:43) - Analyzing the LDS Church's $1 Billion Annual Savings: A Rainy Day Fund or Something More?
(17:54) - Understanding the Concept of an Endowment in the LDS Church
(19:29) - What Sets the LDS Church's Endowment Apart? Unique Aspects Explored
(20:07) - Hypothetical Scenarios: What If Latter-day Saints Cease Paying Tithing?
(23:36) - The Rationale Behind Tithing: Research & Benefits
(28:43) - Debunking Misconceptions: A Closer Look at LDS Tithing Practices
32:58 - Debating the Taxation of Churches: The Rationale Behind Tax Exemptions
(37:29) - The Correlation Between Religious Activity and Charitable Giving: Scientific Insights
(42:34) - Demystifying Non-Profit Tax Law, Security Law, and the Need for Transparency
(47:52)- Unraveling Ensign Peak: A Comprehensive Breakdown
(52:30) - The LDS Church's Wealth: Balancing Accumulation and Charitable Giving
(56:01) - A Call for Transparency: Should the LDS Church Disclose Financial Information?
(1:04:15) - Ethical Considerations: Is Non-Disclosure of Church Finances Unethical?
(1:05:56) - Inside the LDS Church's Financial Culture
(1:09:13) - The Importance of Sacrifice in the LDS Faith
(1:12:19) - Summing Up: The LDS Church, Ensign Peak, and Whistleblower Allegations.
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*LINK TO AARON MILLER'S ARTICLE*
publicsquaremag.org/faith/the-100-billion-mormon-church-story-a-contextual-analysis
Additional Links:
- LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/aaronmichaelmiller
- How To Help (Podcast) - how-to-help.com/podcast
