Beyond The Spacious Building

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Welcome to Beyond the Spacious Building, a space for truth-seeking through exploration and reflection. This blog invites you to look beyond the ordinary and question your perceptions while searching for meaning. Each post aims to reveal deeper aspects of our experiences and shows how curiosity and self-reflection can lead to personal insights. Join me in discovering ideas that promote growth, authenticity, and a deeper connection with the world around us.

  • Finding Connection at Thrive: The Shared Experience of Faith Transition

    This weekend, I am attending Thrive, a conference for those who have left the Mormon Church and are seeking support, community, and healing. Last night was the opening mix-and-mingle event, and I walked into the room not knowing a single soul. As I sat down at the first table and started listening to the stories…

  • The Pursuit of Truth: A Personal and Legal Journey

    The pursuit of truth has been at the core of my personal journey for years. It has guided me through some of the most challenging and transformative moments of my life, from deconstructing long-held beliefs to redefining my sense of identity and integrity. When I embarked on this path of truth-seeking, I had no idea…

  • The Book of Abraham: A Translation That Wasn’t

    There was a time when I believed the Book of Abraham was exactly what Joseph Smith said it was—a translation from ancient Egyptian papyri, containing the actual words of Abraham himself. It was scripture, held up alongside the Bible and the Book of Mormon, canonized as part of the Pearl of Great Price. I trusted…

  • When My Voice Mattered—And When It Didn’t

    For years, my voice was valued. Cherished, even. As a gospel doctrine teacher, people came to my class eager to learn, often sharing how much they appreciated my insights and the way I made the scriptures come alive. As a Relief Society President, I was commended for my ability to speak truth in a way…

  • Prayer without Action

    In moments of deep heartache and uncertainty, we often find ourselves at a crossroads, searching for answers and seeking support. It’s during these times that words of comfort, like “I’m praying for you,” are often extended. While the sentiment may be well-intentioned, I’ve come to wrestle with what those words truly mean and whether they…

  • A Crowning Moment of Humor at the Dentist

    What was supposed to be a quick visit to the dentist turned into a funny moment I didn’t see coming—right in the middle of a place that’s usually not so fun! I was there to get my permanent crown placed. A week ago, they’d put in a temporary crown, and today was the big day…

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