No Prison? No Registry? LDS Child Abuse Case Sparks Outrage

Mormon Discussions Podcasts – Full Lineup · Jun 30, 2026 · 1h 38m

Another week, another roundup of stories from the world of Mormonism. This week we begin with another disturbing case involving child sexual abuse. An LDS bishopric counselor accused of abusing multiple boys has accepted a plea deal that could allow him to avoid prison and sex offender registration. We’ll break down the allegations, the plea agreement, and why so many are questioning the outcome.

We’ll also cover a Young Women’s activity that many are calling an example of normalizing grooming behavior, another Utah dentist accused of using trust and religious influence to…