Volume 25, No. 4
Winter 1992
The Winter 1992 Issue addresses various historical and social aspects of Mormonism, with a focus on diverse experiences and perspectives. Douglas F. Tobler examines the experiences of Mormons in the German Democratic Republic from 1945 to 1989. Mark Edward Koliko critiques common myths surrounding counseling and psychotherapy within the Latter-day Saint community. Linda Thatcher highlights the economic and emotional struggles faced by early LDS women. Dian Saderup and William Cottam present selected biographies from the Manhattan First Ward, showcasing individual stories within the community. Jessie L. Embry explores the roles of ethnic groups within the LDS Church and emphasizes the importance of an oral history project that captures these voices. Lastly, Chester Lee Hawkins provides a selective bibliography focusing on African Americans and their interactions with Mormonism from 1830 to 1990.
Contents
Articles/Essays
Ethnic Groups and the LDS Church
Jessie L. EmbryDialogue 25.4 (Winter 1992): 81–96
A history of ethnic wards and branches as the church struggled with integration vs. segregation of immigrant communities.
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Selective Bibliography on African-American and Mormons 1830-1990
Chester Lee HawkinsDialogue 25.4 (Winter 1992): 113–131
Bibliography of African Americans role in the church from 1830-1990.
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Fiction
Apple Indian
Michael FillerupShe rarely blew her cool and never ever swore, but—”Dammit! Hell!” The metal stirring spoon rebounded off the sink and took a bite out of the kitchen wall. The real Tracy Sequaptewa? She glared at…
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WardAmerica
David R. TrottierMy humble plan for the financial salvation and exaltation of every soul who has the sense to sign up I have seen a vision. I have become a new man. And boy, am I excited! Not…
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