Ten years ago, SUNSTONEpublished a compilation of LDS organkations and periodicals; needless to say, much has changed since then. While the interveningyean have seenfascinating and explosive expansion in Church-related humanitarian organizations, Latter-day Saint computer networks, and other areas, audience-specific publications and organizations in the gay and lesbian Mormon community have experienced the greatest growth.

A GUIDETO THE MORMONUNIVERSE: MORMON ORGANIZATIONS & PERIODICALS

Compiled by Bryan Waterrnan

N THE JUNE 1985 SUNSTONE, CECELIA WARNER and lesbian Mormon community While the 1985 list includes compiled a list of LDS organizations and periodicals under only the forerunner group, Affirmation, and a parents' support I the title "A Guide to the Mormon Network." Since that group, HELP, this list contains fifteen organizations or publica- time, SUNSTONEhas announced new forums in its Sunstone tions directed at the gay community (not counting Legacy's Calendar section. In April 1993, I began the comprehensive sporadically incarnated Gay RMS and Gay Y Alumni). These revision that appears here. range from Evergreen International, which aims to change The year-long process of updating old entries, creating new same-sex orientation, to Reconciliation, the goal of which is to ones, and eliminating those organizations and publications increase spirituality in the lives of gay Saints. Support groups now defunct has proved to be a fascinating endeavor. One also exist designed specifically for friends and families of ho- point of particular interest has been noting trends in the types mosexual . of organizations developed in the last nine years. One area ex- As might be expected, other groups' increases in numbers periencing much growth since 1985 is Church-related human- reflect the larger society's growing awareness of multicultural itarian organizations. From the Church-wide fasts for Ethiopia and pluralistic issues. In 1985, only the Exponent 11 specifically in 1985 to the present, a number of groups with LDS interests targeted a female LDS audience. Today the Mormon Women's have come into existence, and in 1992 many of them began to Forum has chapters across the United States and Canada, the meet under the umbrella of the International Action Group. members of which receive a feminist quarterly More main- Another development in Mormon networking since 1985 re- stream women are the intended audience for Latter-day lates to the expansion of the information highway Beginning Women, a new, Reader's Digest-like publication. UpLgt, a small with "the original" LDS-Net and the popular MORMON-L, which newsletter, attempts to address the massive issues involving formerly operated from BYU, electronically predisposed Latter- LDS people of color. Aside from domestic U.S. innovations, in- day Saints could cany on conversations with friends and col- dependent LDS periodicals have recently begun in Europe and leagues on campus or across the continent. Other electronic Japan, providing international members with alternative fo- discussion groups have followed in droves, carving for rums for reflecting on 's place in their lives. Mormonism a comfortable niche on the Internet. While I have Aside from changes in types and numbers of entries, this listed in the section at the end of this guide as many open-access catalogue differs from Warner's in three major ways. First, I electronic groups as possible, another set of "invitation onlyn have separated the list of periodicals from the organizations, mailing lists exists as well. Still, listed or unlisted, electronic dis- necessarily making the entire list much longer. This has been cussion seems to be the future wave of Mormon communica- done mainly to allow easier access to information on groups or tion (see Sheldon Greaves, "Cybersaints: Mormon Settlements periodicals about which searchers know little more than a par- on the Electronic Frontier," SUNSTONE,Sept. 1994). ticular name. Second, I have included subscription and/or The area experiencing the greatest increase in numbers of membership fee information where it has been available. audience-specific publications and organizations is the gay Third, I have chosen to include information on RLDS and other non- Mormon organizations and publications, at least those for which information was readily available. Of course, BRYAN WATERMAN, a Ph.D. student in American studies at information in this area is not exhaustive-such a list would Boston University, is an associate editor of SUNSTONE. require a separate catalog-but I have sought to include major

PAGE 44 DECEMBER 1994 contributions to the Mormon network. I have also provided Talmage Society at BYU, for example), and others have passed information on the leading anti-Mormon groups, since such away (Association of Latter-day Media Artists [ALMA]); some groups are-whether or not they want to be-part of the have sprung and withered during the interim (LDS Mormon and Mormon-watching communities. Entertainment magazine). It is possible that some groups or In as many places as possible, I have quoted descriptions publications listed here may dissolve between the time this ar- directly from informational material provided by the organiza- ticle goes to press and when it reaches readers. A list of this na- tions. In all other cases, I alone stand responsible for what in- ture is, after all, constantly in flux. Information readers might formational errors may exist. In the year I have been compiling have on new or changing organizations is needed in order to and revising this list, groups have sprung into existence (the keep this project up to date. SUNSTONE will continue to pub- Orson Hyde Gesellschaft in Germany and the James E. lish updates in the Sunstone Calendar news section.

+ IGANIZATIONS, PERIODICALS, & NETWORKS IND - For titles1 oelow m italics see the periodical section on page 56, for those in SMALL CAPITAL LETERS see electronic nerworKs on page or. ACTMST. By Common Consent, Mormon Alliance. Mormon Peace HUMANITARIAN. Academy of LDS Dentists, Alliance, BeehiIve Foundation. Gathering. Center for Humanitarian Outreach and Intercultural Exc,hange (CHOICE), Deseret International Foundation, Enterprist AFRICAN-AMERICANS. Latter-day Saints for Cultural Awareness, Uplift. "..-:Mentors, Helping Hands, Intemational Action Group, News and Vie Wb. ANTI-MORMON AND FORMER MORMON. Evangel, Gospel Truth Ouellessebougou-Utah Alliance, Outreach International, Thrasher Ministries, Heart and Mind, Mormonism Researched. Saints Alive in Jes Research Fund. Veterans Association for Service Activities Abroad. Messenger. Transition Support Group, Utah Lighthouse Ministry, Utah Missions. INTERNATIONAL. Australian Association, Y" (Reflections). Canadian Mormon Studies Association (and ~ewsletter), ARTS AND LITERATURE. Association for Mormon Letters (and Newsletter), Danska Mormon Historie, International Magc m Forum. Center for the Study of Christian Values in Literature, Dialogue: AJournal Mormon Pacific Historical Society, NIFIYSER' NO NAME] of Monnon Thought, Inscape, Insight. Kula Manu. Latter-day Foundation (Europe), Onon Hyde Gesellschaft. for the Arts, Leading Edge, Literature and Belief. Staff Notes. Sunstone, Wasatch Review International, Zarahemla. MISSIONARI WORK. ALMA-L. OF MORMON. Insights. Foundation for Ancient Research and NATIVE AMERICANS. Eagle's Eye. Mormon Studies, Foundation for Research in Ancient America,]ourn NEWS (see also computer networks). Beehive Newspaper (NV and MI. Studies. Review of Book on the Book of Mormon, SAMU-,, LDS , San Diego Seagull, Standard Evaminer Church News, Society for Early Historic Archaec 2 Record, Study and Faith, Sunritone. Zarahemla Research Foundation. OFFICIAL CHURCH PIJBLICATIO? US. Ensign. F:denti, Intern . B'YU Managernent Society, Brigham Young Magazine, WS Chun:h News. NoY Era. * ,____..._. L. PL.,:~. F -.,-... .- mugcumr:, Brigham Youna Universirv >ruule>.LUU~AK-NK A, Counar Swv- - POLITICS. 1Mormon Pea Ice Gathering, MUKUNI...---... National Ce nter for Daily Unl iverse, Evcha nge, Inside C t. Student Review. Constituitional Studi~es. (IOMPUTER . ALMA-L, A1 dERlCA ONLIINE, COMPU!SERVE, COUC3R-NET, INAL ASSO(SIATIONS. I 4cademy of LDS Dentist n Cumorah eloumal, EY RING-L, GAY MORMON L1 ST, GENIE, JIDSEPH. . , 1 ..a- tor Mormon Counselors ana. ,.rsychotherapisrs tana nMmr NOVS and L.A.M.P.S., IDS-NET, LDSSNET, MORMON, MORMON NETNEWS GROUP, journal), Association for Mormon Letters, B'I 'U Managerrlent Society, MORMOhI-L. MORMONET, MORMONISM AND SCIENCE, MORONI, Collegium Aesculapium. Exchange, James E. Talmage Soc ciety, J. Reulben NIFTYSER LVE(Japan), [NONAME], PRODIGY, Q.-SAINTS. SAINTS-BEST, SA Clark Law Society, Society for the Sociological Study of 1dormon Life L, WORLl) WIDE WEB. ZION. (and Newsletter). FAMILY. Family Perspective. PUBLISHERS. Aspen , , BYU Studies, Charles Redd Center, (2ENERAL M IORMON IP JTEREST (sx also com~luter networ ks). B. H. Collier's Publishing, Covenant Communications, Daughters of the Utah -- .. Roberts sFociety, Brigham Young University Stualies. Dialogut:: AJournal q Pioneers. Deseret Book, Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Id..-...... ^ hT".^r 7%. tvLUr,,,v,, Thought, Ensign. Latter-day Digest, lavcLvuLr>, is People.- Studies, Gold Leaf Press, Grandin Books, Hatrack River Publications, Sunstone: Foundation. Sunstone, Herald F'ublishing House, Horizon Publishelrs, LDS Boo1csellers I-1ISTORY. Australian Mormon Studi~es Associatic)n. Beehive History, Brighan Associat ion, Mormon Miscellaneous, Nation al Center fo~r Constitutia ~nal Young Un iversity Studies, Canadia~n Mormon SNtudies Association. Charle Studies, Pioneer Press, Publishment, Religio~us Studies Center, Signalare - 1 .. Books, simith Research Associates, Sunstone Foundation , University of Redd C~Inter for Western Studies, uansKa Mormon Historie, Daughters -...... of Utah Pioneers, Dialogue: Alournal of Mormon Thought, Early Mom Illinois Press, University of Utah Press, Utah Lighthouse Ministry, Utah Research Institute, Iowa Mormon Trails Association (and Newsletter). State University Press. John Whitmer Historical Association (andJoumal), Joseph Fielding REORGANIZED LATTER DAY SAINTS. GAYLA,jonn wnltmer nlstonca~ Smith Institute for Church History, Legacy, Mormon Heritage Magazir Association (andJoumal), Restoration Voice. Saints Herald. Mormon History Association (and Joumal and Newsletter), Mormon SCIENCE AND MATH. lmes E. Taln]age Society, Pacific Historical Society, Mountain Meadows Association, Mormon MORMOlWSM AND SC Pioneer National Historic Trail Newsletter, Nauvoo]oumal, Onon Hyde Gesellxhaft, Pioneer, Restoration Research, Rrstoratia, Restoration 'Ii rail SINGLE AD ULTS. Dayb t Singles, La tter-day Ide; -rounaatl ' 'on, Restoration Trail Forum, Sons of the Utah Pioneers. Sunstone. ~lnglcn--l- ~ctints,P. Touchsiuur. Utah Hisr :oricaf Quarterly, Utah State Historical Society (and Newsletter). SPORTS. COUGAR-NET, Cougar Sports. Inside Cor igar Report. Wasatch Westerners, WORLD-WIDE WEB. WOMEN. Daughters of Utah Pionet !Y worn, hu~uscnclAL.Affirmation, Aflnity, Evergreen International. Family Legacy, Mormon Women's Forum \anu bGurrrrrv). vvliE. Voices. Fellowship, Gamo-Newsletter. Gamofites. GAYLA, Women's Research Institute. GAY MORMON LIST, Homosexual Education for Latter-day Parents, Legacy Foundation, A New Direction, Q-SAINTS, Reconciliation. Reunion. neocentric.

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r ORGANIZATIONS -

bership of 1200, AMCAP meets twice annu- ACADEMY OF LDS DENTISTS ally (April and October), and publishes a 109 HCEB semiannual newsletter and a journal con- THE B. H. ROBERTS SOCIETY BRIGHAM YOUNG UNlVEFSl2Y taining articles on psychotherapy with an do BRIAN KAGEL PROVO, UT 84602 LDS emphasis. 3494 WEST CROWN 801 13 78-4851 SALT JAKE CITk: UT 841 18 Founded in 1977 as the Bw Academy of -~- 801/966-8856 Dentists, this independent organizatio; ex- AML Since 1980, the B. H. Roberts Society has ists to instruct and support LDS dentists ASSOCIATION FOR MORMON LE27ERS provided a forum for the discussion of cur- within a Mormon framework. Members have do]OHN BENNION rent Mormon issues. Governed by a rotating also volunteered service in Africa, China, 916SOUTH 1375EAST board of directors, the organization sponsors Israel, Mexico, South America, the Republic SPRlNGVlLLE, UT 84663 public lectures and panel discussions in Salt of Georgia (formerly in the Soviet Union), 801 1489-8841 Lake City on a basis. Thailand, the West Indies, and the United With 250 members, AML is now a well-estab- States. The organization's 250 members meet lished group, organized to "promote creation annually and study of literature within a Mormon cul- +"*)V * tural framework." The association sponsors an annual symposium, readings, and recog- AFFIRMATION: nizes the achievements of LDS authors. GAY AND LESBIAN MORMONS Members receive a quarterly newsletter and BEEHIVE FOUNDATION$A3 PO. BOX 46022 symposium proceedings. 101 1 WEST MERMOD LOS ANGELES, CA 90046 CARLSBAD, NM 88220 213/255-7251 505/885-21 78 "Affirmation is a non-profit educational fel- ASPEN BOOKS lowship group serving gay and lesbian Latter- 621 1 SOUTH 380 WEST FAX: 505/887-2671 day Saints, their families and friends since MURRAY, UT84107 Beginning with a 1983 trip to Mexico to de- 1977. It is a place for open, honest dialogue, 801/268-1199 liver surplus clothing, the Beehive friendship and support. All are welcome, re- FAX: 8011'268-0992 Foundation has grown to include well over gardless of gender, orientation, or religious Aspen Books considers itself a literary 500 volunteers who supply more than three affiliation." Affirmation chapters meet as Mormon alternative press. Founded in 1990, million pounds of clothes to Mexico and often as twice monthly in many metropolitan Aspen aims to transcend the "fluff," or low Central America each year. The Foundation U.S. areas. The organization holds an annual quality literature, that has been released by has also planted a half million gardens and conference, usually in October, and pub- traditional LDS publishers. Recent titles in- supported orphanages and children's hospi- lishes a monthly newsletter, Afinity. clude The ms Speakerk Source Book andJohn tals. Although the Foundation is not officially Membership is around 400. (See subgroup Lave Butler: Biography of a Mormon. connected to the LDs church, its organization Gamofites.) Affirmation members also op- was prompted by "principles of Christian erate the computer network Q-SAINTS. charity" and its guiding principle is the LDS AUSTRALIAN MORMON STUDIES emphasis on self-reliance. The Foundation ASSOCIATION seeks volunteers-"people who want to give c/o MARJORIE NEWTON their time, their money, their efforts or all 18 HANDLE STREET three in order to help wipe out poverty and BASS HILL, NSW 2197 sickness around the world." AMCAP AUSTRALIA ASSOClATlON OF MORMON COUNSELORS PHONE: 61 -2-727-9679 AND PSYCHOTHERAPlSTS Founded in 1989, AMSA meets monthly to 2500 EAST 1700 SOUTH discuss "general LD~topics . . . in the SALT LAKE CWUT 841 1 7 Australian context. with the how of encour- 8011583-6227 aging more research and scho~rshlpon as- BOOKCRAFT Since 1975, AMWhas sought to "promote pects of the Church in Australia." The pup 1848 WEST 2300 SOUTH fellowship, foster communication, enhance welcomes U)S, US,and non-LDS in- SALT W(E CInUT 841 19 personal and professional development and terested in constructive conversation. 8011972-6180 promote a forum for counselors and psy- FAX: 801/972-6184 chotherapists whose common bond is mem- Founded in 1942, Bookcraft was the first in- bership in and adherence to the principles dependent LD~ publishing company and standards of The Church of Jesus Christ Bookcraft claims to publish some of the of Latter-day Saints, both in their personal "most sought-afternLDS books, such as Bruce lives and professional practice." With a mem- R. McConkie's Mormon Doctrine. Spencer W

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Kimball's The Miracle of Forgiveness, and Revelations of the Prophets and Presidents of the Gerald Lund's series 2-he Work and the Glow. CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF Church ofJesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and CHRISTIAN VALUES IN LITERATURE The Teachings of President Brigham Young, Vol. 3076-EJKHB 3, 1852-1854 (vols. 1 and 2 not published). BYU MANAGEMENT SOCIETY BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY MARRlOTT SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT PROVO, UT 84602 ------490 TNRB 8011378-3073 COLLEGIUM AESCULAPIUM BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSI~ In 1980, the Center for the Study of THE BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY PROVO. UT 84602 Christian Values in ~iteratukwas established ACADEMY OF MEDICINE 8011378-5791 at BW by the College of . The PO. BOX 7424 Since 1975, the BW Management Society- Center exists to "encourage the reading and BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNERSIN the membership of which technically - in- writing of quality literature that presents af- PROVO, UT 84602 cludes all management school alumni-has firmative values and themes," to "develop 8011378-6748 assisted graduates in their professional en- and promote a sound critical theory of lit- 8011378-251 3 deavors. The society operates under the aus- erary analysis that is based on religious prin- In 1980. the Center for the Study of pices of the Mamott School (changed from ciples," and to "cooperate with other Collegium Aesculapium was independently the BW School of Management in the mid- individuals and groups whose concerns are organized to meet the needs of LD~physi- 80s) and has thirty-four U.S. and ten interna- congenial to those of the Center." The Center cians and their families, as well as those of tional chapters. Members receive the sponsors a variety of symposiums, lectures, the Church and world communities. The BYU semiannual Exchange magazine and a writing contests (including BW'S annual Alumni Association publishes the ]atma1 of newsletter containing information on annual David 0. McKay Essay Contest), and publi- Collegium Aesculapium which features articles meetings. cations, including the journal Literature and of interest to students and professionals in Belief. The Center also publishes a mono- the medical field. Members also meet in graph series. Inquiries about the Center or its semiannual conferences. Membership in CANADIAN MORMON STUDIES activities are welcome. Collegium Aesculapium is $75 for practicing ASSOCIATION M.D.s; $50 for "friends" with non-M.D. status; do GEORGlA G. FOOKS and $10 for students and students-in- 1909 7TH AVENUE, SOUTH training. LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA CANADA TI] 1M4 Founded in 1987, the Canadian Mormon ------Studies Association currently consists of fifty COMMUNICUIONS. LNC members dedicated to researching and pub- COVENANT COMMUNICATIONS, INC. lishng aspects of Mormonism's Canadian ex- 920 EAST STATE ROAD, SUITE F perience, past and present. Members receive PO. BOX 41 6 a newsletter, published somewhat irregularly AMERICAN FOW UT 84003-0416 CHARLES REDD CENTER FOR 8011756-9966 WESTERN STUDIES FAX: 8011756-1049 CHOICE 4069 HBLL Covenant was started in 1958 with the sin- CENTER FOR HUMANITARIAN OUTREACH BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY gular purpose of producing audio scripture AND INTERCULlUFL4L EXCHANGE PROVO, UT 84602-1001 readings. Later, musical recordings were 643 EAST 400 SOUTH 80113 78-4048 added to the product line. In the 1980s the SALT LAKE CITY UT 84102 The Charles Redd Center, established at BW company started publishing mainstream fic- 8011363-7970 in 1972 by Charles and Annaley Redd, con- tion and nonfiction. Covenant says one of its Organized out of the Andean Children's ducts and funds research on various aspects goals is to develop and nurture new authors. ~oundationin 1988, CHOICE is a non-profit, of the Intermountain West, some of which Popular recent cassette titles include Neal A. nonsectarian (though principally LDS in include Mormon mearch. The center has Maxwell's Being a Celestial Partner and Chris membership) organization dedicated to "im- conducted oral history interviews dealing Heimerdinger's Tennis Shoes among the proving people's lives through active, en- with Mormon history topics. Those inter- Nephites (also a book). A current best-selling during humanitarian service." CHOICE ested in the experiences of Mormons in the book is The Belle of Nauvoo by Peggy Paget. sponsors "volunteer expeditions" in which West can apply for fellowships. The center families, organizations, groups of associates, also publishes a monograph series, with titles or singles-trained or previously un- selected through a competition. DANSKA MORMON HISTORIE trained-"work side by side with the rural SOBREDDEN 47 poor to develop projects which the villagers SVOGERSLEV request and will be able to sustain after the COLLIER'S PUBLISHING DK 4000 R0SKK.DE expedition departs." CHOICE volunteers have OLD GREEN CHURCH DENMARK worked with water supply systems, green- HANNA, UT 84031 In the fall of 1994, this association was houses, schools and literacy, and have pro- Fred C. Collier, a Mormon fundamentalist, formed for the study of Mormonism in vided health and medical assistance. CHOICE compiles and publishes teachings of early Denmark. also funds humanitarian research. Mormon leaders, such as Unpublished

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tional charity whose goal is to provide sur- areas of the world), Enterprise Mentors es- gical and dental assistance primarily for chil- tablishes local boards of directors and indige- dren in emerging nations." The Foundation's nous staff, allowing the formation of board of directors is composed of medical self-reliance. "Some charge is always made professionals who are, for the most part, LDS, for services based upon ability to pay, trans- and who seek to "promote international forming the donor-receiver, dependency re- goodwill, as well as Christian ideals of broth- lationship into a character building, DAUGHTERS OF UTAH PIONEERS erly love." The Foundation strives to help consultant-client relationship." A non-profit, 300 NORTH MAIN STREET local medics establish adequate health facili- tax-exempt organization, Enterprise Mentors SALT LAKE CIn UT 841 03 ties, to perform surgeries that enable dra- depends on individual, foundation, and cor- 8011538-1 050 matic lifestyle changes, to treat people of all porate donations to achieve its goals. According to its constitution and by-laws, races and faiths, and to keep overhead costs Daughters of Utah Pioneers is a non-sec- low by soliciting medical and dental sup- tarian organization. Anyone is eligible for plies. Volunteers and donations are welcome EVERGREEN INTERNATIONAL membership who is descended from a Utah and appreciated. PO. BOX 3 pioneer from the period 1847-1869, SALT LAKE CITE: UT 841 10 "whether they be Mormon, non-Mormon, 8011535-1 658 white, black or other race." However, the ma- DESERET SINGLES According to its mission statement, jority of members and the majority of pio- PO. BOX 705 "Evergreen attests that individuals can free neers whose histories, pictures, and relics themselves from same-sex attraction and ho- they collect and preserve are LDS. DUP oper- 41 51342-8260 mosexual behavior, and is committed to as- ates a historical museum in Salt Lake City Deseret Singles exists to provide opportuni- sisting individuals who wish to do so." and publishes an annual book series, ties for LDS singles in the greater San Evergreen was organized in July 1989 in Salt Chronicles of Courage. Members meet in chap- Francisco Bay area to meet and fellowship Lake City, Utah, by eleven men who felt a ters throughout the U.S. and Canada. with each other. Aside from regular meetings, need for a transition group to assist them in the group plans large-scale activities, such as their process of individual healing. From this an upcoming trip to the Hill Cumorah small group, Evergreen has grown into an in- pageant in New York. ternational organization with chapters throughout the United States and many DESERET BOOK other countries. The Salt Lake headquarters 40 E. SOUTH TEMPLE EARLY MORMON RESEARCH provides information and guidance to these SALT LAKE CIfl UT 84130 INSTITUTE &lf-governed chapters. ~iergreen,a non- 8011534-1515 433 EAST 300 SOUTH profit organization, is not a clinical therapy FAX: 8011578-3267 HYRUM, UT 8431 9 program. It is not directed by any public or Tracing its origins to 1866. Deseret Book Organized in 1989 to coincide with the private mental health care agency or indi- company, a sibsidiary of The Church of 150th anniversary of the founding of vidual, nor does it claim to have professional Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is the oldest Nauvoo, IL, the Early Mormon Research training or licensing. existing Latter-day Saint publisher. Books Institute began issuing a quarterly journal, and tapes are generally religious in nature Nauvoo journal. Since 1992, the journal has and cover inspiring history, biography, doc- been published semiannually Current mem- trine and theology, and fiction. Popular re- bership is seventy-five and growing. cent titles include the biography Howard W Hunter by Eleanor Knowles, Twelve Sisters by Leslie Beaton Hedley, and The Papers ofJoseph FAMILY FELLOWSHIP Smith edited by Dean Jessee. Enterprise .Wentors PO. BOX 3930 ENTERPRISE MENTORS SALT LAKE CITE: UT 841 10 1NTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE 801 1582-2348 DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION Family Fellowship is "a volunteer service or- 51 0 MARYVILLE COLLEGE DR., SUITE 210 ganization, a diverse collection of Mormon ST. LOUIS, MO 63141 families engaged in the cause of strength- DESERET INTERNATIONAL 31 41453-0006 ening families with homosexual members. FOUNDATION 31 41453-9700 We share our witness that gay and lesbian 1282 EAST CAMBRlDGE COURT Founded in 1990 by a mostly LDS "group of Mormons can be great blessings in the lives PROVO, UT 84604 individuals with extensive international busi- of their families, and that families can be 8011374-01 67 ness experience in developing countries." great blessings in the lives of their gay and FAX: 8011374-8961 Enterprise Mentors is a human development lesbian members." The organization spon- Started in the Philippines in 1986, and now foundation designed "to build self-reliance sors meetings and firesides, and publishes operating in at least thirteen countries and entrepreneurial spirit within those who the newsletter Reunion. throughout Central and South America, struggle for sufficiency in developing coun- Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, Deseret tries." Working primarily in the Philippines International "is a private, nondenomina- (but expanding to Latin America and other

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begin by rejecting the world's lie that there GAYLA are two kinds of writers, one that tells stories 393 SOUTH TUSTIN AVENUE that are 'entertaining,' the other that tells sto- ORANGE, CA 92666 ries that are 'true.' The great Il)S stories will 314/77] -3919 be those that are at once fascinating and illu- Founded in 1987. GAYLA is an independent minating: stories that, in the old phrase, give

FOUNDATION FOR ANCIENT RLDS organization for homosexual members, their readers both sweetness and light-both- RESEARCH AND MORMON STUDIES their families and friends. Currently with entertainment and understanding." Hatrackk (EA.R.M.S.) about 200 members, GAYLA is "dedicated to first piece of IDS fiction is Kathryn Kid& hu- PO. BOX 71 13 the celebration of diversity, education of gay morous Paradise Vue; its most recent title is UNIVERSITY STATION and lesbian issues, and enhancement of per- DeAnne Nielson's Perfect Neighbors. PROVO, UT 84602-7113 sonal and corporate spiritual awareness." 800/327-6715; FAX 801/378-3295 This independent, DS-oriented association HELP was organized in 1981 to promote, coordi- @OLD LEAF PRESS HOMOSEXUAL EDUCATION FOR nate, and finance research on Mormon scrip- LATTER-DAY PARENTS tures, particularly the Book of Mormon. In GOLD LEAF PRESS PO. BOX 3315 addition to publishing a quarterly newsletter 2533 NORTH CARSON STREET, SUITE 1544 SAN RAMON, CA 94583 with a circulation of 1,380, F.A.R.M.S. makes CARSON CIX NV 89706 41 51829-8528 available a wide variety of reprints and other 8001748-4900 This group meets the first Sunday of each publications, most of which are stored at FAX: 801/268-0992 month at Peace Lutheran Church, 888 Podva Brigham Young University Gold Leaf Press, and imprint of Aspen Books, Road, Danville, California. Begun in 1984, publishes titles targeted at a national, non- and originally accepted by The Church of Mormon audience. Recent titles include Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as an Il)S FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH ON Betty J. Eadiek Embraced by the Light, and Social Services program, HELP, now indepen- ANCIENT AMERICA (FRAA) Nobody Don't Love Nobody: Lessons on Love dent of the Church, is a chapter of the na- 21 0 WEST WHITE OAK from the School with No Name by Stacey Bess. tionwide PIFLAG(Parents and Friends of INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050 Lesbians and Gays) and serves as a support 8161461 -FRAA network for parents, relatives, and friends of FAX: 8161461 -5850 GOSPEL homosexuals. The group provides under- "The Foundation for Research on Ancient - standing and support as well as the latest ed- America (FRAA) is a nonprofit corporation ucational information on and comprised of individuals who desire to ad- MINISTRIES provides speakers to groups who would like vance the knowledge of Jesus Christ and The GOSPEL TRUTHS MINISTRIES to know more about this topic. Book of Mormon." Founded in 1966, this 1340 MONROE, NW RLDS organization has expanded to produce a GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49505-4622 regular publication, The Witness, and also Gospel Truth Ministries publishes Heart C HERALD PUBLISHING HOUSE sponsors regular series of Book of ~indseasonally to refute 'Mormon claims to 3225 SOUTH NOLAND ROAD Mormon/Archaeology lectures. Membership truth and to "promote faith in Jesus Christ PO. BOX 1770 is granted as a result of any financial contri- and His exclusive claims as Savior and Lord." INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055-0770 bution. 8161252-501 0 FAX: 816/252-3976 GRANDIN BOOKS Herald Publishing House, a division of the GAMOFITES: GAY MORMON FATHERS PO. BOX 2125 Reorganized church of Jesus Christ of Latter PO. BOX 31 04 OREM, Ur 84602 Day Saints, is now in its 135th year. Herald ONTARIO. CA 91 761 8001292-2003 House publishes mostly scriptures, church 8191369-1280 Organized in the late eighties, Grandin Books school cuniculum, tracts, and periodicals, Conceived in 1991 and formally established publishes primarily Mormon history titles, including the RLD~church magazine, Saints in 1992 as a subgroup of ~ffiktion:Gay such as Lyndon Cook's and the Herald. Recent titles include a hymnal, Sing and Lesbian Mormons, Gamofites is de- Law of Consecration, and Thomas Bulloch's for Peace, and Legacy of Faith, a history of the signed for "fathers united in the joy of being Nauvoo]ouml, edited by Greg R. Knight. RLDS church, by Richard Howard. both gay and associated with Mormons." Since January 1992, the group has planned and executed semiannual retreats where, in HATRACK RIVER HORIZON PUBLISHERS AND informal group conversation, participants DISTRIBUTORS, INC. can "respond to the general, collective needs HATRACK RIVER PUBLICATIONS 50 SOUTH 500 WEST of our members." With no elected or official PO. BOX 1415 BOUNTIFUL, UT 8401 1-0499 leadership, Gamofites depends on volunteers OREM, UT 84059 8011295-9451 to devot; time and reso&es to planning re- FAX: 99101288-5470 FAX: 801/295-0196 treats and maintaining an informational net- According to Hatrack River's godfather, Started in 1971, Horizon produces books work. Orson Scott Card, "Great LDS fiction must and audiotapes for traditional Latterday

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Saints. Horizon publishes fiction and non- Talmage Society, sponsored by the BYU fiction with a special emphasis on LDS chil- College of Physical and Mathematical J. REUBEN CLARK LAW SOCIETY dren's books. Unlike many LDS publishers, Scientists, is open to professional scientists do SCOTT CAMERON Horizon does its own printing and binding. and students in chemistry and biochemistry, 342JRCB Recent titles include Aliens and UFOs: computer science, geology, mathematics, BRIGHAM YOUNG UNlVERSITY Messengers or Deceivers? by James L. physics and astronomy, and statistics. The so- PROVO, UT 84602 Thompson and Biblical Mormonism by ciety aims to "develop a sense of community 801/378-6386 Richard R. Hopkins. among LD~scientists [by] publicizing awards Membership in the J. Reuben Clark Law by LDS scientists, answering questions and Society is to all graduates of BW Law -- - -- publishing essays on issues important to LDS School, as well as to any interested individ- INTERNATIONAL ACTION GROUP scientists, and highlighting important re- uals holding a law degree. The society exists do LDS HLJMANITAW SERVlCES search being done by LDS scientists, both at to "encourage high moral and professional 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE, 7TH FLOOR BYU and elsewhere." Information and a standards throughout the legal profession; to SALT LAKE CIn UT 84105 newsletter are available upon request. The serve the professional needs of its members; The Salt Lake-based International Action society also hosts the computer network and to assist the J. Reuben Clark Law School Group, an umbrella for LDS-affiliated and lamps. in fulfilling its educational and professional other humanitarian organizations, first met mission." Its 3,700 members live in every in the spring of 1992. Independent of the U.S. state and in thirty foreign countries. Church-with LDS Humanitarian Services as Organized chapters exist in many major only one of many members-the group American cities. meets semiannually to discuss developments and new ideas and to consolidate resources. Beginning spring 1994, the group estab- John LDS BOOKSELLERS ASSOCIATION lished a rotating chair, allowing each of the Whitmer PO. BOX56 various groups an opportunity to head the H istorical informal council. 801/254-1933 Association Over 200 retailers of LDS books belong to the JOHN WHITMER HISTORICAL LDS Booksellers Association. ~emiershi~ IOWA MORMON TRAILS ASSOCIATION ($35 annually) includes a subscription to ASSOCIATION, INC. do GRACEIAND COLLEGE quarterly newsletter with updates on the in- 500 EAST TAYLOR LAMONI, IA 50140 dustry. The association also sponsors an an- CRESTON, k4 50801 The John Whitmer Historical Association is nual convention in August. Organized in 1992-93 by historians and an independent organization dedicated to lanldowners in Iowa (principally non-LDS), the study of ~eorgnizedChurch of Jesus IMTA is a non-profit corporation "dedicated Christ of Latter Day Saints history. The 450 to the and development of the members meet annually to foster historical Mormon Trails across Iowa." The corporation research and writing among people inter- works with the National Parks Service and ested in the history and thought behind the LATTER-DAY IDEALS other organizations, hoping to establish beginnings of Mormonism. Membership 205 WEST 700 SOUTH, SUITE 402 "consistent nationwide signage," to "design a rates ($15 annually; $12.50 students; $5 SALT LAKE CITX UT 84101 state of Iowa historic trails map [and] a spouse; $27.50 joint membership with 801/531-9888 statewide directow of Mormon Trail historic Mormon History Association) include a sub- Latter-dav Ideals is a "confidential dating" ser- resources," and to develop communications, scription to an annual journal. vice . . . designed specifically for selective public relations, and fundraising efforts. Latter-day Saint single, divorced, or widowed Membership dues range from $5,000 men and women who are seeking compatible (founder) to $10 (individual). The general JOSEPH FIELDING SMITH INSTITUTE companions with mutual high standards and membership meets annually in June. IMTA is FOR CHURCH HISTORY goals." Membership and payment plans can currently working toward a 1996 sesquicen- 127 KMB be obtained by writing to the above address. tennial commemoration of the Mormon pio- BRIGHAM YOUNG UMVERSITY neers' departure from Nauvoo. PROVO. UT 84602 80113 78-4023 In 1980, Church Historian Leonard JAMES E. TALMAGE SOCIETY Amngtonk Church History Division was LATTER-DAY ASSOCL4TlON OF transferred from Salt Lake to BYU and re- MATHEMATICAL AND PHYSICAL named the Joseph Fielding Smith Institute SCIENnSTS (ZA.M.PS.) for Church Historv. Since that time. members LATTER-DAY SAINTS FOR CULTURAL 1147 TMCB of the Institute have continued to produce AWARENESS BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY groundbreaking works in Mormon history, 498 EAST 630 NORTH PROVO, UT 84602 often while teaching university classes as UNDON, LJT 84042-1555 801/378-4290 well. "Latter-day Saints for Cultural Awareness is a Founded near the close of 1993, the James E. growing, evolving group of members of the

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Lord's Church whose goal is to provide fel- to nuclear weapons testing and to secure that lowship, brotherhood, and understanding to end with a comprehensive test ban. Its mem- other members of the Lord's Kingdom on bers are "inspired by the efforts of many earth." The group grew out of earlier organi- Mormon people throughout the world who, recog- zations such as Genesis groups and the nizing the presence of evil and injustice Latter-day Saint African-American Cultural HIS~O~YA\\OC IATION around them, have heeded the spiritual Awareness Group (LDSAACAG),and reached d prompting to be anxiously engaged in a good its current incarnation in 1991. While the MORMON HISTORY ASSOCIATION cause, and do many things of their own free LDSCASmain emphasis has been on African- 2470 NORTH 1000 WEST will, and bring to pass much righteousness." American Latter-day Saints, it hopes to ex- UYTON, UT 84041-1236 (D&C 58:27.) The Peace Gathering spon- pand to reflect the Church's cultural diversity Founded in 1964, the Mormon History sored a Mormon Weekend at the Nevada test The group publishes a monthly newsletter, Association exists to promote rigorous study site through the Nevada Desert Experience in UpLift, and sponsors an annual meeting. of the Mormon past. The group holds an an- 1993, and will continue to promote activities nual conference and publishes the]ournal of that help IDS people "renounce war and pro- Mormon Histoly in the spring and fall. The claim peace." (D&C98: 16.) 800 members also receive a quarterly newsletter. LEGACY MORMON WOMEN'S FORUM PO. BOX 58281 MORMON MISCELLANEOUS SALT LAKE CIn UT 84158-0281 LEGACY FOUNDATION 8912 SOUTH 700 EAST 801/297-2120 PO. BOX 50024 801/370-3839 PROVO, UT 84605-0024 FAX: 801/364-4256 801/373-0515 FAX: 801/562-9686 Mormon Women's Forum, founded in 1988, The Legacy-. Foundation is an educational, Organized in 1980, Mormon Miscellaneous "invites all people to examine women's is- support, and service organization for people cassette recordings ("Van sues, particularly within the context of concerned with gay issues, but primarily for Hale-Walter Martin Debate"), pamphlets Mormonism. It makes no formal demands gay people, their families and friends. ("What About the Adam God Theory?" and on any organization or system of belief. It Subgroups have organized on a less-regular "Are Mormons Christian?"), and reprints of does, however, examine and question tradi- basis. These include Comerstone-an edu- almost all early Mormon publications and tional interpretations of women's roles, their cational group-and the Reconciliation periodicals by the Church or Church mem- history, and their relationship to deity" Program, which deals with spiritual issues. bers from 1830 to 1845. Chapters of MWF exist in California, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Ohio, and Utah. MWF publishes Mormon Women's Forum: An WS MORMON ALLIANCE MORMON PACIFIC HISTORICAL Feminist Quarterly. The Forum is also fea- 6337 HIGHLAND DRIVE SOCIETY tured in Salt Lake on KRCL 91 FM, on the PO. BOX 215 c/o LANCE CHASE final Thursday of each month from 12:30 to SALT LAKE CITI: UT 84121 BOX 1887 BYU-HAWAII 1:00 PM. The Mormon Alliance was organized in 1992 WE, HI 96762 to "uncover. identifv.,. define. name. chronicle, 808/293-3837 resist, and even combat acts and threats of Since 1980, MPHS has existed to research and MOUNTAIN MEADOWS ASSOCIATION defamation and spiritual abuse perpetrated publish material relative to Latter-day Saints c/o RONALD E. LOVING on Mormon individuals and institutions by in the Pacific Basin, maintain bibliographic 731 FLETCHER ROAD Mormons and non-Mormon individuals and and reference information relative to these NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI 02852 institutions." Its trustees "wish to stress that Saints, hold conferences and workshops to 401/885-1688 the Alliance is not anti-Mormon or anti- teach and learn from those interested in Church. It is anti-spiritual abuse. It does not Pacific LDS history, and teach the skills re- VERNE LEE profess to provide alternate ecclesiastical quired to continue gathering information on 6550 AUBURN-FALSOM ROAD structure, only an alternate view of spiritual the Church in the Pacific Basin. The Society LOOMIS, CA 95650 and ecclesiastical power within the divinely holds annual conventions for its eighty mem- 916/652-0998 authorized structures of The Church of Jesus bers and publishes the proceedings. Every Since 1989-90, descendants of LDS perpetra- Christ of Latter-day Saints." The Mormon third year the annual convention is held "off- tors and non-LDs victims of the Mountain Alliance prints a newsletter, By Common island." at a location other than Hawaii. Meadows Massacre have worked together to Consent, and an annual report. preserve the memory of those involved in the event. The group's activities culminated in a MORMON PEACE GATHERING permanent memorial at the Massacre site, 709 6TH AVENUE but members of the group continue to gather SALT LAKE CIT'I: UT 84103 information to increase general under- 801/595-8226 standing and to inform family members. The The Mormon Peace Gathering was organized numbers listed above represent both the in 1992 with the intent to bring about an end Fancher and Lee families.

DECEMBER 1994 PAGE 5 1 dent of the Council of Twelve in 1979 as Outreach International. Although Outreach CErVTER FOR is independent of the RIDS church, its origins CONSTITUTIOW and development are closely tied.

NATIONAL CENTER FOR CONSTITU- Ouclcsscl~ougc~uAlliance TIONAL STUDIES OUELESSEBOUGOU-UTAH ALLIANCE PIONEER PRESS PO. BOX 841 212 WEST 1300 SOUTH 7285 HIGHLAND DRWE SALT LAKE CITY; UT 841 15 SALT LAKE CITY; UT 841 21 801/565-1787 801/486-2136 801 /943-5651 "The National Center for Constitutional Although not officially or unofficially con- Independent Mormon fundamentalist Studies (formerly the Freemen Institute) is a nected with the IDS church, ogden Kraut has authored and published non-profit educational foundation created to Ouelessebougou-Utah Alliance began in over thirty titles, includingJesus Was Mamed, teach the U.S. Constitution in the tradition of 1985 when seven Utahns traveled to Mali, an United Order, and Blood Atment. Pioneer America's founding fathers." The NCCS African country, to search for a "community Press also publishes journals, biographies, "gratefully acknowledges . . . that America or group of villages with which they and the and autobiographies of obscure and well- and its Constitution were established by the Salt Lake community could begin a long- known Mormon historical figures. hand of God; and thus [they] advocate term relationship to help and learn." The morality and religion as essential foundations Utah group eventually forged that relation- of human happiness and freedom." The ship with the Ouelessebougou region, com- RECONCILIATION: NCCS continually launches "a positive, con- prised of seventy-two villages and 35,000 GAYS, LESBIANS, AND MORMON structive campaign of education to help our struggling people. The Alliance undertakes FAMILIES SEEKING SPIRITUALITY country get back on its constitutional track." projects requested by the villagers, who de- 80- - - 1/596-83 . ------1 -5 fine their own needs, contribute labor to pro- Reconciliation was founded "to create a safe ~ ~ jects, and provide their own leadership "so haven for Mormon gays, lesbians, their fami- ORSON HYDE GESELLSCHAFT that when the Alliance has completed its lies and friends to study the gospel and de- C/O PETER WOUUER work, the projects will continue indepen- velop relationships with Christ. To enhance AHORNSTR 9A. dently" To succeed in its projects-con- the meeting's spirit, there is no bashing of any D-93333 NEUSTmT/DONAU structing wells, fencing gardens, providing organization, people, or individuals. The GERMANY basic health care training, and teaching lit- purpose is not to change anyone's sexual ori- TEUFAX 08402/7498 eracy-the Alliance depends on individual entation but to come together to love and and community support. heal one another." BERNDJANEKE HERMANNSBURGER WEG 48 21 079 HAMBURG GERMANY TEL 0401768 7315 Founded in 1993, the Orson Hyde Gesellschaft (Society) eldsts "for the fostekng 270 ISB of the history of The Church of Jesus Christ OUTREACHINTERNATIONAL BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNERSIN of Latter-day Saints in Central Europe." PO. BOX 21 0 PROVO, UT 84602 Named for the apostle who, in 1841-42, was 221 WEST LWCMGTON 801/378-2706 the among the first Church leaders to travel INDEPENDENCE, MO 64051-021 0 The Religious Studies Center at BYU was in Central~uro~e,the group hopes not only 81 6/833-0883 founded in 1975 to "facilitate not only the to document Church history in German- FAX: 81 6/833-0103 University's commitment to religious studies speaking and neighboring countries, but to Outreach International is a humanitarian but . . . to serve those same interests among record the experiences of contemporary wit- organization with affiliates worldwide (forty- the general membership of the IDS church." nesses "in order to preserve the memories six programs in sixteen countries). Based on While the center's primary function is "to and experiences of older members for fol- a model of "Participatory Human Devel- bring researchers with common interests in lowing generations." The group hopes also to opment," Outreach empowers developing religious studies together," leading to publi- "promote the development of a feeling of communities to set their own priorities, cation of special projects, "one basic objec- European identity among members of the locate resources, and eventually solve their tive . . . is to improve the teaching Church in the area of Central Europe." The own problems. In 1969. two RIDS officials effectiveness of participants and to support group intends to begin a yearly symposium and an Independence physician founded the classroom presentation of the message of for members. Current information on the Missions Health Foundation, a health min- the restored gospel." RSC publishes a OHG can be obtained through the indepen- istry with some emphasis on community de- newsletter three times a year and sponsors dent European publication, Bertrachtungen. velopment. In 1972, three RIDS apostles symposia on subjects such as "Old Testament recognized the need for separate funds for Prophets," "Mormonism and Islam," and human development and founded Outreach, "The Pearl of Great Price," from which se- Inc., which was reorganized by the First lected papers are also published. RSC Presidency, Presiding Bishopric, and presi- also publishes several books each year for the

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serious researcher of Mormon studies, such asjoseph Smith: , the Man, edited SAINTS' SALON SOCIETY FOR EARLY HISTORIC by Susan Easton Black and Charles D. Tate Jr. c/o BRUCE BAKER ARCHAEOLOGY 301 HILLTOP ROAD do BRUCE WARREN TAKOMA PARK, MD 20910 1147 SOUTH MAIN RESTORATION RESEARCH 301/587-7684 OREM, UT 84058 do STEVEN SHIELDS Saints' Salon is an informal monthly gath- 801/224-2218 123 OAK AVENUE, #308 ering in the Washington, D.C., area-to-dis- Founded in 1949, S.E.H.A. is an independent EL SEGLINDO, CA 90245-2385 cuss-~ormonissues in an open exchange of LDS organization designed to investigate the 310/322-0449 ideas and values. The group meets in partici- archaeology of the Hebrew-Christian and Restoration Research is not sponsored by or pants' homes and discusses topics such as Latter-day Saint scriptures. The organization connected with any church or organization. theology, history, contemporary issues, wom- publishes a newsletter several times a year. Its irregularly published journal, Restoration, en's issues, sexuality and general conference focuses on more than fifty churches and addresses. other Latter Day Saint groups but concen- trates on history and issues of interest to RLDS and IDS church members.

SIGNATURE BOOKS 564 WEST 400 NORTH SALT LAKE CITE: UT 84116-341 1 801/531-1483,800/356-5687 w FAX: 801/53 111 488 SONS OF UTAH PIONEERS RESTORATION TRAIL FOUNDATION was founded in 1981 to 3301 WT2920 SOUTH 1034 WEST LEXINGTON scholarly works and contemporary SALT LAKE CITE: UT 84109-4260 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050 literature relevant to the American West, 801/484-4441 816/836-4671 with emphasis on Mormon studies. President The National Society of the Sons of Utah FAX: 816/833-1000 EX?: 307 George Smith says Signature Books is "com- Pioneers is open to descendants of pioneer The Restoration Trail Foundation is a non- mitted to expanding the scope of Mormon settlers of early Utah. Chapters meet in loca- profit corporation sponsored by the history, as well as enhancing the opportuni- tions throughout Utah and other states. The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter ties for expression by scholars and writers group publishes a bimonthly magazine, Day Saints. Its mission is to "maintain, de- within the local community" Signature titles Pioneer: velop, and preserve the physical heritage of include D. Michael Quinnk Mormon the Church through its historic sites." Hierarchy: Origins of Paver, Levi Peterson's Historic properties maintained and devel- The Backslider, and Calvin Grondahk Utah: SSSML oped through contributions to RTF include Sex and Travel Guide. SOClETY FOR THE SOCIOLOGICAL STUDY the Kirtland Temple, the Nauvoo Mansion OF MORMON LIFE House, the Nauvoo House, the Red Brick do PERRY CUNNINGHAM Store, and other properties in Independence, SMITH RESEARCH ASSOCIATES RESEARCH INFORMATION DMSION Lamoni, Beloit, Plano, Far West, and Haun's CONTACT THROUGH SIGNATURE BOOKS 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE, 18TH FLOOR Mill. Membership to RTF is tax deductible to Associated with Signature Books, a publisher SALT LAKE CITE: UT 84150 the extent provided by law. Annual fees for of historical works relating to the Mormon 801/240-3210 membership are available in varying cate- chapter in American history, Smith Research Since 1978, SSSML has existed to encourage gories: Pacesetter ($2,500), Leader ($1,000), Associates' 1994 titles include The Truth, The sociological research on Mormon life. The Patron ($500). Century ($100). and Way, The Life, An elementary Treatise on group sponsors sessions on Mormon life at Contributing ($25). All members receive a Theology: The Masterwork ofB. H. Roberts, The national symposia and conferences and pub- subscription to Restoration Trail Forum. Mysteries of Godliness: A History of Mormon lishes an occasional newsletter. Temple Wonhip by David John Buerger, From Historian to Dissenter: The Book of john SAINTS ALIVE IN JESUS Whitmer by Bruce N. Westergren, Inventing PO. BOX 1076 Mormonism: Tradition and the Historical Record ISSAQUAH, WA98027 by Michael Marquardt and Wesley Walters. 206/228-0175 FAX: 206/228-0235 Formerly known as Ex-Mormons for Jesus, SUNSTONE FOUNDATION this group publishes a monthly newsletter 331 SOUTH RIO GRANDE, SUITE 206 and has been influential in the production of SALTLAKE CITE: UT84101-1136 the Godmakers film series. Other focuses for 801/355-5926 the group concern Masonry and the threat of Founded in 1974 as a non-profit corpora- a New World Order. tion, the Sunstone Foundation publishes

DECEMBER 1994 PAGE 53 SUNSTONEmagazine and sponsors sympo- cial support through special programs; raise the name Modem Microfilm Co. In 1983 siums across the United States to further in- awareness in the LDS community concerning they changed to a non-profit organization ti- dependent discussion of Mormon the experiences unique to LDS divorced tled Utah Lighthouse Ministry in an attempt "experience, scholarship, issues, and art." the women and their children; provide resource to inform the LDS people of the historical and foundation also occasionally publishes and referral information available within the doctrinal problems of Mormonism and to books, including Calvin Grondahl's Freeway LDS church and the larger community." help them "turn to the Lord." to Perfection, Faith Promotin Rumors, and Sunday's Foyer.The foundation is governed by a rotating board of trustees. Donations to UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS PRESS UTAH MISSIONS, INC. the Sunstone Foundation are tax exempt. 1325 SOUTH OAK STREET PO. BOX 348 CHAMPAIGN, IL 61 820 800/545-4703 THRASHER RESEARCH FUND Founded in 1918, the University of Illinois 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE STREET Press began publishing Mormon titles in FAX: 405/658-2867 SALT LAKE CITr: UT 84150 1965 with Robert Flanders's Kingdom on the "Utah Missions. Inc., is a non-profit, religious 801/240-4753 Mississippi, followed ten years later with organization, established to educate FAX: 801/240-1417 or Carthage Conspiracy by Marvin Hill and Christians about the LDs church. . . . 801/240-5526 Dallin Oaks. Gradually the press began pub- Exposing Mormonism since 1954," UMI pub- In 1973, E. W "Al" Thrasher, a non-LDS lishing more Mormon titles, such as Stanley lishes the monthly Evangel and offers a yeark Utahn, provided a substantial to Kimball's Heber C. Kimball (1981), Richard subscription free to anyone who inquires. be administered through the LDs church for Bushman's Joseph Smith and the Beginnings of humanitarian, child-related research pro- Mormonism (1984), and Jan Shipps's jects. Since the first grants were made in Mormonism: The Story of a New Religious 1978, the Thrasher Fund has reviewed re- Tradition. This year, seven out of its 120 titles search proposals annually for two separate have Mormon subjects, including The Angel categories, the Scientific Fund and the and the Beehive by Armand Mauss, and Innovative Fund. The former exists to fund Contemporary Mormonism: academic research focusing on "novel ap- Perspectives, edited by Marie Cornwall, Tim proaches to the solution of problems in nu- Heaton, and Lawrence Young. UTAH STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY trition and pediatric infectious diseases." The 300 SOUTH NO GRANDE latter fund serves to "bridge the gap between SALT LAKE CITk: UT 84101 formal research and field applications" by en- 801/533-5755 couraging projects appropriate to local cul- Founded in 1897, the Utah State Historical tures that, through careful documentation, Society has been sponsored by the state of can be transferred to other cultures. Through UNIVERSITY OF UTAH PRESS Utah since 1917. Over 3,000 members meet these funds, Thrasher Research "will con- 101 UNIVERSITY SERVlCES BUILDING annually and are dedicated to "collecting, tinue to support research and field applica- SALT LAKE CITY; UT 841 12 preserving, and displaying Utah historic and tions that seek to improve the well-being of 801/581-3365 prehistoric artifacts, documents, and other children worldwide." FAX: 801/581-3365 materials." The society administers the Since its establishment in 1949, the National Historic Preservation Act for the University of Utah Press has published books state of Utah and produces three publica- TRANSITION SUPPORT GROUP from a variety of disciplines and perspectives, tions: Utah Historical Quarterly, begun in C/O SLC FIRST UNlTARlAN CHURCH including Mormon history, culture, and phi- 1928; the bimonthly Utah State Historical 569 SOUTH 1300 EAST losophy; "emphasis is given to of Society Newsletter begun in 1950; and an il- SALT LAKE CITY; UT scholarship, academic integrity and value to lustrated annual, Beehive History, begun in Transition Support Group is designed to helv the community" Over the years, University 1974. All publications are funded by the former and disaffected ~ormo&make tie of Utah Press has published titles including state of Utah. transition from Church membership. Onin Porter Rockwell: Man of God, Son of Discussion panels and speakers are spon- fiunder by Herold Schindler, and Kidnapped sored regularly from That Land: The Government Raids on the Shortcreek Polygamists by Martha Sonntag Bradley TOUCHSTONE 1078 EAST 700 SOUTH UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY PRESS SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84102 UTAH LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRY UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY 801/265-2062 PO. BOX 1884 LOGAN, UT 84322-7800 801/582-3008 SALT LAKE CITY, UT 841 10 8011797-1 362 Touchstone is a support network for LD~di- 801/485-8894 FAX: 801/797-0313 vorced women, the purposes of which are to Since 1964, Jerald and Sandra Tanner have Founded in 1972, the Utah State University "promote a lifetime commitment to LDS published numerous anti-Mormon books Press regularly publishes titles on Utah, folk- values; provide spiritual, emotional, and so- and issued the Salt Lake City Messenger under lore, and Mormonism. USU Press recently re-

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published West from Fort Bridger: The The group normally remains inactive during Studies minor, and offers various fellowships Pioneering of Immigrant Trails Across Utah, summer months. and research grants to students and faculty 1846-1850, edited by J. Roderic Koms and Each year the institute also publishes a Dale L. Morgan. volume of selected addresses delivered at the relief Society Women's Conference. Inquiries about the institute or its activities are welcome.

ZARAHEMLA RESEARCH WOMEN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOUNDATION VASAA 970 SWKT do RAYMOND TREAT VETERANS ASSOCIATION FOR SERVICE BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY PO. BOX 1 72 7 ACTIVITIES ABROAD PROVO. UT 84602 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 PO.BOX 1781 5 801/378-4609 816/46] -9406 SALT LAKE CITY UT 841 1 7-0815 Founded in 1978, "The Women's Research The Zarahemla Research Foundation is a 801/278-7674 Institute at Brigham Young University en- "non-profit, tax exempt corporation dedi- Organized in 1983 by LDS Vietnam veterans courages the scholarly investigation of wom- cated to Book of Mormon research. The and originally called Veterans Assisting Saints en's lives and experiences, women5 issues, Foundation is not associated with any spe- Abroad Association, VASAA has provided hu- and gender studies by conducting research, cific religious organization, and membership manitarian service to LDS members and promoting the publication of scholarship is open to anyone interested in Book of others for over a decade. With the name about women and gender, and sponsoring Mormon research." The foundation pub- change in 1990, VASAA further shifted its em- conferences and proceedings." The institute lishes a bimonthly magazine, Zarahemla phasis from retrieving Saints left behind in sponsors an interdisciplinary Women's Record. Vietnam to more general humanitarian ser- vice. All current and retired military per- sonnel are eligible for membership, as are any who have served in Southeast Asia in military or civilian capacities; friends and family of veterans and others with humani- tarian interests are eligible for associate mem- bership. Members receive the newsletter Lost 0 Found.

VOICE BYUS COMMITTEE TO PROMOTE THE STATUS OF WOMEN 445 ELWC BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSIN PROVO, UT 84602 Since 1989, VOICE has challenged BwS tra- ditionally conservative campus with feminist Seeking A activism that has gained national attention. Intellectual Members meet weeklv to discuss feminist is- sues or to listen to guest speakers from the Freedom? BYU community and beyond. Membership fluctuates, but has been as high as 150. ... Well then you've cane to the right place - because we have about as /Me as anywhere on earth! But all of that is about to change as HR proudly present CELESTIAL ROULETTE - the intellectually stimulating, viscerally invigorating new board game that provides more good old- fashioned fun than the founding fathers ever intended! CELESTIAL ROULETTE gathers together WASATCH WESTERNERS all of your favorite Utah characte~(from Arch-Conservative Constitutionalists to more Gentle c/o JEFF JOHNSON 71 7 5TH AVENUE, #I07 General Authorities) and lets you live their lives! Perfect for parties, ideal for individual edification, the most uniaue and deliahtful aift of the season, CELESTIAL ROULETTE is pre SALT LAKE CIZ UT 84103 destined to be the hottest conversation topic of the year! &d for the super scholasticdly 801/364-9735 - inclined, ure enthusiastically offer much of the comedy in the original Refonned Egyptian Since the mid-1980s. Wasatch Westerners language! Very Limited Availablity Don't Be Left Out Only check or money order for has sponsored monthly dinner discussions in - - $m each game (tax, postage, handling included) to: the Salt Lake area on various topics of G 8 M Enterprises, 869 East 4500 South Ste. 430, Salt Lake City, Utah 84107 western U.S. history, frequently including Mormonism. Membership has remained CELESTIAL ROULE77E - The Only Game In Town! steady at about fifty with yearly dues of $15.

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BERTRACHTUNGEN (REFLECTIONS) ERIOI do H. WElSSMANN - I64 RUE ALBERTJOLY terest to the interdisciplinary membership of 78000 VERSAIUES A Publ~coflonof ANmd~m 64 8 Le~btmhrmm, 7 the Association for Mormon Counselors and FRANCE A Psychotherapists. Subscription comes with Since its first issue in January 1993, AMCAP membership. Bertrachtungen, a ~uropeaiDS. journal AFFINITY printed in English, French, and Gennan has PO. BOX 46022 sought to "deal with the culture and intellec- LOS ANGELES, CA 90046 tual world of Mormonism and Latter-day 21 31255-7251 Saints in Europe." Subscriptions are $15 U.S. Affinity is a monthly newsletter published by BEEHIVE (one year). Affirmation: Gay and Lesbian Mormons. Subscriptions are included with member- HISTORY ship, or individual copies can be purchased BEEHIVE HISTORY at the $2.50 cover price. c/o UTAH STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 300 RIO GRANDE SALT IAKE CITE: UT 841 01 8011533-5755 Beehive History has been published annually by the Utah State Historical Society since ALLIANCE 1974. Subscriptions are available with mem- ALLIANCE bership. OUELLESSEBOUGOU-UTAH AWCE 212 WEST 1300 SOUTH BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY SALT LAKE ClnUT 841 15 STUDIES 8011486-2 136 403 CB Alliance is an annual ~ublicationof the BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNERSIN Ouellessebougou-Utah Alliance, appearing BEEHIVE NEWSPAPER PROVO, UT 84602 in the fall. It contains progress reports, an- 191 6 SOUTH MARYL4ND PARKWAY 801 1378-6691 nounces upcoming events, and lists with IAS VEGAS, h'V 891 04-31 06 Founded in 1959, BW Studies "is dedicated thanks contributors to the organization. The 7021732-181 2 to the correlation of revealed and discovered newsletter is mailed to Alliance members. The Beehive Newspaper is the largest free LDS truth and to the conviction that the spiritual publication in print. Founded in 1975 in Las and the intellectual are complementary and Vegas, until January 1993 the Beehive was fundamentally harmonious avenues of AMCAP NEWS available only in Southern Nevada. Since knowledge. This periodical strives to explore ASSOCIATION FOR MORMON January, the paper has been available in con- scholarly perspectives on Ds topics. It is COUNSELORS AND PSYCHOTHERAPISTS venience and grocery stores throughout committed to seeking truth 'by study and 249 EAST 160 NORTH Utah. The readership base is 75,000 to also by faith' (D&C 88:118) and recognizes OREM, LJT 84057-5518 80,000 per each monthly edition. Mail order that all knowledge without charity is nothing AMCAP News is an official publication of the subscriptions can be received for $12 per (1 Cor. 13:2). It proceeds that faith and Association for Mormon Counselors and year. The Beehive plans to debut the quarterly reason, revelation and scholarly learning, Psychotherapists, published in February and Beehive Singles News in the summer of 1994. obedience and creativity are compatible; they August of each year. Subscription comes with are 'many members, yet but one body' (1 AMCAP membership. Cor. 12:20)." With a circulation of 4,000, the BEEHIVE NEWSPAPER (ARIZONA) quarterly journal publishes refereed articles c/o LINDA LEAVITT as well as poetry, personal essays, and short AMCAP JOURNAL 550 NORTH CHERRY STREET stories. Subscription rates are $15 for one ASSOClATlON FOR MORMON MESA, AZ 85201 year, $28.50 for two years, and $40.50 for COUNSELORS AND PSYCHOTHERAPISTS 602/844-9328 three years. do P SCOTT RICHARDS, EDITOR In 1993, the Las Vegas-based Beehive 320D MCKB Newspaper started a separate publication for BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNERSlTY Arizona Latterday Saints. Similar in content BRIGHAM YOUNG MAGAZINE PROVO, UT 64602 and design to its predecessor, the Arizona 208A UPB 801 1378-4868 Beehive also drew many of its resources from BRlGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY Published semiannually, the AMCAP Journal the remains of the defunct Latter-day Sentinel, PROVO, UT 84602-1001 prints scholarly arti~lesklatin~to counseling an earlier Arizona publication. Subscriptions 801 I3 78-7321 theory, psychotherapy, family therapy, social are $ 12 (one year). The BW Alumni Association has published work, the application of LDs doctrine to psy- BW Today (changed to Brigham Young chological processes, or other topics of in- Magdne in 1993) since 1971 to keep its

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graduates informed of campus events. The quarterly magazine, composed mostly of fea- ture articles, circulates to 130,000 graduates of Brigham Young University

THE DAILY UNIVERSE 538 ELWC BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY BY COMMON CONSENT PROVO, UT 84062 THE MORMON AUJANCE 80113 78-2957 6337 HIGHLAND DRIVE The official Brigham Young University stu- A JOURNAL OF MORMON THOUGHT BOX215 dent newspaper provides news and informa- SALT LAKE CIW UT 84121 tion to students and faculty, and functions as DIALOGUE: A JOURNAL OF MORMON The quarterly newsletter of The Mormon a lab for journalism and advertising students. THOUGHT Alliance, By Common Consent, is designed to The Universe publishes 18,500 copies daily PO. BOX 658 provide an unsolicited catalogue of spiritual during the fall and winter semesters and SALT LAKE CIT1: UT 841 10-0658 abuse cases to LDs general authorities, auxil- 10,000 three times a week during spring and 801/363-9988 iary leaders, key Church officials, and to in- summer terms. Founded in 1966, Dialogue: A Journal of quirers. A $30 annual subscription entitles Mormon Thought is a peer-reviewed subscribers to By Common Consent as well as academic journal examining Mormon history to the annual Mormon Alliance Report. DAYBREAK and culture. Dialogue seeks to present a di- PO. BOX 705 versity of perspectives to more than 4,000 readers. Subscription rates are $30 per year, CANADIAN MORMON STUDIES 41 5/342-8260 $25 for students and senior citizens, $35 for- ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER Daybreak, an IDS singles newsletter in the eign surface, $30 foreign studentslsenior citi- c/o KEITH PARRY greater Bay area, keep;l>eseret Singles mem- zens, and $55 foreign air. DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY bers and others aware of activities and other UNlVERSIN OF REGINA pertinent information. SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA S4S 0.42 3061585-41 81 The CMSA Newsletter is mailed to dues-paying THE DEFENDER EAGLE'S EYE members of the Canadian Mormon Studies do EBORN BOOKS EAGLE'S EYE Association on an irremlar., basis. The PO. BOX 2093, DEPT: R STUDENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT newsletter informs members of meetings and PEORIA, AZ 85380 128 ELWC current research topics. With the appearance of Volume 1, Number 1 BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY in fall 19-93, Rush Utah's newsletter, The PROVO, UT 84602-1001 Defender;began its mission of "watching, re- Eagle's Eye, published quarterly by Bw's mul- Cougar Sports porting and commenting on anti-Mormon ticultural office and Student Leadership and Utah-bashing activities." The newsletter Development, is primarily directed to Bw's MAGAZINE takes L.imbaugh&ue jabs not only at anti- Native American population. The publica- COUGAR SPORTS Mormons, but at Dialogue, SUNSTONE, tion has a circulation of 3,000. MOUNTAIN PUBLISHING, INC. Signature Books, and Mormon feminists. PO. BOX 375 subscription rate is $10 for four issues (quar- PROVO, UT 84603-9941 terly). Rush Utah also lambastes 800/93-COUGS "Sunstoners" in a "SUNSTONE Joke Book," In 1993, two sports editors from ~w'sDaily available from Ebom Books. Universe launched this publication, dedi- ENSIGN cated to bringing insider looks at a variety of ENSIGN men's and women's BYU sports to a large com- 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE munity of fans. Cougar Sports magazine is SALT LAKE CIT1: UT 84105 available at newsstands across the Wasatch 801/531-2851 Front, or by subscription ($29.95 for 10 At its inception in 1971, President Harold B. monthly issues). Lee described the Ensign magazine, the offi- cial publication of the LDs church, as de- signed "to help individuals and families stay closer to the Lord." Subscriptions are $10 (one year).

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THE EVANGEL c/o UTAH MISSIONS, INC. BOX 348 MARLOW OK 73055 HEART & MIND 405/658-5631 do GOSPEL TRUTHS MINISTRIES 8001654-3992 1340 MONROE, NW FAX: 4051658-2867 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49505-4622 "Exposing Mormonism since 1954," the 61 61451 -4562 Evangel is published monthly by Utah FAMILY PERSPECTIVE "Heart G Mind is published to promote faith Missions, Inc., and is distributed to "contrib- doSTEPHEN 1. BAHR in Jesus Christ and His exclusive claims as utors and friends." The goal is to "educate CENTER FORSTUDIES OF THE FAMILY Savior and Lord as revealed in the Bible." The Christians about the LDS church." A year's 922 SWKT anti-Mormon Gospel Truths Ministries, the subscription is free to anyone who inquires. BRIGHAM YOUNG UNlVERSlTY publisher, believes that "faith requires us to PROVO, UT 84602 go beyond reason, but not against it," and so 801/378-2948 they "encourage the reader to let the mind Founded in 1966, Family Perspective is a examine what the heart believesn as they at- quarterly, multidisciplinaryjournal that pub- tempt to "exposenMormonism. lishes articles for those who work with and EXCHANGE study families. Articles include original re- BYU MANAGEMENT SOCIETY search, evaluation of programs, reviews of re- HELPING HANDS MARRlOTT SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT search, discussions of policy, and theoretical BEEHIVE FOUNDATION 588 TNRB essays. The journal is particularly interested 1011 WEST MERMOD BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNERSIN in articles on current issues, social policy, and CARLSBAD, NM 88220 PROVO, UT 84602 values. Each year at least two special issues 505/885-2 1 78 8011378-21 82 are prepared on topics of current interest. 8001524-2799 Beginning in 1978, Exchange magazine has Subscription rates are $50 per year for insti- FAX: 505/887-2671 been published semiannually by the Mamott tutions, $25 for individuals. Add $10 for Although the Beehive Foundation was oxa- school of Management. ~kicles,written by subscriptions outside the U.S. Single issues nized 1983, it had no newsletter until faculty graduates, and others, address the in- are $12. Helping Hands began to be published in ternational diversity of the school's alumni. 1994. Issues contain reports of the humani- Current circulation is 30,000. tarian organization's achievements and in- form members of upcoming events and activities. The newsletter is mailed to mem- bers and contributors.

50 E. NORTH TEMPLE INSCAPE SALT LAKE CIX LJT 84150 HUMANITIES PUBLlCATION CENTER 801/531-2951 CRANDALL HOUSE WEST (CRWH) Founded in 1971 along with the Ensign and BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY EXPONENT I1 the New Era, the ~ri&dis the official LDS PROVO, UT84602 PO. BOX 128 publication for children. The magazine pub- 8011378-4455 ARLINGTON, MA 021 74-0002 lishes monthly to a circulation of 194,000. BYU has published a student literary journal 61 71868-3464 ~ubscri~tionsare$10 (one year). for year', but since 1981 the title has re- Exponent 11 is an independent, volunteer or- mained Inscape. The publication comes out -ganization that publishes a quarterly.-- paper twice a year, in fall and winter semesters, and addressing women's issues in an LDS context. GAMO-NEWSLETTER contains student personal essays, poetry, lit- Founded in 1974, Exponent I1 has a reader- GAMOFITES: GAY MORMON FATHERS erary criticism, short stories, and plays. ship of approximately2,500. The editors so- PO. BOX 3104 licit and publish fiction, poetry, book ONTARIO, CA 91 761 reviews, and readers' responses; however, the 8191369-1280 INSIDE COUGAR REPORT newspaper's foundation is the personal Gamofites publishes pre- and post-confer- 925 NORTH MAIN STREET essay-the written description of the au- ence newsletters preceding and following SPRINGVILE, UT 84663-1051 thor's life journey in her own voice. Exponent each of its semiannual retreats. Submissions 8001759-2665 I1 is committed to providing a forum for relevant to gay Mormon fathers are welcome. FAX: 8011373-5489 women to exchange their experiences in an Since 1992, Inside Cougar Report has utilized atmosphere of trust and acceptance, and sees a network of subscribers to gather up-to-the- itself as a forum for the celebration of the minute insider information. analisis. and strength and diversity of women. opinion about BW sports. The four-page weekly newsletter is not officially affiliated

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with BYU and is edited and produced by -- Provo's Daily Herald sports editor, Dick IOWA MORMON TRAILS JOURNAL OF MORMON HISTORY Harmon. Subscriptions cost $49.95 a year or ASSOCIATION, INC. NEWSLETTER PO. BOX 7010 $11.95 a quarter. 500 EAST TAYLOR UNIVERSITY STATION CRESTON, lA 50801 PROVO, UT 84602 This quarterly newsletter keeps those inter- The Journal of Mormon History is published INSIGHT ested in the preservation of ~ormonpioneer twice a year by the Mormon History 186 HGB trails updated on cumnt projects. Association. Articles focus on all aspects of BRIGHAM YOUNG UNNE~1l-Y Subscriptions are available with membership LDS history from a variety of perspectives. PROVO, UT 84602 in the association. Single copies can be purchased for $8, but 8011378-3553 subscriptions are included in the $15 mem- This student journal publishes nonfiction bership fee (or $27.50 with joint member- and scholastic articles -on all topics. Since ship in J\NHA). 1985, Insight has been distributed free of charge to the BYU student body at least two times a year. Historical Association Journal KULA MANU JOHN WHITMER HISTORICAL DIVISION OF LANGUAGE, LITERATURE 6 ASSOCIATION JOURNAL COMMUNICATlONS PO. BOX 1485 BYU-HAWAII GRACELAND COLLEGE BOX 1964

Ih-l. LAMONI, JA 50140 WE,HI 96762-1294 AN ANCIENT WINDOW .---- .---- An annual publication since 1981, this RLDS Since 1962, Kula Manu has been the journal INSIGHTS: AN ANCIENT WINDOW historical journal has a subscribership of of student literature and fine arts at BYU- EA.R.M.5 450. Subscriptions are included in the $15 Hawaii. The journal is published annually at PO. BOX 7113 membership fee ($27.50 joint membership the end of each semester and distributed free UNIVERSIN STATION in MHA). to students. PROVO, UT 84602 8001327-6715 FAX: 8011378-3724 JOURNAL OF BOOK OF MORMON Insights, the newsletter of the Foundation for STUDIES LDS Clrurclr News ~ncient Research and Mormon Studies EA.RM.S. LDS CHURCH NEWS (EA.R.M.s.),keeps readers informed con- PO. BOX 71 13 PO. BOX 1257 cerning the latest developments in Book of UNrvERSIN STA27ON 30 EAST 100 SOUTH Mormon studies and scholarship. The PROVO. UT 84602 SALT LAKE CITI: UT 841 11 newsletter announces publication of Review 8001327-6715 80112.37-21 41 of Books on the Book of Mormon andJournal of A semiannual soft-bound publication, the The ws C'hurch News is published by the Book of Mormon Studies as well. Subscription Journal includes scholarly essays about Book each Saturday as a section of the is $12 per year (six issues), $6 for students. of Mormon topics. Subscription information newspaper and has been since 1930. It is and release dates are available through available throughout Utah where the Deseret Insights, the EA.R.M.S. newsletter. News can be obtained through home delivery INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE or single-copy purchase. Approximate circu- 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE lation is 65,000. In addition, LD~Church SALT LAKE CITI: UT 84150 JOURNAL OF COLLEGIUM News is mailed to a subscription base of 8011240-2490 AESCULAPIUM 160,000 throughout the world each week. Beginning- - in 1945 with the semi-official, THE BRlGHAM YOUNG UNIVEFSIN Cost of a yearly subscription (outside Utah) Spanish-language Liahona magazine, interna- ACADEMY OF MEDICINE is $16. The LDS Church News reports on the tional ~atteidaiSaints have kceived trans- PO. BOX 7424 growth and occurrences of the LDs church lated versions oi what has come to be known BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY and its leadership throughout the world simply as the International Magazine. Now PROVO, Ur 84602 fully official, the magazine is printed 8011378-6748 monthly in Chinese, Danish, Dutch, English, 8011378-2513 Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, A semiannual publication, the Journal of Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Samoan, Collegium Aesculapium features articles of in- Spanish, Swedish, and Tongan; bi-monthly terest to LDS students and professionals in the in Indonesian and Thai; and quarterly in medical field. Subscriptions are available Bulgarian, Czech, Hungarian, and Icelandic. with membership. ~achlanguage has its o& title and subscrip- tions range from $9 to $14, US., per year.

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-. LEGACY MORMON FORUM DAUGHTERS OF UTAH PIONEERS 1441-4 KAMITOKIMUNE 300 NORTH MAIN STREET KLJDAMATSU SHI SALT LAKE CITE: UT 84103 YAMAGUCHI KEN 744 8011538-1 050 ]APAN Legacy is the official publication of Daughters Mormon Forum, an eighty-two page semian- LATTER-DAY DIGEST of Utah Pioneers, published quarterly and nual magazine in Japanese, is modeled after PO. BOX 1510 available to dues-paying members. The SUNSTONEand Dialogue, but produced en- OREM, UT 84059 newsletter keeps members posted on up- tirely by Japanese LDs scholars, many em- 8011221 -0893 coming events and publications, as well as ployed at Japanese universities. It deals with Published monthly since 1992, Latter-day significant news and obituaries from local current issues in the LD~community, such as Digest has grown to a circulation of over chapters. racial discrimination, evolution, women and 6,000. Modeled after the ReaderS Digest, this the priesthood, and cultural "religious bag- magazine publishes feature articles, short gage." A two-year subscription is $25. stories, and personal essays from and for LITERATURE AND BELIEF mainstream Mormons. One yeark subscrip- 3076-EJKHB tion (twelve issues) is $29 ($30.81 for Utah BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY MORMON HERITAGE MAGAZINE residents). PROVO, UT 84602 924 N. MAIN 8011378-3073 SPRINGVILLE, UIT 84663 BYU's Center for the Study of Christian Values 8011489-4084 in Literature has publihed Literature and Since February 1994, Mormon Heritage Belief since 1981. The journal is comprised of Magazine has provided readers with "feature academic articles on the intersection of world articles about prominent Latter-day Saints, literature and religious life. Produced annu- great events, [and] heart breaking sacrifices" ally, individual issues cost $5 ($7 outside the in articles that explore Mormon history A U.S.). one-year subscription (six issues) costs $18.

LATTER-DAY WOMEN PO. BOX 1510 MORMON HISTORY ASSOCIATION @mtvawA Found NEWSLETTER 8011221 -0893 PO. BOX 701 0 Since its premiere in November of 1993 as a LOST & FOUND UNIVERSITY STATION "sistern magazine to Latter-Day Digest, Latter- VETERANS ASSOCIATION FOR SERVICE PROVO, UT 84602 day Women has hoped to be "a voice for ACTNITIS ABROAD This newsletter, sent quarterly to MHA mem- mainstream LDS women." Aside from fea- PO. BOX 17815 bers, keeps readers up to date in the field of turing profiles on prominent LDS women, the SALT LAKE ClTY UT 84117-081 5 Mormon history, posts research queries, and monthly magazine publishes features, short 80112 78- 7674 announces upcoming meetings. stories, and poetry. Subscription rates are Lost C Found is the official newsletter of the $29 for twelve issues ($30.81 for Utah resi- Veterans Association for Service Activities dents). Abroad. Published on a slightly irregular basis, copies are sent to members and associ- ates of v&, updating them on the organi- zationk progress and upcoming events. MORMON PIONEER NATIONAL HIS- TORIC TRAIL NEWSLETTER THE LEADING EDGE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR 3162JKHB 68 Love %tes NATIONAL PARK SERVICE BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY LOVE NOTES ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGIONAL OFFICE PROVO, UT 84602 do THOMAS DAVIS RMR-PP 80113 78-4455 96 SOUTH 1000 WEST 12795 WEST AlAh4ANDA PKWY: Since 1981, BYU students have edited and OREM, UT 84058 PO. BOX 25287 published the Leading Edge, a journal of sci- Love Notes is a New Age journal intended to DENVER, CO 80225-0287 ence fiction and fantasy writing. Published provide a forum for the emloration of the ef- 3031969-2834 three times a year, it has a circulation of fectiveness of love in resolving personal, mar- Once a year the U.S. National Parks Service around 400. Subscription rates are $8 per ital, religious, social, political, and prints a newsletter containing updates and year. international conflicts. subscriptions are free. information on the project of preserving and administering the Mormon Pioneer Trail. Interested persons can request to be placed on the mailing list.

PAGE 60 DECEMBER 1994 With its NovemberAecember 1993 issue, the magazine took on a more professional look, including color photography, high- quality paper, and more room for feature arti- MORMON WOMEN'S FORUM: AN LDS cles. It still affirms the mission set forth in its FEMINIST QUARTERLY first issue: "to promote the spirit and courage PO. BOX 58281 of the pioneers of the West." A year's sub- SALT JAKE CITY, UT 84158-0281 scription (six issues) is $12.50. 801/297-2120 801/370-3839 NEW ERA FAX: 801/364-4256 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE RELIGIOUS STUDIES CENTER Mormon Women's Forum: An WS Feminist SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84150 NEWSLETTER Quarterly is published by the Mormon 801/531-2951 270JSB Women's Forum. Articles, letters, and re- The Church established the New Era in 1971 BRIGHAM YOUNG UNlVERSITY views focus on feminist issues in a Mormon in order to appeal to people ages twelve to PROVO, UT 84602 context. A one year's subscriptionis $12 ($17 eighteen. The New Era is to provide "a posi- 801/378-2706 outside the U.S.). tive, uplifting voice for young people" and The Religious- Studies Center Newsletter is pub- show them that "righteous living is the only lished three times a year-in January, May, source of peace and happiness." The New Era and September-and provides updates on MORMONISM RESEARCHED is published monthly and has a circulation of symposiums, books, and research sponsored MORMONISM RESEARCH MINISTRY over 200,000. Subscriptions are $10 a year. by the center. Your name can be added to the PO. BOX 20705 mailing list by calling the above number. EL CAJON, CA 92021-0955 TELJFAX: 619/447-3873 A quarterly anti-Mormon publication, RESTORATION Mormonism Researched compares U)S doc- c/o STEVEN SHIELDS trines with traditional ~iblicalChristianity, NEWS AND VIEWS 123 OAK AVENUE, #308 hoping to prove the former's falsehood. ENTERPRISE MENTORS EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245-2385 Subscriptions are free. 510 MARYVIUE COLLEGE DR, SUITE 21 0 2 13/322-0449 ST LOUIS, MO 63141 The occasional journal Restoration focuses on 314/453-0006 more than fif6 churches and other Latter NAWOO JOURNAL 3 14/453-9700 Day Saint groups, but concentrates on his- 433 EAST 300 SOUTH News and Views is published by Enterprise tory and issues of interest to RLDS and LDS HYRUM, UT84319 Mentors, an organization to assist commu- church members. Since 1989 the Early Mormon Research nity development. The newsletter contains Institute has published this journal, which reports on the organization's progress, infor- has evolved into a semiannual publication mation on upcoming events, and articles re- with issues in spring and autumn. The lated to the organization's mission. It is Journal was established "to make available in mailed to members and contributors. one source a wide variety of information to RESTORATION TRAIL FORUM the researcher of individuals and families be- THEJOURNAL OF LATTER DAY SAINT longing to the Mormon Church in the United OUTREACH HISTORY States and Canada during 1830-1850." PO. BOX 50833 1034 WEST LEXlNGTON Subscription rates are $18 per year (two is- PAL0 ALTO, CA 94303 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050 sues). 415/321-7118 816/836-4671 Outreach is the official singles newsletter of Restoration Trail Forum is the semiannual the Menlo Park region of the DSchurch. publication of the Restoration Trail keeping IDS singles in the greater Bay area up Foundation and is devoted to information to date on activities and relevant information. about RLD~history and the preservation of NEW DlRECTlONU RIDS historical sites. Original articles are so- A NFW D1RFTTIT)N licited, but the Forum welcomes submissions and comments from readers. Subscriptions are available with contribution to the Foundation.

Mormonism and being gay or lesbian; reli- PIONEER gion and homosexuality in general; and in- 3301 WT2920 SOUTH RESTORATION VOICE formative articles on various aspects of the SALT JAKE ClnUT 84109 915 EAST 23RD STREET gay and lesbian identity" Subscriptions are 801/484-4441 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 $25 for one year, $45 for two. Sample copies Founded in 1936, Pioneer is the bimonthly Restoration Voice is published six times a year are $5. publication of the Sons of the Utah Pioneers. by Cumorah Books, Inc., a non-profit corpo-

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ration composed of RLDS members and inde- pendent of the official NDS church. The SALT LAKE cIn MESSENGER STAFF NOTES magazine "proclaims the Gospel of Jesus PO. BOX 1884 c/o LAVONNE VAN ORDEN Christ and its restoration to the earth; affirms SALT LAKE CITY, UT 841 10 PO. BOX 3281 the divinity of the Inspired Version of the 801 1485-8894 SALT LAKE CIX UT 841 10-3281 Bible, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and This free anti-Mormon publication was es- Staff Notes is an independent bi-monthly Covenants, and promotes the establishment tablished in 1964 by Modem Microfilm Co. newsletter for LDS musicians and choristers, of Zion-the Kingdom of God on earth." Since 1983 it has been published by Utah featuring suggestions for congregational and Restoration Voice is mailed free to inquirers Lighthouse Ministry with the intent "to in- choir singing, hints for organists, information and is supported entirely by free-will dona- form readers on the latest research on new on new hymns, and idea exchanging. It is tions. and old Mormon documents and to inform mailed to inquirers free of charge, but dona- of the latest developments in research." The tions are appreciated and $5 postage is re- Salt Lake City Messenger is published three or quired of international subscribers. four times yearly and has a readership of 18,000. STANDARD EXAMINER CHURCH REUNION NEWS PO. BOX 9451 PO. BOX 951 SALT LAKE CITY, LJT 841 09 OGDEN, UT 8441 2 8011272-3806 801/394-7711 The newsletter of Family Fellowship, this SAN DIEGO SEAGULL This publication, a separate section of the publication features essays and news by and 5628 DEL CERRO AVENUE ogden-based ~tandard'Examinernewspaper for individuals who are supportive relatives SAN DIEGO. CA 92120 since 1981, covers news of local churches in of gay and lesbian Mormons. A one-year sub- 619/286-9711 Utah Box Elder, Weber, Morgan, and Davis scription (six issues) is $10. An independent DS publication serving San counties. Published each Saturday, it has a ~ie~o-areamembers bf the LDs church, the circulation of close to 60,000. Seagull was founded in 1981 and has a circu- REVIEW OF BOOKS ON THE BOOK OF lation of 6,000. MORMON EA.RM.S. SmRm PO. BOX 71 13 SINGLESAINTS An Independent Forum (or Qludenl Thought UNlVERSIN STATION 16104 128TH AVENUE, SE STUDENT REVIEW PROVO, UT 84602-71 13 RENTON, WA98058 FOUNDATION FOR STUDENT THOUGHT 8001327-671 5 206/235-6422 PO. BOX 221 7 A scholarly, soft-bound, annual publication, Singlesaints is a quarterly newsletter "for PROVO, UT 84603 Review of Books on the Book of Mormon prints single, divorced, aid widowed LDs church 801/3 77-2980 reviews of recent books that have content members," featuring articles, stories, and Student Review is an independent student concerning the Book of Mormon, whether classified ads. magazine at BYU. Since 1986, SR has pub- they treat the text as an ancient document or lished weekly during fall and winter semes- as a nineteenth-century work. Subscription ters, and monthly during spring and summer information is available through the SSSML NEWSLETTER terms. "Because Student Review is an open EA.R.M.S. newsletter. SOClETY FOR THE SOClOLOGICAL STUDY forum, all students are equally eligible to OF MORMON LIFE submit articles . . . [which] should examine c/o PERRY CUNNINGHAM life at BYU-sometimes humorously, some- RESEARCH INFORMATION DlVISlON times critically, but always sensitively" The 50 E. NORTH TEMPLE, 18TH FLOOR Review welcomes submissions from LDS col- SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84150 lege students at schools other than BW. The SSSML Newsletter is a sporadic publica- Subscription rates are $15 for one year SAINTS HERALD tion of the association with the same name. It (roughly thirty issues). 3225 SOUTH NOLAND ROAD lists information on upcoming events, pro- INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055 fessional conferences and publications re- - 8OOff67-8181 lated to religious studies, and bibliographic STUDY AND FAITH Saints Herald is the official magazine of the information on books and articles relevant to BYU STUDIES Reorganized Church of Jesus ~hristof Latter the study of Mormonism. The newsletter is 2246 SFLC Day Saints. The monthly magazine is com- sent to members. PROVO, UT 84602 prised mostly of feature stories and updates 801 1378-6691 on the worldwide church. Subscription rates FAX: 801 /378-5254 are $20.80 per year. Study and Faith is a small newsletter included with each quarterly issue of Brigham Young University Studies, keeping subscribers posted on upcoming projects and events.

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published four times a year with a circulation bf 20,000. oneyear subscriptions are $11.95 (foreign $16.95).

SUNSTONE Vigor 331 SOUTH RIO GRANDE, SUITE 206 VIGOR SALT We: CIX UT 84101 ADVICE AND COMMENTARY ON MORMON LIFE FAX: 8011355-4043 HATRACK RIVER Since 1974, when a group of LDS graduate PO. BOX 18184 students decided to create a journal for GREENSBORO, NC 2 741 9-81 84 Mormon thought, scholarship, and arts and Vigol; a publication of Orson Scott Card's letters. SUNSTONE has grown to become one Hatrack River since 1993, is "an open con- of themost widely disLbuted independent UPLIFT versation among the Saints about the Mormon publications. SUNSTONE is pub- LATTER-DAY SAlNTS FOR CULTURAL common problems, challenges, and opportu- lished eight times a year by the Sunstone AWARENESS nities that we face in ordinary Mormon life in Foundation, a non-profit corporation with 498 EAST 630 NORTH our wards and stakes. . . . Activites that no official connection to the LD~church. An UNDON, UT 84042-1555 worked well; problems you faced and over- eight-issue subscription (U.S. or foreign sur- UphJt is a quarterly newsletter published by came; problems you're still facing and would face mail) is $32, $59 for sixteen issues, or Latter-day Saints for Cultural Awareness, like to have advice about; anecdotes about $83 for twenty-four issues. International air whose mission is to "proclaim the gospel of funny or wonderful things that happened in mail subscriptions are $64 for eight issues, Jesus Christ through personal testimony and your ward; tips and tricks for handling $123 for sixteen issues, and $179 for twenty- perfect the Saints by increasing their aware- common situations from basketball to ward four issues. Bona fide student and missionary ness of other ethnic groups through cultural dinners, from printed sacrament meeting subscriptions are $10 less than the above awareness and faith-promoting history." programs to Sunday School lessons-just rates. Subscriptions are free. write it down and send it in!" Subscriptions to Vigor are $12 (12 issues).

Theocentric VOICES A FORUM FOR FEMINIST THOUGHT THEOCENTRIC EISTORICAL QUARTERLY AT BYU 1724 DREXEL DRIVE UTAH HISTORICAL QUARTERLY 445 ELWC LEMON GROVE, CA 94945 C/OUTAH STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROVO, UT 84602 6191465-7520 300 RIO GRANDE Voices, a journal for student feminist thought, Theocentric is the unofficial publication of the SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101 is published irregularly by VOICE: BW5 San Diego chapter of Affirmation: Gay and 8011533-6024 Committee to Promote the Status of Women. Lesbian Mormons. Aside from printing orig- Utah Historical Quarterly has been published Inquiries and submissions dealing with femi- inal or previously published articles of in- by the Utah State ~iitoricalsociety since nist issues are welcome. terest, Theocentric keeps its readership 1928, producing "articles, documents, and informed of activities in the San Diego area reviews contributing to a knowledge of and elsewhere. Utah's history." Subscriptions are available WASATCH REVIEW INTERNATIONAL with membership fees: $20 for individuals PO. BOX 1017 and institutions; $15 for students and senior OREM, UT 84059 citizens. Wasatch Review International, founded in 1992, seeks to explore Mormon culture through short stories, poetry, personal essays, UTAH STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY drama, and book reviews. The literature they THIS PEOPLE NEWSLETTER publish does not seek to affirm or disaffirm PO. BOX 2250 c/o UTAH STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Church doctrine or policy, but to explore SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84110 300 RIO GRANDE Mormons as human beings and their -rela-

801-~ /581-0881 -- ~~ SALT lAKE CITY UT 84101 tionshi~to the world thev live in. Published Founded in 1979, This People is a privately 801/533-5755 semiannually with a circulation of 500, owned, independent LDs magazine pub- Since 1950, the Utah State Historical Society Wasatch Review is $10 for a year's subscrip- lished by ~tahAlliance publishing, I&. Its has published its newsletter bimonthly. tion. goal is tb enrich the lives of its readers in a subs&iptions are available to members. manner consistent with LD~values yet uniquely different from other media, with columns. articles. and ~rofileschosen for their ability to 'stimulAte, uplift, inform andlor entertain its readers. This People is

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THE WITNESS FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH ON ALMA-L EYRING-L ANCIENT AMERICA The Witness is published quarterly by the the organizers of ALMA-L, "we are all mis- POSTINGS: poems that are implicitly LDS in tone, theme, (LDS).This is a low-key message board on This ~oupconsists of "gay- Mormons with treatment, or content, and is published irreg- gospel topics and answers to varying degrees of involvement in the gay ularly by Callings. Subscription rate is $3 per Under keyword: Religion; Heading: community and/or the LDS church and their issue. Christian Doctrine & Theology; Folder: IDS friends. It is meant to serve as a safe space for Topics & Discussion, a more "heated discus- gay Mormons who may feel isolated." sion" takes place. ZA RAHEMLA Also on America Online, Kathryn Kidd monitors an invitation-only group called GENIE RECORD Nauvoo, and Orson Scott Card referees a HELP: --- The magazine is sent to anyone who con- ative fringe issues are appropriate. Topical is- ZION'S ADVOCATE HELP: Newell Wright sues are gospel related. This is not a forum CHURCH OF CHRIST [email protected] for political or social issues." 200 SOUTH RlVER BOULEVARD POSTINGS: amgar-net@ bo1is.q-bay.0~ PO. BOX 472 This billboard consists of news and discus- - INDEPENDENCE, MO 64051-0472 sion of BYU sports. L.A.M.ES. (LATTER-DAY SAINT 816/833-3995 ASSOCIATION OF MATHEMATICAL 816/833-3914 AND PHYSIl "Zion's Advocate is the official publication of ~AL ) and maintains lished monthly, and subscriptions for journal hopes to see its first issue on-line an e-mail database of those studying or members are paid for by church funds. Non- shortly CUMORAHeJOURNAL is now looking working in chemhiochem, math, computer members may subscribe at $4 per year (for- for writers, reviewers, and other volunteers: scien~e;~eologyphysidastronomy, or statis- eign add 50 cents). tics.

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Lesbian Mormons, membership in

LDS-NET MORMONISM- -- - AND SCIENCE- - Affirmation is not required. between LDS members anywhere this net- MORONI work will reach through telecommunica- cmajordorno@zilkernet> edw tions. This network is not a place for HELP: Lance W Bledsoe

Mnrmnn-. is a ...... ~UD.~------Fidoner- -- - - discussion-- - - - 0- - --r character assassinations and insults. dealing with topics of general Mormon in- This is a private group accessible only by Messages not meeting guideline require- terest.-~e~uestsubscription information at password. All conversations are in Japanese. ments will not be posted. the above address or at 1: 1041424.0. For more information, Internet users may connect via telnet to .

MORMON NETNEWS GROUP alt.religion.mormon> [NO NAME] WORLD WIDE WEB is a good place to start on

This anything-goes netnews group-. is acces- HELP: SamJam Micott the Internet. This web page has pointers to sible through host Internet news servers.

MORMON-L ZION [email protected] PRODIGY cmajordomo@zilkernet> HELP: Arden Eby To get to the Mormon section of this popular lab. alaskaedw Perhaps the best-known LDS electronic dis- commercial computer network service, jump POSTINGS: don@zilkernet> cussion group, MORMON-L has survived a to "God of the Book," then select "Latter-day ZION is a conservative list "for those who find number of relocations and remains as busy Saints." Free-for-all discussion on joy in following our Savior, Jesus Christ, and and unrestrained as ever. To request informa- Mormonism can also be found in "Not the those whom He has sent to lead us, the apos- tion, post a message at the first address Party Line." tles and prophets of the LDS church." Its above. owners consider it a "refuge from discussions of feminism, homosexuality, etc." Q-SAINTS MORMONET cdec [email protected]> 8011752-5059. or [email protected]> MormoNet is a small FidoNet discussion net- This list is for "an own and welcoming- com- work between Bountiful and Logan. To sub- munity of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people scribe, get an account directly on "Dan and their friends and family from LD~and Bachman's BBS (Zion's Cache). RLDs backgrounds." Although the list is oper- ated by members of Affirmation: Gay &

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