As you know, after reading reviews prior to the Book of Mormon musical opening, this Well Behaved Mormon Women made a conscious choice to be offended! Since the opening of the play I've continued to read the reviews of those who have seen it -- both members and non-members. Of the few members that have seen it, they fail to compel me that there is any reason whatsoever to change my position.
Brother Otterson's article points to the inaccurate portrayal of two young LDS missionaries and their naivety in regard to leaving their podunk lives in Utah, as they head off to serve a mission in Uganda. He takes issue that the play potentially leaves its audience with a poor impression, that religion in general, are clueless to the suffering and plight of so many around the world.
Thank you, Brother Otterson, for taking the time to share correct information about the wonderful humanitarian efforts, specifically in Africa -- by the LDS Church.
You can read his entire post HERE.
tDMg
Kathryn
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