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Episode 222: Unraveling the Threads-LDS Women Discuss the Personal Impact of Garment Policies w/ Maxine Hanks and Jody England Hansen

May 03, 2024 Valerie Hamaker
🔒 Episode 222: Unraveling the Threads-LDS Women Discuss the Personal Impact of Garment Policies w/ Maxine Hanks and Jody England Hansen
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Episode 222: Unraveling the Threads-LDS Women Discuss the Personal Impact of Garment Policies w/ Maxine Hanks and Jody England Hansen
May 03, 2024
Valerie Hamaker

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In this compelling episode of Latter Day Struggles, Valerie is joined by guests Jody England Hansen and Maxine Hanks for a crucial discussion on the recent new requirements around the temple garment and how recent changes to the meaning, purpose, and requirements of the temple garment lead earnest members to question the appropriate role of a church involving itself so intimately in the details of the lives of its members. Their discussion also centers around the historical evolution of temple garments from priestly vestments to everyday undergarments, questioning the theological shifts that have led to a complicated intersection between the symbolic and practical. They also explore fraught issues related to gender, control, and the personal impact on women’s sense of agency and identity connected to the garment. The episode highlights personal stories and historical insights, underscoring the vital importance that *anything* symbolic in nature can only be holy if personal interpretation is invited and honored. This content is very sensitive and only for those most committed to the work of the Latter Day Struggles platform. The producers and guests of this episode desire that those listening know that their only desire is to invite health and healing to their LDS community through the contents of this discussion. Please subscribe to hear this and all Friday episodes. 

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In this compelling episode of Latter Day Struggles, Valerie is joined by guests Jody England Hansen and Maxine Hanks for a crucial discussion on the recent new requirements around the temple garment and how recent changes to the meaning, purpose, and requirements of the temple garment lead earnest members to question the appropriate role of a church involving itself so intimately in the details of the lives of its members. Their discussion also centers around the historical evolution of temple garments from priestly vestments to everyday undergarments, questioning the theological shifts that have led to a complicated intersection between the symbolic and practical. They also explore fraught issues related to gender, control, and the personal impact on women’s sense of agency and identity connected to the garment. The episode highlights personal stories and historical insights, underscoring the vital importance that *anything* symbolic in nature can only be holy if personal interpretation is invited and honored. This content is very sensitive and only for those most committed to the work of the Latter Day Struggles platform. The producers and guests of this episode desire that those listening know that their only desire is to invite health and healing to their LDS community through the contents of this discussion. Please subscribe to hear this and all Friday episodes. 

SUBSCRIBE TO FRIDAY EPISODES BETWEEN 5/31/24 and 6/27/24: Premium content episodes of Latter Day Struggles can be accessed through ⁠a paid subscription⁠. Enjoy your first month of Friday episodes at a reduced cost of $3 as a thank you for joining the Latter Day Struggles subscriber community! Sign up here!⁠

WEBINAR: “Accepting Stages of Faith Within A Marriage” Valerie will host a webinar class for individuals and couples seeking guidance on how to stay united during a faith expansion experience. Special question/answer session directly after the webinar. Wednesday July 10th 8:30 CST. Come ask Val your burning questions and be part of the conversation! ⁠ Sign up here!⁠

SUPPORT: Like what you’re hearing at Latter Day Struggles Podcast? Make a one-time donation to ⁠her business Venmo account⁠ or become a recurring donor on Patreon⁠.⁠

CONSULTING: Interested in doing individual or couples work with Valerie or a member of her trained team? Time-limited packages with Valerie and extended work with her team of coaches and therapists are available ⁠...