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Anti-Mormon protesters at the
October 2005 LDS General Conference
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has attracted critics
from its earliest days. These pictures provide a small glimpse at the efforts of
some critics of the Church. These pictures were taken by Allen Wyatt, October 1-2,
2005, in Salt Lake City, during an LDS General Conference. Protesters positioned
themselves around Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City, with most of them along
North Temple Street, between Temple Square and the Conference Center.
Under each picture you will find some comments by the photographer,
as well as some links that provide additional information that explain the
sensationalistic claims of the protesters.
The pictures provided here focus on the messages of the protesters.
While the methods of the protesters (waving signs, yelling, and otherwise being
obnoxious) may be unattractive, the messages of many of the signs can be readily
agreed with by many LDS. (Not all signs, but many.) That the protesters would
believe that the LDS don't agree with their message is troubling to many, and it
shows a profound misunderstand of LDS beliefs on the part of those protesting.
We allow all people to worship who, where, or what they may--and
trust the reader can determine if picketing during worship services is Christian
behavior.
Do the LDS trust Jesus?
Some are shocked when they hear claims that the LDS
believe Jesus and Lucifer (Satan) are brothers.
Do the LDS believe that Jesus and Lucifer are brothers?
Do the LDS believe in an afterlife and the judgment?
Do the LDS worship "another Jesus?"
How do the LDS view the Book of Mormon?
Do the LDS teach "another gospel?"
What do the LDS feel about the cross?
What do the LDS believe concerning prophets?
What do the LDS believe about God?
What do the LDS believe about drugs and other things that harm our bodies?
What do the LDS believe about salvation?
What are the place of faith, works, and grace in LDS theology?
What do the LDS believe about Hell?
A common "shock tactic" among protesters is to wave about
sacred temple clothing and mock the wearing of such. (This
protester is waving a pair of garments at the passing crowd.)
Why do the LDS wear special temple clothing?
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