646: Missionaries Pt. 4: Tre Shortland - Tormented over "Self Abuse", Disillusioned by Uninspired Mission Leadership - a podcast by Dr. John Dehlin

Tre Shortland was raised in Oakland, CA as a bi-racial Mormon (Filipino mother and New Zealander/Maori father).  While he was very committed doctrinally to Mormonism, he was not crazy about Mormon culture, and was taught the fundamentals of critical thinking from a young age.  Prior to and during his mission, Tre was tormented by doubts, along with teachings and rules regarding "self abuse." For over a year on his mission Tre was taught that lack of success on his mission was due to these practices/weaknesses.  After becoming zone leader, Tre became aware of a sex scandal that reached the highest levels of missionary leadership. This is Tre’s story. 

The music for today's episode is from Tre's band: http://www.Seaviewmusic.com.  The song is called "Relativity."

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