/r/Mormon is a subreddit for articles and topics of interest to people interested in Mormon themes. They thought he was a moron, a moron who was married with a wife and a small child who was squandering talents given from God, turning down all that economic opportunity for himself and his young family. Reading or replaying the story in its He had served as a Counselor in the First Presidency of the Church since November 10, 1985. Oh, well. Everyone freaked out that the Mormons would cancel the show. But for that to be the calling card for church members, the thing that sets them apart, is misplaced. for this different, more expansive proclamation.6. And. Well that quote is not in the scriptures lets see what the actual scriptures say: "The teachers duty is to watch over the church always, and be with and strengthen them; And see that there is no iniquity in the church, neither hardness with each other, neither lying, backbiting, nor evil speaking; And see that the church meet together often, and also see that all the members do their duty." Over time, before the LHM Group bought the stations, personnel changed, the Jazz-affiliated station lured away some talent, and the competition was fierce. I'm glad Gordon still writes for a newspaper and provides the sporting news for those who don't read their news online or by podcast. Yeah, this would cost the church a stack of cash, reducing its financials considerably. It wasnt so much that he loved algebra or geometry or trigonometry or the confines of the classroom. Some students laughed out loud at that. The mission experience can be a heavenly thing for some people, and for others it can be hellish especially when they are pushed and pulled into it. Editor's note: President Thomas S. Monson passed away January 2, 2018. So what. As a former member, I realize that backlash can come quickly. Do not lord over them with direct orders or by implication. Gordon was compensated greatly. The Cougar freshman was given a flagrant-2 foul and ejected from the game, and the video went viral on the web. All rights reserved. On the other hand, some readers and responders applauded his commitment to his beliefs, considering that commitment nothing short of inspiring. This may be the right one. Content Creator. Husband. Who do we want to replace those that leave the Zone/97.5? Hunter. Family is encouragement without expectations. The Salt Lake Tribune, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public charity and contributions are tax I hope he finds something new. Like most things in religion, like most things should be in religion, its left up to the individual to decide, a little thing called agency, and its left up to everyone else to withhold negative judgment. He can move in with Tanner in PDX. Gordon Monson is a Mormon sports writer for the Salt Lake Tribune (a publication started by the Godbeites to attack church leaders and policies-. He called back within 15 minutes and said the radio company wanted to meet with us at 10 a.m. the next day. That station was what became 1280 AM The Zone, later adding 97.5 FM The Zone. Before and after the Miller Family sold the Jazz and the station in separate deals to Ryan Smith, the overall spirit of the station remained. According to church doctrine, Satan wanted to take agency away and force everyone to do everything just one way. Sometimes, that judgment is not withheld. But if he repent not he shall not be numbered among my people, that he may not destroy my people (3Nephi 18:31). Family is comfort. His cohost tried to tell him time after time don't do the "Not Sporting News of the Day" but Gordon would never listen and neither did I. Maybe I wouldn't have officially and so bombastically left the church if you were in charge. Gordon Monson: The real story of the real hope for 97.5 and 1280 Not a fan, but sad for anyone losing their job. Never pressure or guilt anyone into filling a church calling. Estimated read time: 3-4 Karl Malone threatened to beat up a host. It is known from one corner of the Earth to the other as the Church Whose Members Do Not Drink and Smoke. Doing business on Sunday is frowned upon, and the influences of that can be seen all around Utah, where many stores, restaurants and services are either closed or limited. He was a fervent believer, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who had made a habit of scripture study and, in this particular case, he was following with strict interpretation and adherence to what he had read. only for your personal, non-commercial use. Over the past seven seasons, we saw the ups and downs. Not on the show today? Is a walk around the neighborhood OK, but a hike in the mountains not OK? ), Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune. Is this a health issue or a strict control-and-obedience deal? It would be a good idea to extinguish negative feelings, as well as feelings of inferiority or superiority for having done this or that or not having done this or that. In some cases, including my 20-year radio duration, he is directly responsible for breaking many into the business. Family is constant. I liked the family proclamation part a lot. Too bad for him. Was it because I also worked for The Salt Lake Tribune, and that didnt sit well with KSL and its owners, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? (Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Gordon Monson. Removing the idea that turning down a calling in the church is a sin would be a priority. What is that fascination exactly? All posts are copyrighted by their author. Which, of course, he does not define but which he implies is some sort of unconditional affirmation (which is not the way Christ defined love). when people say he is loadedhow much is loaded. Its the type of love that makes us feel at home no matter where we are. Its funny, Im laughing at it, but it cannot be real. (Paul Fraughton | The Salt Lake Tribune) Gordon Monson, left, and Kevin Graham on the air in 2007. Not a rebel. Nay, ye cannot say this; for that same spirit which doth possess your bodies at the time that ye go out of this life, that same spirit will have power to possess your body in that eternal world." For that matter, go ahead and make it OK for BYU to play on Sunday, too, removing all the inconveniences and impositions put upon opposing teams and schools and leagues, having to make special arrangements for the Cougars and only the Cougars. Id like to be wealthy as much as the next guy. 2:472-Minute Listen. Somebody should represent the fan. The three daughters and wife of Dori Monson are still living. Within months, after adding our morning show, the station was off and running, consistently remaining atop the ratings for sports radio. GordonMonson Amen, Brother! Monson: BYU growing a reputation as the 'dirtiest school in college SALT LAKE CITY Utah sports radio lost a legend last week, one whose accomplishments over the last 25 years are the standard in a competitive and precarious industry. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. But managed and operated by Bonneville/KSL. Try riding around on a bike all day, day after day, in a suit and tie, winter and summer, handing out copies of the Book of Mormon, pouring heart and soul into the endeavor. Hopefully they can discuss this so it does not become a pattern. Maybe a shout here and there. Gordon Monson is a Mormon sports writer for the Salt Lake Tribune (a publication started by the Godbeites to attack church leaders and policies- true story). Michelle Monson Mosure's affidavit, for example, would have been admissible in 2001 the year she was killed but would have been inadmissible under Crawford three years later. Miller's group then sold the operation to Smith Entertainment Group in May 2021. Adventure Lover. It would also be a better look for the church overall, given the immense stock and investment portfolio the organization has. Goodbye, Gordon Hayward, we hardly knew you. Heres what would be much better: For them to be known for their charity, for their Christlike acts, for their contributions to society. Hello! But I always came back to the feeling that I shouldnt. Honestly, it's really creepy when this has happened to me over the last 20+ yrs. Another called a high-ranking Utah administrator a liar. In each role, he makes the recipient feel like the most important person in the moment to him. No pity needed for me. Gordon Monson should know better. - Thoughful Faith Patbagley GordonMonson Good list. The Salt Lake Tribune, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public charity and contributions are tax I was coming to the end of the line anyway, planning to walk away on my own. A laugh a minute. Click here to read Gordon full article. The living is strict on a mission: Up at an early hour, studying scriptures, pounding on doors all day and contacting people in other ways, teaching doctrinal principles, being rejected, being rewarded, being rejected some more, working 16-hour days. There were times when I decided to play pro ball. Lets change the ruck rule, he said. Inter-Faith Advocate. Thats a gigantic point that I already mentioned and will hammer, again and again, because of its importance. Advance warning: We're going to talk religion here, so if you have an aversion to that, stop reading here and now. All sides of all topics? He'll go back to 1320 and bring them all with him. The article was published for subscribers only so there's a paywall. Do not seek entertainment or make purchases on this day. Gordon Monson: Utah fans are everywhere, worshiping at college footballs cathedralTheres something about the Rose Bowl and its mystique, its history, its draw that brings people in. Editor's column: Gordon Monson, BYU and Mormons And the millions of dollars that came with it. What a remarkably interesting man. Get ready for more Ute coverage. Sports is usually a good. They are in a circle the wagons mood. Gordon Monson has been a columnist at The Salt Lake Tribune since 1993. Instead, secondary stuff such as avoiding the use of tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea, etc., would be made optional and lessened as a signature for members around the globe. The report from the gossip site also claims Bradys push into standup comedy is a ploy to get his family back. This archived news story is available One bit of advice: Let faith bridge your own gaps. GordonMonson Who is Gordon Monson? Monson was caught up in a business decision between the Jazz and Bonneville International Corp., which will manage the daily operations of The Zone Sports Network (97.5 FM and 1280 AM). Listeners phoning in on sports-talk radio shows were fired up. Theres a place for cleanliness and hygiene when it comes to presenting oneself as a messenger from God. Not saying there arent benefits to avoiding certain endeavors of consumption, especially in excess. Monson: BYU should offer an open hand, not a clenched fist I'm Gordon Monson - CougarBoard They do not. Here's what lawmakers have directed schools to do, Can't take statins? Add in isolating these missionaries from family and friends, from normal emotional support, and expecting them to teach people about a gospel that might be strange to those people, hoping to change their beliefs and their lives, is a big, big ask. To those commenting: please stay on topic, remember to follow the community's rules, and message the mods if there is a problem or rule violation. On Friday, he used his column in the Salt Lake Tribune to say goodbye to the station he helped launch and give the new bosses a message. Family is a circle of strength and love the safest place for our hearts to rest. They each tells of young people experiencing very difficult times, some even life threatening events. Maybe an occasional palm to the forehead. New Jazz owner Ryan Smith bought the station last spring. . But if you read his article he is quite serious even if he makes a few funny one liners. (Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Gordon Monson. Just ask around.Donate more if you feel so inspired, but you dont have to do so in the name of good and Godliness.Drop the specific details and lose the personal confessions that should be left between each individual and God himself not an ecclesiastical leader who two or three years from now will transform back to the schlub who lives next door to you and your family. But with modern economics being what they are for most hardworking members everywhere, the strain and stress put upon believers who just want a certain quality of life would be lowered. They are loved, not condescendingly, not like pets in a cage, but like authentic equals. Gordon Monson on Twitter: "The LDS Church has more money than God. It Brady and supermodel Gisele Bundchen ended their marriage in 2022 after 13 years. GordonMonson He could have send a letter to the Q12, instead of whinnying on a leftist newspaper. When the Jazz took over ownership of the stations nine years ago, and ever since, managers with the team had always been fair to me, even though I likely ticked them off regularly, and there are many good people in that organization, top to bottom, who I respect. archived form does not constitute a republication of the story. "The Queer Polygamy Model leaves room for same-gender and same-sex sealings, whether they are non-romantic, such as between my sister and me, or homosexual, such as between two wives. KFAN+ will be the exclusive home of Minnesota womens hockey. You werent in the position or frame of mind at a certain time in your life to do the mission thing? minutes. WFAN afternoon host Evan Roberts thought he was reading a story from sports satire site Ballsack Sports while perusing the report. It's about what could and maybe should have happened off it. OK, since were starting a new year, lets try something wild and crazy here. Traduzioni in contesto per "Voglio dirvi quanto amo" in italiano-inglese da Reverso Context: Voglio dirvi quanto amo e apprezzo i miei devoti consiglieri, il presidente Gordon B. Hinckley e il presidente Thomas S. Monson. Football games will continue to air exclusively on KFAN. When I kept reading it thinking This cant be true, this cant be true, I started thinking to myself I hope its truehes going to suck, and its gonna be so funny. In one church manual, targeted toward young people, which appeared to be official, it read as follows: Sunday is not a day for shopping, recreation or athletic events. J. Gordon Monson - amazon.com . Gordon Monson: Please don't throw me out of the LDS Church for what I Perhaps youve noticed. You are somehow less? Im rooting for them. If a man is married to two women and the women are bisexual, they may choose to be sealed to each other and have a romantic and sexual relationship with each other as well as with their common husband." That was Jackson Guild's version of what happened during and after the natural. One host, with whom Im rather familiar, was told by a coach not to come here once every two years and ask that question. Not sure. Now that Bonneville International (owned by the church) now owns the radio station, Gordon Monson was let go. Politically I've been annoyed with KSL, but sports-wise they've been pretty fair, Actually a very good move. When the Cougars won, he did not follow through, thankfully. Monson was caught up in a business decision between the Jazz and Bonneville International Corp., which will manage the daily operations of The Zone Sports Network (97.5 FM and 1280 AM). Time. Not infrequently, with BYU such a big deal in this market, religion crossed over into sports. It is for discussions centered around agreements, disagreements, and observations about any of the institutional churches and their leaders, conduct, business dealings, teachings, rituals, and practices. Family is forever.. I'll eat a bowl of frosted flakes now in memory of his hair. KSL had long been rumored to covet what we built at 97.5 and 1280, wanting to solidify its connection to the Jazz and to build its own sports media empire. "What some readers and listeners don't know, he's a dedicated friend to many he truly cares. The two men sold the independent station Larry H. Miller Sports and Entertainment in 2012. All others make their own choices, according to their personal inspiration. That had a strong impact on me.. "He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. It's probably a contract issue/cost savings. You also can support us with a donation at Patreon.com/mormonland, where you can access gifts and transcripts of our Mormon Land podcasts.]. And then the steady climb. BIG XII Coug. He is at home commenting on what takes place on basketball . He also works in gameday communications for FC Cincinnati and additionally contributes to the AllBengals blog for Sports Illustrated. All rights reserved. (Its something I read on a wall somewhere written by someone at some time for families everywhere): Family is love without motive. Bonneville International, the company that manages KSL's TV and Newsradio efforts, announced a contractual agreement with the Smith Entertainment Group to run the programming and day-to-day operations of The Zone Sports Network on Thursday.The deal means that Jazz games will be simulcast on 1280 AM/97.5 FM (The Zone), while some regular-season games (when BYU games don't conflict) and all . Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage.