Latter-Day Singles
Of course, as members, marriage is the end goal for salvation, but why is there a sense of urgency and rush?
The Little Eternal Death
Vampires have been around for centuries, shapeshifting to fit cultural beliefs and aesthetics to embody the anxieties of the time. While these depictions are meant to evoke fear, they simultaneously conjure up feelings of attraction.
Apple, Twist, Candy Cane: Part one
White, Red, Yellow, Black. Not fish, But people. Or rather, Their skin. A simple shade that has both nothing and yet everything to do with who they are. With who I am.
A Child’s Prayer
I never believed much in thoughts and prayers—they seemed to be a silly strategy to me. But I am scared, and I believe in prayer about as much as I believe in anything else these days. God, forgive me for wishing prayers worked.
Confession
I hide. I also ask and ask and ask. They say I sin by trusting truth more than the lies.
When To Stop
As someone who often finds herself “poking the bear” spiritually, it has been a struggle to know when it is time to let go.
Maybe I’m The Problem
For an hour and a half the tears build
It’s me I’m the problem
I lose control, making a scene in front of everyone
But everyone is only you, just you and me
The Death of Provo Thrifting (and How to Resurrect it)
The current incarnation of Provo thrifting has become corrupted. The Bins, once a sacred and connective place, is now a vicious hunting ground—and it's not just a problem with the Bins. Thrifting in general is no longer about finding that one piece that speaks to you; it has become a gold rush wherein prospectors hope to strike rich.
Let’s Talk About Litia: A Garment-Checking Case Study
In her interview, Litia revealed several distinguishing details about her life: she's a 31-year-old venture capitalist, native to Kahuku, and, most notably, she openly disclosed that her parents raised her in the Mormon faith. Wait, what?
John Curtis: Stand Up to Trump & Protect Democracy
On Monday, March 17, ahead of Rep. John Curtis’ lecture at BYU, a crowd gathered outside to send a clear message: Utahns want Curtis to stand up to Trump and defend democracy.
MULTI-LEVEL MORMONISM
“When a state-wide religion and culture has the Jy structure of an MLM, being recruited by an MLM 'missionary' may feel second-nature.”
Freddie Fox
“I don’t actually want to be married in a few months. I don’t want to have a husband at the age of twenty-two. I don’t want it!”
WRITTEN IN A RAINBOW NOTEBOOK
“Once you’ve shown someone technicolor, there’s no turning on the black and white.”
Thoughts Of A Biracial Child Of Divorce
You can’t say “it’s not about race”
When my white family is justifying
His claims
But my brown family
Is afraid and devastated
That who we voted for
Did not win
Man UP! The Path To Compassionate Masculinity
Kaden Nelson challengingly draws back the curtain on masculinity in this piece, “Man Up! The Path to Compassionate Masculinity.” Are you ready to talk about it?
America’s (But Not Utah’s) Pastime
A meditation on faith, fate, and the near-misses that shape us.
Maggie Mae The Glorified
A meditation on faith, fate, and the near-misses that shape us.
Bishop Roulette
Feeling lucky? Prodigal Press invites you to check out the Bishop Roulette instruction manual written by our very own Toni Aguiar to get the most out of your game experience. Will you get Bishop Peter Priesthood or Bishop Gae Rites? Only the article will tell...
This House is made of fear
“We sit inside, perfectly still, hoping that if we don’t move, they can’t see us.”
It’s (NOT) The End Of The World As We Know It
This year, Prodigal Press is recommitting to our community and our audience with a renewed emphasis on material action. In the coming months, we hope to publicize volunteer opportunities, partner with community organizations, and work to make our weird and wonderful Provo a better place for everyone in it.