LDS Church Caught Lying, Charlie Bird Breaking Point, Bishop Charged - Mormon News 9.4.26 | Ep. 2189

From Mormon Stories Podcast by Dr. John Dehlin

September 4, 2026 · 1h 59m

About this episode

The episode discusses recent headlines involving the LDS Church, including Charlie Bird's response to backlash, a bishop facing criminal charges, and the Church's financial growth.

On today’s episode of Mormon News, Meggan and John break down another busy week of headlines involving The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Charlie Bird says he is pulling back from sharing his journey to fatherhood after receiving horrific messages about his future family, including messages invoking LDS teachings. We look at the broader Mormon conversation surrounding Charlie and Ryan’s plans to become parents and where criticism of their family has gone. CHARLIE BIRD RESPONDS TO HORRIFIC BACKLASH https://www.instagram.com/p/DcqxX85mPeb/ A former LDS bishop in Utah is facing serious criminal charges after an undercover investigation led police to search his phone. According to court documents, Eric Hans Monson has been charged with three counts of exploitation. We look at what investigators say they found and why police specifically raised concerns about his former Church leadership position. FORMER LDS BISHOP FACES FELONY CHARGES https://www.abc4.com/news/crimes-against-children/former-lds-bishop-csam-charges/ The LDS Church’s massive investment portfolio is nearing another record high. New reporting from the Salt Lake Tribune looks at Ensign Peak’s latest numbers…

People in this episode

Hosts: Meggan, John

Topics covered

LDS Church news
Charlie Bird
Bishop charges
financial growth
Heber Valley Temple

Keywords

LDS Church
Charlie Bird
Eric Hans Monson
financial reserves
Heber Valley Temple

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Salt Lake Tribune

Places: Utah, Heber Valley