# The LDS Church’s Self-Destruction Cycle (And Why It Keeps Happening)

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Published: 2026-05-17T10:27:00+00:00
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The LDS (Mormon) Church Seems to Be Addicted to Accelerating Its Own Demise (in the U.S.)Every time the LDS Church publicly targets a vulnerable group or outspoken critic, a predictable cycle unfolds—and it may be fueling its own decline.In this episode, we break down the repeating pattern:• Public crackdowns bring attention• Members discover critical resources (like Mormon Stories, CES Letter, etc.)• Curiosity leads to deeper research• Disillusionment grows• Members leave—and bring others with themFrom Proposition 8 to high-profile excommunications and recent legal actions, this “rinse and repeat” cycle appears to be accelerating disaffection, especially in the United States.We also explore:• The “Streisand Effect” and why suppression backfires• The role of PIMOs (Physically In, Mentally Out members)• Why disaffection spreads through families and social networks• Claims that the Church is prioritizing wealth and institutional power over retention• The shift toward international growth amid U.S. declineIs this strategy intentional—or an unintended consequence of leadership decisions? And what does it mean for the future of Mormonism?Based on: https://johndehlin.substack.com/p/the-lds-mormon-church-seems-to-be👇 Share your thoughts in the comments.#Mormon #ExMormon #LDSChurch #MormonStories #Religion #FaithCrisis #DeconstructionPlease consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease…

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