Communities, churches, crisis resources, and answers to the questions people ask in this transition. Take what helps. Leave what doesn't. There's no rush.
Online and in-person communities for ex-LDS Christians and people in faith transition.
Large and sometimes rough, but the most active ex-LDS community online. Search "still Christian" or "believe in Jesus" for threads that will make you feel much less alone.
A smaller, faith-filled subreddit specifically for ex-LDS folks who want to keep or find Christ. Kinder, calmer tone than the main subreddit.
A network of people and ministries specifically serving ex-LDS Christians. Connects you to local groups, events, and mentors when possible.
The Outer Brightness podcast has a listener community that's warm, welcoming, and deeply pastoral. Check the show notes on any episode to join.
In many US cities — and especially along the Wasatch Front — there are in-person Christian recovery groups and Bible studies for those in faith transition. Ask any of the ministries above.
This is often the hardest step. Take your time. The goal is not perfection — it's a place to grow and be known.
Many ex-LDS folks need months (or years) before stepping into a new building feels okay. That's fine. Online services and small group Bible studies can be a gentle bridge.
Look for churches that teach from the Bible expositionally, lift up Jesus in every sermon, and offer grace — not performance — as the foundation. Healthy churches love your questions.
Try 2–3 services before deciding anything. Notice: do they open the Bible? Is Jesus at the center? Do they make room for real people? Do you feel loved, not watched?
Most pastors are eager to walk with someone from an LDS background. Email one, share a little of your story, and ask for a coffee. You don't have to have it all figured out.
Real Christian life happens in homes, around tables, in Bible studies and prayer with a handful of others. If a church has that, lean into it. That's where you'll heal.
A starting list of warm, Bible-teaching Christian churches along the Wasatch Back and beyond. Many have visitors from LDS backgrounds every week — you will not stand out, and you will be welcomed.
1550 Sandhill Rd, Orem, UT 84058
"Making Jesus the CenterPoint." Band-led worship, Bible-based preaching, and kids' programming. An established gospel-centered home in the middle of Utah Valley.
271 N 600 W, Heber City, UT 84032
Mountain Valley Fellowship — inviting people to meet Jesus and live in freedom through a deeper relationship with Him. Sunday services at 9:30 and 11am. Active in food ministry, tutoring, and community care.
7375 Silver Creek Rd, Park City, UT 84098
"Discover the gospel, engage in life-giving community, and advance as fearless followers of Jesus." Services Sundays at 8:15, 9:30, and 11am (plus 11am Spanish). Strong kids and family programs.
460 W Century Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
Verse-by-verse Bible teaching in a come-as-you-are environment. A long-standing SLC church with Sunday services at 9am, 11am, and 1pm, plus a deep online library of sermons.
9539 S 700 E, Sandy, UT 84094
"For the one." A life-giving, non-denominational Christian church led by Pastors Jason & Erica Parrish. In-person Sundays and online services. Known for warm welcome and contemporary worship.
You don't have to commit to anything. Slip in, sit in the back, leave when you need to. Most of these churches have online services if walking into a building still feels like too much.
Christianity has many expressions. None are perfect. Most teach the same core gospel; the differences are often in style, tradition, and secondary doctrines. Start with what feels like home.
Often casual, expository preaching, contemporary music, strong focus on Scripture. A common first stop.
Emphasize believer's baptism, Bible-centered preaching, and local autonomy. Many styles — from very traditional to modern.
Gospel-focused, moderate in style, strong Bible teaching. A frequent soft-landing for people from LDS backgrounds.
Emphasis on the grandeur of God, robust teaching, liturgical rhythm. If you love theology, you'll feel at home here.
Centered on grace, communion, liturgy. Simple gospel repeated every week. Quiet, comforting.
Ancient, beautiful, liturgical worship with communion weekly. Many ex-LDS find it peaceful and whole-body.
Warm, community-oriented, with a rich tradition of grace and spiritual practice.
Ancient, mystical, deeply liturgical. Not a quick Sunday stop — more of a pilgrimage.
Click any question. There are no dumb ones.
In meaningful ways, yes. The Jesus of the Bible is fully God and fully human — eternally existing, not a created being or a brother who progressed to godhood (John 1:1–14; Colossians 1:15–20). He completely accomplished salvation on the cross: there is nothing left to earn, add to, or maintain (John 19:30; Hebrews 10:10). Many people questioning Mormon beliefs find that when they meet the biblical Jesus clearly for the first time, He is even kinder, even more sufficient, and even more personal than they were taught. A gentle guide here →
Biblical Christianity teaches that salvation is a gift received by grace through faith in Jesus Christ — not by membership in any organization, ordinances, or worthy performance (Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9). If you trust in Jesus and His finished work, you are His. Leaving a church does not un-do that. If you've never trusted Him personally, today is a beautiful day to begin.
Gently, patiently, and with love. Many ex-LDS Christians say: lead with your love for Jesus, not your critique of the church. Share your own story, not theological points. Don't try to rescue them — pray for them. Stay in relationship. Trust the Holy Spirit to do what only He can do. Some relationships will strain; that grief is real. But your job is to love well, not to convert.
Yes. Doubt is not the opposite of faith. Doubt is part of every honest faith journey. The Psalms are full of it. Jesus himself answered doubters without shaming them. Give yourself permission to not know, while you keep reading, asking, and being honest. The God who is real is not afraid of your questions.
Most Christian traditions believe baptism is a public profession of faith in Jesus Christ in obedience to His command. Because LDS baptism is tied to a different view of Jesus, the gospel, and authority, most Christian churches will gently welcome you to be baptized into Christ as a new declaration of who you now trust. Talk with a pastor — it's usually a beautiful, meaningful moment, not a burden.
Absolutely not. Grief is love for what was real — for the community, the identity, the hopes, the family rhythms, the good parts. All of that was real. Grief is not a betrayal of your new faith; it's a sign that your heart worked well. Let it come. Let it pass. Let Jesus sit with you in it.
Many ex-LDS Christians will say yes — the peace, the warmth, the sense of being loved — those were not lies. God meets people where they are, and many testify that Jesus was reaching out to them long before they understood Him clearly. Those experiences were God's kindness to you. What changes now is the name and nature of the One you're resting in.
There's no biblical command about what to do physically. Some people throw them away, some store them, some keep them as a marker of their story. The real work is inner: releasing the idea that salvation requires wearing, remembering, or performing anything. You are covered by Christ (Galatians 3:27), not fabric. Talk to a trusted Christian mentor if it feels heavy.
Breathe. Read the Gospel of John, slowly. Listen to one episode of a podcast listed on this site. Say a simple, honest prayer. Find one trustworthy Christian to walk with — online or in person. That's it. You don't have to have a new system. The Christian life is walking with a Person.
Faith transitions can bring real grief, isolation, and darkness. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please reach out. You are precious, and help is free and confidential.
Call or text 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US & Canada). 24/7, free.
Text HOME to 741741 (US). Trained counselors, free.
Psychology Today — filter for faith-transition therapists.
findahelpline.com — crisis lines by country.