Apostle's message prompts Latter-day Saints to drop online anonymity
November 7, 2026 at 2:22 AM MT · via Deseret News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

An apostle's message has inspired some Latter-day Saints to shed online anonymity and use their real names on social media and forums, Deseret News reports. The article does not specify which apostle delivered the message or its exact content.
The shift represents a response to counsel about online discourse and digital citizenship. The Deseret News article examines how members are changing their online presence in response to the apostle's teachings about authenticity and accountability in digital spaces.
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