Elder Cook calls online anonymity spiritually dangerous
November 2, 2026 at 7:02 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Apostle Quentin L. Cook warned against online anonymity in a worldwide devotional for young adults, calling it "incompatible with being a light" and spiritually dangerous.
"Hiding in the darkness of anonymity to say unkind or cruel things about another individual is incompatible with being a light," Cook said in the address broadcast Monday. The remarks came during a devotional focused on young adults' digital conduct and spiritual visibility.
The Church leader urged young adults to reject what he termed "spiritual camouflage" and be identifiable in their online interactions.
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