Tribune readers suggest new questions for LDS temple recommend interviews
August 15, 2026 at 6:57 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Salt Lake Tribune asked readers what questions should be added to LDS temple recommend interviews to reflect today's world, receiving hundreds of responses from members and former members. Suggestions ranged from questions about mental health and family relationships to accountability for racism and treatment of LGBTQ individuals.
The responses reveal tensions between traditional worthiness standards and members' evolving concerns about social issues, personal authenticity, and institutional accountability. Some called for questions about accepting all people regardless of sexual orientation; others suggested asking about political extremism or QAnon beliefs.
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