Atheists, Mormon Scholars Talk Religion
A little debate never hurt nobody:
Two groups came together Wednesday night to create understanding between groups commonly seen at odds.
Two professors of history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sat on a panel with two atheist experts for a discussion to dispel misconceptions and seek understanding.
A debate seeks a winner, where discussions seek understanding, explained panel moderator Paul Reeve, a University of Utah history professor.
“We are seeking understanding tonight, and that is the purpose for our panel here,” Reeve told a crowd of roughly 300 at Salt Lake City Main Library’s Nancy Tessman Auditorium.
American Atheists hosted the panel as a lead-in to its national convention that begins Thursday in Salt Lake City.
“We’re hoping that we can use this as a stepping stone to reach a healthier Salt Lake City,” American Atheists President David Silverman said.