Mission, Goals, & Values
Mission
Mormon Satan exists to challenge Mormon doctrine and culture through humor, critique, and satire. By talking about what’s been swept under the rug, Mormon Satan hopes to explore overlooked contradictions. Recognizing that faith deconstruction is a deeply personal journey, Mormon Satan seeks to support individuals at every stage—whether they are questioning for the first time, actively leaving, passively leaving, or unpacking those final boxes of dogma. The goal is to spark meaningful reflection, promote critical thinking, and foster a community where all are welcome to explore and grow.
Core Goals
- Critique Mormon Doctrine and Institutions
Bring attention to contradictions, overlooked issues, and inconvenient truths within Mormon doctrine and culture that have been ignored or minimized. By shedding light on these topics, encourage thoughtful reflection and deeper understanding. - Support Faith Deconstruction
Recognize that faith transitions are deeply personal and often challenging. Provide validation, humor, and thought-provoking critiques to support those questioning their beliefs, leaving their faith, or navigating life beyond Mormonism. - Expose Hypocrisy
Call out gaps between Mormon ideals and actions, such as financial secrecy, gender inequality, or exclusionary policies, to hold institutions accountable and promote integrity. - Challenge Church Authority
Invite critical examination of the exclusive divine authority claimed by Mormon leadership, emphasizing the value of individual autonomy, personal freedom, and critical thinking. - Encourage Critical Thinking
Promote curiosity and exploration by encouraging readers to ask questions, seek evidence, and think critically about their beliefs and the systems they support. - Foster a Sense of Community
Provide a space where ex-Mormons, questioning members, and skeptics can find camaraderie, validation, and understanding, helping to replace the community often lost during a faith transition.
Core Values
- Humor as Critique
Satire and wit are used to address challenging topics, making them approachable, engaging, and impactful. - Inclusivity
A welcoming environment is fostered for everyone—ex-Mormons, questioning members, and those curious about Mormon culture, - Focus on Systems, Not Individuals
Critiques are directed at institutions, doctrines, and cultural practices rather than individuals, striving for respect even in disagreement. - Support Through Transition
Faith transitions can be isolating and difficult. Efforts are made to validate and empower those navigating this journey, no matter their stage of deconstruction. - Rebellion with Purpose
Inspired by the concept of resistance, the work emphasizes independent thought, personal freedom, and accountability while rejecting blind obedience and authoritarianism.