The End of Nemo the Mormon?

The worst punishment a Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day saints can face is Excommunication, and that is exactly what is facing Nemo the Mormon.

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[Ozjads]

I just told my wife who was getting my 4 year old daughter to sleep: “they’re excommunicating Nemo!”. My 4 year old burst into tears and wailed “nooo”. I had to tell her, not the fish. The fish is fine.

[goodshepard]

Don't sign the NDA. That only protects the church corporation, not you, Nemo.

[imkindofabigdeal]

Nemo - you've possibly doomed them to 35' tall temples. The hierarchy simply can't have that.

[JBJones]

“Do what is right, let the consequence follow.”

We support you Nemo. Hang in there. You’re in good company.

[sheliabryant]

NO ONE CAN EVER HURT THE CHURCH in the ways and AS PROFOUNDLY AS THE CHURCH. HAS. HURT. THE. CHURCH.

[cynthiaejiogu]

Wish I could make it more. Was listening to you last night in the LDS discussion playlist. Love you!

[syanon]

I want you to know I’ve thoroughly appreciated your content, and while I know you feel like you’ve willingly put yourself in harms way to ask for the institution you love and support to deepen in its honesty and integrity, I cannot imagine that’s its been anything less than heartbreaking. I’ve been watching the series on racial equality with Matt Harris on Mormon Stories and one thing that’s struck me is as much as the leadership of the Church try to present this image that they are above influence of external and internal criticism, they are deeply affected by it. While leadership have ousted many in the struggle for things like racial equality or historical transparency, these people ultimately contribute to a driving force that causes the Church to be better. Nemo, I see you as someone asking your institution to hold itself to the standard of integrity it holds its membership. Unfortunately the Church may excommunicate you, and yet I think it will become better as it is forced to reckon with its own lapses in integrity.
Thank you for all that you do, and have done.

[vocalysemusicworks]

As soon as Nemo showed up to oppose the Temple Construction in Texas, outside his area, this was pretty much expected.

[kimmagee]

The power dynamic of this proceeding is abusive: NDAs, no foreknowledge of charges, unreasonable time proposals to deter media scrutiny, & inevitable conviction. Why suffer the final humiliation of a kangaroo court?

[schmuelking]

My heart breaks watching the emotion on Nemo during this. Thankyou so much for all the work you have done and I am sure will continue to do. You are an amazing person who speaks the truth, and is of the greatest character. I hope you can ride out the emotional journey and come through the other side with continued vigour to do the important work you do. You inspire me, and I am sure you inspire many others to keep going, and I hope you feel that reflected back in an overwhelming show of support.

[nekatrammell]

I watched the live but I wanted a comment on here too. Nemo, you have a community behind you and a community that are grateful for the work you do. My heart goes out to you as you go through this.

[Wendybaker]

I have two theories for why now:
1) Nemo showed video of a real horse.
2) Oaks is pushing this somehow because he'll be the next prophet and we can't have Nemo as a member saying things about him on a BBC podcast.

[NanetteONeal]

Chin up, Nemo. Your podcast has enlightened so many, including me. I've learned so much from you and I hope to continue to learn more. You are not alone, and you are so loved.

[sweetdestiny]

Nemo makes me wish I had stayed in the church, so I could have strengthened the community and build a foundation of Christlike love. He is an example of strength, integrity and conviction. Excommunicating him will do nothing to tarnish Nemo’s worth and reputation, but will reflect so poorly on the church’s integrity and priorities.

[beetledriver]

Sorry that this is the outcome for you, despite all you have done for the Mormon community. Thank you for everything - you have this exmo's support.

[krislarabee]

The church leaders have caused the loss of my testimony. They are so shifty and dishonest. Because I started seeing one of the ptesidents changing a policy and then the next one say that was wrong and change it back, I began to question. They say the prophet speaks to God and things are done through revelation. So the revelation is one thing for one prophet and a different way for another? This caused me to do a deep dive into Mormon history, and it has been all downhill from there!! Nemo, you are great. I appreciate your honesty and candor.

[KodyCrockett]

I think it’s safe to assume that Oaks is now running things behind the scenes. It doesn’t surprise me that Nemo would be at the top of his hit list. This is personal for him.

[NormMarquardson]

My heart goes out to you, Nemo. I've been watching much of your content since the beginning. I am a multi-generational member in the US, in later life. I quietly stopped participating ten years ago or so having done all the things--mission, temple marriage, kids, and many years of full participation. I have not had to wrestle with the removal of my name from the rolls so far. But it's something that, as grave as it may feel (it does feel grave to me, even now), is out of our hands. You have consistently met your burden of truth and fairness, of giving the benefit of the doubt, of reserving judgement, of not impugning the motives or character of your leaders, and only assuming the best intentions on their behalf. You have clearly sought the truth, regardless of outcome. I suspect all of that has rightly delayed the onset of disciplinary action. But I have to say I thought it inevitable from the start, as I expect many others did, too.

Many people feel like they have sought the truth. But if one rises high enough in the church--Stake Pres/Miss Pres level--one's loyalty to the chain of command will be tested against the principles taught in the beatitudes and commandments, and any effort to suss out truth. That loyalty (fealty, really) is the gate through which all high leaders must pass to continue to rise, to be "chosen" rather than just "called." It is not integrity or adherence to Jesus' word that makes them "worthy" although those ideas hold secondary importance--and I still believe there are many outstanding individuals in stake and even global leadership callings who "know" but find ways to make peace with knowing differently than those like me who exit. But sadly I think the outcome of these more visible "courts of love" is often used as this loyalty test--again, loyalty to the Brethren, not to Jesus or his teachings. These leaders are under tremendous pressure and face a very real risk of shame, losing social status and even personal identity in these roles, should they step out of line. But they are agents, and must choose and be accountable just like you and me. Jimi Hendrix wrote, “I'm the one that's got to die when it's time for me to die, so let me live my life the way I want to.” I would change "the way I want to." to "according to my conscience." or some such. But you get the gist. If God is real, if Mormonism is even in the neighborhood of the truth, I believe he will judge us on our faithfulness to correct principles, not our loyalty to men, no matter what status they hold in the church. And we can bet that those guys will be scarce when our time comes. So keep moving forward no matter their puny efforts to stop you and tear you down. Wishing you peace with whatever the outcome may be.

[krismurphy]

I'm listening to this YOU REALLY NEED TO DEMAND, IN WRITING, THE EVIDENCE/ISSUES THAT THEY SPECIFICALLY PLAN TO CONFRONT YOU WITH. You have a right to PREPARE A

[AlanFenick]

I’m so sorry that the Church has finally started their retribution. I truly respect your stand for your beliefs and the risks you have taken. Few people would fight for their spiritual beliefs against such resistance you knew would just be a matter of time. Please keep up your spirits and energy to continue your mission as so much more must be accomplished!