Mormon Views on Death: Grief, Eternal Life, and Changing Perspectives

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What happens after we die? How does faith shape the way we grieve? In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Jeff Pedersen, a former practicing Mormon turned agnostic atheist, to explore the unique and deeply rooted beliefs of Mormonism regarding death, grief, and the afterlife. 

Together, they discuss: 

• Pre-mortal existence & the three levels of heaven – What Mormons believe about life before birth and where souls go after death. 
• Resurrection & Eternal Families – The Mormon concept of physical resurrection and the idea that family bonds extend beyond the grave. 
• Grief & Community Support – How the Mormon faith helps families process loss and why community plays a crucial role. 
•  Faith Transitions & Changing Perspectives – Jeff’s personal journey from belief to atheism and how his views on death and grief have evolved. 

Whether you’re curious about Mormon beliefs or simply want to better understand how faith impacts our relationship with death, this episode offers a compelling and thought-provoking discussion. 

Links & Resources: 

• Host: Traci Arieli – https://www.comfortingclosure.com 

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