The Mormon church in Canada: Where did more than $1 billion go? - The Fifth Estate

[@ivonna.tinkle]

As someone who was raised in the Mormon church and is (at this moment) sitting at a block away from downtown Salt Lake just blocks away from the LDS temple. I hope that something meaningful will come of this. I also think the church of Scientology and their tax exempt status should also be investigated by the IRS,

[@MikelGCinema]

The Church of Scientology was investigated by the IRS but the results were supressed by political interests. As usual.

[@EvelineNow]

I guess all in the name of Jesus Wow!

[@timmyjones1921]

I was a member at Mormon Church in Cape Girardeau , Missouri The Mormon Church did not wrong to me . I left because of personal short comings of my own inner self I live in Minnesota and California now days when I'm not in Florida.

[@biggzzify]

all religions

[@JHNative]

All Churches are meant to be tax exempt. There is a reason for this. If you tax a religious organization that violates the separation between Church and state and Churches will have every right to be involved (in every way) in politics. The wall of separation is tax exemption.

[@estherrodriguez546]

Once a religious entity claims tax exemption, there sh be 100% transparency, to dismiss any doubts and suspicion of fraud 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jackiepowell7513]

Jesus didn't even extoll the Temple. He said " I can destroy and raise it in 3 days". We re the temple Body of Christ.

[@jackiepowell7513]

But... you don t want govt checking. Maybe a citizen s panel w random accountants. Not government!!!!

[@janice8514]

@@jackiepowell7513 he didn't want money to be in the church, he tipped all of the tables over and got angry about it. I'm not sure of the book and verse.

[@lisamaria661]

Do you realize that all churches have tax exemption?

[@m.m145]

The reason is... because the government is to busy with their own fraud.

[@brandysnaps9221]

“Best way to make money is to start your own church “, L.Ron Hubbard

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@lizajane1878]

Yup nailed it

[@icanfartloud]

@@lizajane1878 umm, best way is start your own counterfeit printing press.

[@luckylock4191]

@@icanfartloud no, that would be illegal. Creating a fake religion is legal

[@randibgood]

​@@icanfartloud I think he was speaking in a "lawfully" way.

[@susanmarr8833]

Omg! As an ex Mormon. I am so glad to see the church be held to account. Perhaps a further expose on all its cult practices is in order.

[@raptman5425]

As an ex Mormon, you don't know what you are talking about.

[@NateDoss-e2l]

@@raptman5425triggered much?

[@SHARON.I]

​@@raptman5425😂guess you don't believe all the scandals happening in Utah right now😂

[@giselemathews1511]

You know the Church is truth. Don't deceive yourself. Comme home.

[@SHARON.I]

@@giselemathews1511 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@crescentmoonchild4031]

Remember the story in the Bible where the rich man built bigger barns to hold his wealth instead of sharing with needy? He died that night not able to use his money. This reminds me the church is building bigger barns.

[@rogerprince5925]

remember the story of Joseph who was sold into Egypt and helped to prepare for 7 years of famine. the time is coming that the storage will be needed like never before. Also the church has been helping the bagger . the wealthy man you referred to is more like the government of today.

[@johnhenry9456]

Can you remind me of the Bible scripture that references bigger barns. Thanks.

[@du131]

@@johnhenry9456 It is the parable of the rich fool. Luke 12: 16- 20

[@HermicraftAddict]

I'm sorry for this. Hopefully you can do some sort of retirement fund.

[@tboat8799]

There's no corruption in the Mormon church that's why it's very rich

[@jeffs4483]

You know when money becomes a requirement to obtain salvation, you might be in a Cult.

[@kindafreexp1415]

"Salvation only costs 10% of your gross income. Now that's a crazy deal!"

[@jat2505]

You know you might be too attached to money if it stops you from being more Christlike.

[@raptman5425]

Never heard that salvation is attached to money, I think the LDS Church teaches that Salvation is available because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

[@EarlofSedgewick]

​@@raptman5425 so the idea of atonement and how it fits into our lives and can improve our capacity to act forthrightly is really beneficial when the person has internalized that idea for him or her self. Whatever mistakes we have made are already atoned, so there is no need to hang onto them or feel debilitating shame. As an atheist, I can see the value in that lesson, and it largely parallels effective psychotherapy. But it doesn't have to be historically real, I don't need to pretend there's an afterlife, and I don't need to pay a lifetime tax in order to learn this. It seems like the Mormon church is massively overcharging for pretty common wisdom that has underpinned Western ideals for 2000 years.

[@raptman5425]

@@EarlofSedgewick did you miss the part about paying tithing is voluntary.

[@happytrails699]

Deliver food to neighbors in need, where you can actually see where the money is going

[@davisholman8149]

I left the Mormon Church after being an active member for half a century. The money part of it makes me gag. Little grandmas paying tithes yet having to eat ramen for weeks in order to do so. It appalling. I left after studying the real church history, and found out I was lied to my whole life. My life would have been totally different if I had not been brain washed.

[@MariamMariam-ue7vz]

@@davisholman8149 how were you lied to?

[@srso4660]

@@MariamMariam-ue7vz find out for yourself, the CES letter is a good place to start.

[@boysrus61]

@@srso4660 "Letter For My Wife" is another.

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@tomtaylor3523]

A lot like Scientology, it's all about the money. Both of these churches should lose their tax free status. The leaders of this churches should be prosecuted and sent to prison.

[@adamcraft9118]

I’m not religious, but what is the difference between the Norman’s doing this and the Catholics?

[@tomtaylor3523]

@@adamcraft9118 Catholics like the boys, Mormons like the young girls.

[@bellalove3097]

@@tomtaylor3523 omgosh.....too funny!!!

[@LanielPhoto]

@@adamcraft9118 -Study your history and you won't be so ignorant. Ever hear of all the "Hotel Dieu"s ? Or the Missions? Lot of bad, but even more good.

[@OneMamaToAnother]

One of the big differences between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religions is that it is a lay church. People volunteer thier time. Even the President of the church is not paid. He had a long career as a heart surgeon before joining the leadership. This allows for more money to be put into serving others. Things like the welfare system (ranches, orchards, processing plants), education (universities, online degrees, training & practicums) and of course humanitarian projects. The church gave over 1 billion to humanitarian aid in 2023 alone. The church covers overhead so 100% of donations go to the projects.

[@mitchmo]

I would love to see the leaders of this church sit face to face with Jesus and try to defend their actions.

[@scrapshappen]

Oh I can just see how hard JC would be flipping those tables...

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@justme-dm7sb]

That will happen but it is not a spectators sport.

[@RH33084]

Too bad Jesus didn't exist that's how he got you all

[@shur7318]

That day will come for them

[@theLampSA]

Imagine how many millions of people could be helped if the church were really a church.

[@elitestockpicks8212]

I am not a mormon but I read the book of the Mormon and I know it is a testimony of God, just like many other holy writings.

[@azarahwagner2749]

@@elitestockpicks8212 Are you a Qanon member ?

[@KaedeSmithOfTheKiller7]

The whole world would be better of if the Reorganized Church ended up being the most popular one.

[@Jeanikins]

@@azarahwagner2749 No, she is a Mormon - just lying like the leaders do.

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@Deeplycloseted435]

Its the oldest trick in the human book, selling nothing for profit. Remarkable.

[@elisahamilton73]

It really is

[@Jeanikins]

Selling salvation for profit in the same way that the Catholic Church did. Martin Luther exposed that.

[@pattykake7195]

Mormoncorp have sure perfected this scam….💰👍🏽💰.

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@kevinmorgan8534]

And you'll be rewarded after you die! "There'll be pie in the sky in the sweet bye and bye!"🤣

[@gail9566]

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is the largest single landowner in the United States, from huge ranching and orchard operations, to the SLC mall to luxury apartment buildings. When did God approve this?

[@TheDavidlloydjones]

Um, when He made it in the first place? Tell us more about your theory of a god approving land holdings. Puh-leeze.

[@jeron3966]

It’s not the largest. And the church built the mall to revitalize downtown and it worked. If we are to be a worldwide church then we need to be able to fund that.

[@dominickjustave3558]

Vatican says hold my beer

[@violadagamba7555]

The current Mormon prophet talks directly to godď

[@violadagamba7555]

What god would allow this fraud? There are none.

[@bonniemcdermid7387]

My husband is from El Salvador, in Central America. We have known for years that the Mormon church is owner of one of the most valuable pieces of property there, a sprawling ranch on the shore of Lake Ilopango that is surrounded by high walls and is very secretive. You don't see the Church there open the gate to host activities for children or help the poor. The land just is in a state of holding. It would be worth many millions of dollars, that ranch, in my estimation.

[@grandma27or8]

BonnieMcDermid. The church is really the first to respond to disasters in multiple areas of the world. The church is one of the few religions who believe in education for less developed countries and finance it for many. If you are blessed help others. The church emphasis is to love others and to help them.

[@dpratt7777]

It is not wrong to invest in land and hold onto it. I wish I had more of it.

[@heronimousbrapson863]

@@dpratt7777 It is if the people who donated that money was going to charity.

[@carsi7282]

CIA visit often?

[@sylviajonline]

Yes that is also all true, and I'm also a member. I love my church!

[@TheRamnath007]

Just walks the streets of Hamilton, Vancouver at 8 pm, you will know how much money is required for real charity. Homelessness, loneliness, drug addiction etc

[@davisholman8149]

And the fact that horrible so called church has all that money, yet not willing to help needy Canadians, is sick.😡

[@joannbowden6220]

@@davisholman8149 happens all over the world sadly 🥲

[@malkeitkaur3046]

@@joannbowden6220 This is true happening every where all around the world.

[@MsVictoria4ever]

I was denied using a bathroom at a gas station after travelling home from seeing my ill son by your people here in Canada!

[@robertanstey5185]

@@MsVictoria4ever I’m sorry that this happened to you. It is against the law for an establishment which sells food or beverages to refuse use of a washroom. You should report this to the provincial ministry of transportation.

[@MinorGodX]

This has eery similarities to Scientology schemes.

[@dhix2388]

schemes is a polite term

[@davisholman8149]

Yes - all cults have similar characteristics. Scientology is quite a bit more ‘not typical’ - but from what I understand, Mormonism is bad enough.

[@azarahwagner2749]

BINGO

[@MinorGodX]

@@dhix2388 True. I should have said "crimes."

[@Maryfs1]

Agreed.

[@karldanger5150]

The LDS church is in fact a business. Period. Anyone that argues that is a church member. Hypocritical? Yes. 1. Owns shares in Coke yet frowns on drinking caffeine. 2. Owns shares in Budweiser yet forbids drinking alcohol. 3. Smoking, drinking, caffeine fueled drinks and chewing tobacco are all frowned upon YET selling it in mormon owned stores is ok, cause it's money.

[@kerrybarrett7222]

Idiocy

[@SHARON.I]

Religion is hypocrisy

[@uredskivid]

Well DUDE the money is prolly in a mutual fund that the church cant separate out .

[@dominickjustave3558]

U can drink soda special

[@polyglot6542]

A pastor of a church just bought a million dollar house and is my new neighbor. The other day I found out he has other 4 houses that are huge and expensive that he rents out. It surely pays to sell salvation!!

[@jodsterf]

the LDS church doesn't have any pastors

[@billfarley9167]

The pastor is only part of the problem. The biggest problem is the sheeples that support him.

[@savannahsmiles1797]

@@jodsterf comprehension issues dude?, he was saying a Pastor...not a Bishop, is his neighbor, and he is quite wealthy...

[@PInk77W1]

Meanwhile Obama Mansion In Washington DC Mansion on Martha’s Vineyard Mansion in Honolulu

[@Thats_all_she_wrote_Dear_John]

The WORD states that many are in it for their own benefit.

[@paulfranklin4276]

All cults need to be held accountable

[@traditionalgirl5585]

Does that include the Covid Cult?

[@thepreacher5934]

Starting with the alphabet soup cult

[@vivalaleta]

How much do you know about the preposterous beginnings of the Mormon church? Religion is all nonsense but Mormonism and Jehovah's Witnesses are two of the silliest Xtian "sects".

[@majafleur9646]

Yes, it's the JWs turn next.

[@ahorsenamedcelty9505]

When I was a kid I often went hungry because my mom paid tithing. The church would "help" us by giving us boxes of canned beans and corn that expired five years earlier.

[@marlenemcmillan8891]

Disgusting

[@FantasticMoron]

That feels so wrong 😢

[@c.wilson6723]

😡😡😡

[@robinUK87]

That’s terrible. Feel so bad for you

[@victoriagraham6470]

Omg, horrible

[@MrTikalvideo]

I am from Central America, Guatemala, by the earthquake in 1976, the church built many houses all around the country. Plus food and another items. In Mexico for years almost every chapel in the 60s. and 70s Monday through Fridays was functioning as elementary schools!! I served as missionary in El Salvador for 2 years with other 26 friends how can't survive preaching for two years and the Church paid all the expenses. Many of my companions were able to graduate from BYU. Now I am in Florida surviving 9 hurricanes and see the massive help of the LDS Church to any individual without asking religious affiliation.

[@maridonnasteinhaus355]

So True

[@eagledice2008]

It's a cult

[@edpeaceofmind]

@@eagledice2008 Then all religions are cults by your definition.

[@cevens2000]

@@edpeaceofmindIf I have to pay the church or get my children food, I’ll be getting my children food.

[@marquitaarmstrong399]

Okay glad it worked 4 u. You are 1 in a million

[@Iamlearningtolove]

Wait. A. Minute. The church built a mall? A MALL!?! Are you kidding me!?! Be in the world, not of it...not be in the world and worship the god of it. This is unacceptable. God bless the brave men who are doing what's right over what's easiest or most profitable.

[@KaedeSmithOfTheKiller7]

It gets way worse when you look at what Kirton McConkie is doing and how much tithing goes there. The mall is surprising the least horrible thing about this.

[@DM-ed9os]

This story only just barely touches the surface of the real story of the church in the US. I see it every day in my profession.

[@boysrus61]

@@KaedeSmithOfTheKiller7 It use to be the Kirton McConkie and Poelman law firm. Have to search why the name changed.

[@ChaChaDancin]

It’s just what Jesus would want. “Go sell all you have, build a luxury shopping mall, and come follow me.”

[@Iamlearningtolove]

@@ChaChaDancin I'm pretty sure I remember that verse too! 😆

[@jonathanberner5501]

Ex-Mormon here. There’s definitely lots to be concerned with including their financial practices. I don’t know that the BYU thing is a hidden conspiracy though. The church has been pretty open about that as long as I’ve been alive

[@jeffcampbell2710]

If you notice, at 7:50 he says one hundred ten million. It's almost one hundred ten thousand. It says on thousands. So, I'm not sure how accurate this is

[@sheilatuano9633]

Our society is different. Even without religion or politics mixed into it, we do not hug and kiss for public display. It is nothing even related to homophobia. We respect other people’s private space and public sensibilities and it may also be perhaps, a mix of cultural beliefs and practices. Overwhelming affections that may have sexual intimacy variety are best done in private, and the best to display it is only with your partner in a room where nobody needs to witness it. Patting the shoulders briefly if he or she is a family or friend, or shaking hands to congratulate, smile, even bow down or acknowledging with nodding of head, waving, will just do fine in public.

[@sineadmurtagh943]

@@sheilatuano9633 how deeply sad. You describe a society without normal human warmth and open interactions. The picture you paint is of a deeply and unnaturally repressed society - with behaviour that must have required decades at least to condition. What has been done over many generations scares me.

[@tiredlocke]

@@jeffcampbell2710 Accounting reports regularly take off zeroes, presumably to make the numbers more readable. There would be a note on the page, indicating that the figures are shown in thousands (000s), and it should be read as if there are 3 more zeroes on it. This is pretty common and nothing nefarious.

[@adaptercrash]

It's really the church for people with disability, the def, sign language and other severe autism the good kind

[@mark91345]

I would have liked to seen some unbiased tax attorneys explaining the rationale behind the church's activities based on Canada's current tax laws. It may be that the church is following Canada's laws, regardless of whether the interviewees approve or not. This news report makes plenty of allegations of corruption, but where are the indictments from the Canadian or US governments? It's been two years since the "whistleblower guy" did his expose in the US, but I have read about no Federal lawsuits, no indictments, no IRS anything. Or what about the Canada Revenue Agency? Also, I read that "the Mormon Church has been accused of engaging in significant tax evasion in Australia", but accused by WHOM? As far as I can tell, the accusations come from journalists, but NOT the Australian government.

[@TheYgds]

Thank you for pointing that out.

[@jodsterf]

i totally agree with you. and im disappointed with the investigative journalism that only told one biased side of a story without the proof or and evidence to support the inuendos

[@joju1614]

Great insight

[@deb9784]

Matthew 6:19-20 Lay Up Treasures in Heaven 19 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; 20 but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal." It doesn't matter what the government says, right! But scripture is clear! Please consider this truth! 💜🙏💜

[@craigdillabaugh710]

@@jodsterf Well, in fairness this did include clips of church leader David Bednar speaking about church finances, while playing ominous music in the background.

[@sloopy5191]

Remove tax exempt status from ALL churches/cults. Edit: Leaving this cult was the smartest/best thing I've ever done for myself. No regrets here!

[@gregmckenzie4315]

We need a true separation between church and state. Tax-exempt status should not be given to any church (cult) that advocates and teaches doctrines that have no basis in fact or reality. We should defund all of these institutions by making them pay the same taxes as any other corporation. This is important at this point in time because we are facing a mass extinction event that is, in large part, the result of doctrines that define human beings as a privileged species that is above all other species and which is destined to rule, and dominate all other life forms. This view forms the basis of our culture and it is the product of predatory religious practices that are destroying the ecology upon which all of us depend.

[@lenitaa7938]

No, that would not be just nor right! Yes, remove the tax exemption from the church as in this video! You ought not paint all church denominations with the same brush! Remember, the accountant said he experienced the transparency in the other churches’ denominations accounting!? But not in the Mormon Church! My experience has been the complete budget transparency and much of the money went to the humanitarian causes! Many small churches barely have enough money to pay their basic bills!

[@purrington666]

Great Idea...Better to let the Government squander the money instead.

[@karenishness1]

Where did $1 Billion go? How about the same place that the original records of births , deaths, and marriages went that never were returned or copied..............

[@brycemoulton633]

Very important piece of journalism. We demand financial transparency for any publicly-trade company. I expect the same for any organization exempt from taxes.

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@raptman5425]

LDS Church voluntarily pays more tax than any other Church in North America. Take time to learn before pushing keys.

[@a.walters123]

Absolutely. If you’re tax exempt, your entire financial history should be accessible to the public.

[@71suns]

​@@raptman5425 According to whom?

[@advocate7643]

@@raptman5425 Source that

[@coopyduck6901]

Would love to see The Fifth Estate do a deep dive into the US government and where the taxpayer money goes. Wouldn’t be just an hour video.

[@79tazman]

I would love that on the Canadian government but since Trudeau and CBC are connected at the hip we would not get the truth anyway.

[@icecreamladydriver1606]

Well said.

[@PrincessGold1]

Especially how much the 45th President creamed off for himself.

[@coopyduck6901]

@@PrincessGold1 45th gave his salary to charities. How about how much Sleepy Joe and his son was paid by other countries. Trump broke you ?

[@Nephitejnf]

How about doing it for the Canadian government, too. Do it for every government. And do it in depth.

[@randyscott3386]

The Mormon Church was the first orginazation to arrive in New Orleans with first aid and emergency items such as food, clothes etc. right after hurrican Katrina .

[@sarahsnowe]

Someone had to. Dubya's government didn't bother for days (might've had something to do with the race of the majority of the people affected--ya think?). Anyway, great way to get converts and all those extra tithes to buy a few emergency supplies and a whole lot of real estate.

[@randyscott3386]

@@sarahsnowe It's not that hard to make the right decisions in life . Just don't let the blind , brainwashed and subverted get in your way while you do it . This is America , most of em don't even know the meaning of the word subversion or what it means for an entire nation to be subverted . Even after the whole place was demoralized decades ago . How do you think all those Grandmothers wound up with dope habits , green hair , bankrupt and in prison ?

[@AwesomeAlexAdam]

In the Last days "There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be known."

[@smuggythornton]

yep, that scripture isn't talking about the church as the funds are being used very judiciously. it is talking about the evils of the day and the Canadian government is part of the evil I speak of.

[@piva1358]

Thithing is optional always! If your church says otherwise, run 🏃‍♂️

[@HermicraftAddict]

Truth.

[@kevinmorgan8534]

It's an Old Testament law that doesn't apply to Christians.

[@HermicraftAddict]

@@kevinmorgan8534 I don't fully understand traditional Christianity. Can you explain, please?

[@kudamapfumo9316]

We are not under the law but under Christ . In Christ Jesus living in grace in the new testament there is no tithe. Paul Peter never took tithes. The only giving spoken of if from a willing cheerful heart offering from your heart.

[@piva1358]

@@kudamapfumo9316 excellent explanation .

[@janedoe247]

Now THIS is well done!!!! Good for those who stood up and did something!!!

[@anathiqinisile6379]

There is NO story here. BYU subsidizes not only members' education but non-members as well. BYU tuition has been rated as having the greatest value for money compared to any US University(See BYU Pathway and make comparisons). Fast offerings(not tithing) is used for humanitarian project(note humanitarian). I also don't get how a social moral issue(sexuality) is intermixed with financial issues as proving fraud. How does that prove fraud! There is unfortunately no story nor sincerity in your documentary.

[@SHARON.I]

​@@anathiqinisile6379😂😂😂

[@LizaFergison]

@@anathiqinisile6379 You are conveniently ignoring the truth. Outside the U.S. the Mormon Church is haemorrhaging members. There is no longer a church where I live. I'm not surprised by the loss of members. The Church may have influence in the U.S., but it doesn't have any outside. It really is just a massive corporation that dabbles in religion.

[@christinabeck9316]

@@anathiqinisile6379so, how much is tuition? Very curious.

[@daniel-a-Lamanite]

​@@christinabeck9316Someone answer this youg lady! I wet to BYU in the 70s, a semester was about $650 then.

[@Nkmozv]

This thing is very usual here in Brazil, and the population has no way to stop it. Even the government donate to the church’s for publicity of the candidate in question, so so sad…

[@raptman5425]

LOL, you joke.

[@kamal8040]

I desperately waited for this story.. u really have the guts to share these scams..

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@kevin6550694]

You desperately waited for this story....to prove the church wrong? What is the reason that you desperately waited?

[@kamal8040]

@@kevin6550694 because, couple of days ago I read the article in CBC News and I was curious to know about it. THAT'S WHY

[@ingenerchik]

@@kamal8040 why are you so desperate?

[@yvonnekinch7308]

Kamalpreet, I agree he has guts and faith, I pray the Lord Jesus watch over all of them and their families.

[@solomoncasilen841]

I am a member of the church and I've seen and heard a lot of different types of stories against the church. Nothing change since the beginning of the church in 1820. nothing change from the time of Jesus Christ from old testament. All i can say is; i will never forget my private prayers that are privately answered through unexpected feeling and power that i could never forget and deny that my faith in christ is real The gospel of Christ is offered to everyone but apparently not for everyone.

[@alicewongham3541]

THANK YOU!!! Finally a comment from a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ. I can only testify of the blessing from paying my tithing. So true about Gospel offered to everyone but not everyone will be ready and willing to accept it.

[@samsteel2643]

Nothing's changed since the war in heaven. It's still going.

[@hokehinson5987]

Those testimony meeting are just peer pressure brain washing each other once a month. Used to observe how so many people struggled to met the standard while humiliating themselves trying to fit in with the herd. One of the most striking differences was just how indoctrinated the mormons west of the Mississippi were as compared to other regions....self generating illusion heavy in the rockies....

[@EyibioEffiong-bv8bg]

Thanks for sharing

[@OneMamaToAnother]

It's never been a secret that tithing money is used to supplement university education at BYU. I, as a Canadian, obtained my bachelor's from one of the smaller campuses and was often reminded that my low tuition was only due to the sacrifice and tithes of others. Tithing supplements the education of those from around the world who pay as little as $100 US per year to obtain a university degree (including housing, food, courses, and insurance). A large portion of the land owned is orchards, ranches, and farms in the US that provide food for the churches' welfare system. These items are shared with those both in Canada and around the world. I'm disappointed no mention of the bishops' storehouses in Canada not mentioned. Other land holdings included those for chapels, temples, university campuses, historical sites, family camping sites etc.

[@KnuttyEntertainment]

Precisely. This video is clearly biased and misleading.

[@billcassidy2894]

Not Mormon, but one of my close friends growing up was, and it's exactly that; she had to pay the fraction of the cost of a typical out of state college which made it affordable to her. I'm not a supporter of the church, however, I feel the documentary missed an opportunity to explain that.

[@thepkism]

Hun… the math still ain’t mathing. It’s tax evasion and fraud.

[@jonirnmomba4130]

Once it’s filtered into BYU it can go anywhere without really having to report it further. Money laundering takes all shapes.

[@gmac2327]

Not Mormon, but an Australian tax payer. I hope the Australian government strips this whack job outfit of its tax deductible status sooner rather than later. Believe whatever bullshit you want, but I don’t want to help pay for it.

[@MacEliot]

All these brands of Christianity are just deceiving people.

[@Janewomanpower]

Another great one Fifth! I hope we see a follow up of this one! Greed permeates these big corporations. churches is one of the biggest of this greed.

[@blizzard2oo]

The worst collection of lies and yellow journalism imaginable. All nothing more than a littany of lies from CBC

[@crystalyn2855]

Don't forget politics like BLM and LGBTQ plus our government.

[@Janewomanpower]

@@crystalyn2855 can you elaborate? I'm not certain what angle you are coming from. thank you.

[@theoneandonlyroelle]

@@Janewomanpower don’t hold your breath

[@raptman5425]

Sounds like you have been hurt. Sorry

[@TwoTreesVisuals]

This idea that the church is taking away from governments is hilarious. Also the church needs to start paying taxes this is ridiculous. I’d love for my money back but I also acknowledge that I volunteered my money, even though I was lied to about the church’s truth claims. That money is long gone.

[@PetePuebla]

Three words: Class Action Lawsuit

[@dougrobertson7862]

From 1986 to 2019, I served in five bishoprics and two stake presidencies in Saskatchewan. Like any congregation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, one of our key responsibilities was to care for those in need. We were not perfect, but I was impressed with the leaders' and members' effectiveness. We used a structured and principled approach to: 1) serve and minister to individuals, families, and communities (including those who are not of our faith), 2) share our personal and Church resources with those in need, and 3) help others become self-reliant through education, employment, and managing their personal finances. We did our best to fulfill this complex, sensitive, and nuanced work and the Lord blessed us to help many people.

[@danawinsor1380]

Doug Robertson . . . I'm glad you posted your comment. I believe you and many of your fellow LDS church members are sincere and doing good for others.

[@KarlMarxFanClub]

Yeah. But your top brass run it like a business.

[@pamelaturner3773]

@@danawinsor1380 I agree. Only takes a couple of bad seeds at the top to ruin the reputation of an organization or group. Diligence to protect the structure and reputation can only be protected if questions can be answered.

[@steve75112]

cultist

[@AidaShawJ.D.]

@@steve75112why be rude? He’s sharing his experience, which sounds wonderful. Isn’t that what we want for our fellow humans?

[@colette6984]

Using landholding as a tax-exempt loophole on mass scale reminds me of what scientology is doing.

[@CHunt-cz1ek]

“It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends on his not understanding it.” ― Upton Sinclair

[@colinjensen]

How is that relevant here? No one is alleging anyone has a salary based on these donations. If you're not aware, said church has no local employees, and not one person of the 18M is getting wealthy at all off it. So that quote really doesn't apply here, unless you're talking about the salaries of the "reporters" who made up the story.

[@Sarahyangtoronto]

We need that tax money back. This is crazy.

[@CameronS437]

100% agree

[@mikeb.7381]

Should be labelled as a terrorist organization.

[@antoniodefreitas2957]

All churchs must pay tax. Its the only way to avoid fraud.

[@dpratt7777]

It is not fraud when you obey the law.

[@gtdetan]

Taxation is theft.

[@ladellcrookston1981]

You have made government your god haven't you?

[@carteravery6604]

Why would we want the government to have more money instead of churches?

[@jakemoeller7850]

LDS is certainly a corporation...wrapped in a cloak of deceit.

[@jeffs4483]

Latter Day Swindle

[@josephmorgan3058]

Those donations for the poor are given IN ADDITION to the tithes. My family's donations were 17% of GROSS.

[@kindafreexp1415]

That's not even getting into the fact that tithe was collected by coercion, literally threatening to lock you out of temple access (and thus ordinances vital for one's salvation) if one did not do everything in their power to pay at _least_ 10% of gross income.

[@josephconmansmith3350]

The Church of Joseph Smith of Latter Day Swindlers.

[@krmccarrell]

Good one, I like that. May I borrow it?

[@markkrispin6944]

The Corporation of Rusty Nelson of the Latter-Day Frauds

[@AmbaritaDoltok]

ini bukan ajaran yang baik

[@frandyson6133]

It's a cult not a religion

[@Hymie-j3p]

Jealousy??

[@birdie2010]

Australia version of 60 minutes is doing a similar expose too recently

[@boysrus61]

I don't think it has aired yet. This expose showed a clip from it tho.

[@slconley]

We need more countries to do these exposes! The LDS church is a corporation that dabbles in religion.

[@hopejoyfaith1342]

Hopefully people wake up and stop the donations to the cash cow

[@RealLadyG]

Call it whatever derogatory disparaging name you want. The donations will never end because it is a commandment and God guides his church to preach to every kindred, nation and tongue. He is the one that provides the donations through the generous faith giving of his obedient children. God blesses his true church. Only the haters will continue to hate and one day that will stop.

[@7476318]

@@RealLadyG It’s funny, just a few years ago crazies like you would have flooded the comment section with culty remarks like yours. Now look around, you’re almost all alone. The joke is on you.

[@zarinakhan592]

With C$1 billion Mormon Church could have built a Brigham Young University campus in Canada. Why send Canadian donations/tithe to Utah, USA ?

[@micass3561]

Headquartered in USA.

[@bazaarm.b.c]

Exactly ...

[@Vikingdescendent]

Wherever there's money, there's corruption. It never fails!!

[@jeffs4483]

Jesus himself warned us about false religions and false prophets such as the LDS.

[@beyourself2444]

As a non Mormon Christian I believe tithing is important if you can afford to but in tough times you cannot give money away and remain hungry…

[@thepreacher5934]

O ye, of little faith

[@ernaniartates7709]

Christ did not teach Tithing , your not bound to obey it ,it was meant for the Israelites.That law was chaanged when Christ came.

[@del5629]

You are ask to tithe 10% , and if you need help you can go to the bishop and ask for help...we are taught to be self sufficient, thrust worthy, and do good to out fellow man...I’ve learned more from the teaching of the church than any formal education! It’s well worth it!

[@MrNirom1]

@@ernaniartates7709 True... Until the Lord came back and told his people where he had just started one little Church in Fayette, NY... in 1830 that he would tithe his people. And now it is a world wide church that is just about everywhere.

[@raptman5425]

God didn't say, "pay tithing when you can afford to".

[@kmacintosh1448]

I don't understand how ppl can't use discernment when listening to church mandates and preaching about money. This has always been a red flag for me. I've had many Mormons and JW come to my door and I would listen but would never fall for their misguided beliefs.

[@savannahsmiles1797]

there are just as many misguided ministries, evangelists, etc. But the Mormons are very secretive about their corporation being what is important.

[@yfzjoe]

JWs don't make anyone tithe or donate. Everything with them is voluntary without the guilt trips.

[@ldub288]

@@yfzjoe as a former JW you are so very wrong..judgment and shaming is their entire gig. you don't follow the rules, you're shunned by everyone you know. you lose your friends and family. i'm not the only one, this is common knowledge👈

[@donnadraper5495]

You can get away with any crime you want if you become a pastor and open a church. Money flows freely.

[@Adam-ke6gg]

Its God that asks you to tithe, if the church miss uses it then its on them. I'm not of this church but know God asks us to tithe to help others. Mate look at it as you are doing as God asks, and be reasured you have done the right thing

[@TheRamnath007]

One cannot have rich looking church if money is actually used for charity

[@Janewomanpower]

I so agree! The irony staring right in our faces!

[@Natalieneptune469]

Transfer of wealth usually occur during recession, so the more stocks drop, the more I buy, in the meanwhile I'm just focused on making better investments and earning more as recession fear increases, apparently there are strategies to 3x gains in this present market because I read of someone that pulled a profit of $350k within 6months, what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist?

[@Alejandracamacho357]

Find stocks with market-beating yields and shares that at least keep pace with the market for a long term. For a successful long-term strategy I recommend you seek the guidance a broker or financial advisor.

[@Robertgriffinne]

@@Alejandracamacho357 Very true..I've been in constant touch with a Financial-Adviser for the past 23 months. You know, these days it's really easy to buy into trending stocks, but the task is determining when to sell or keep. That's where my manager comes in, to help me with entry and exit points in the industries I'm engaged in. Can’t say I regret it, I’m 63% up in profits just in Q3 of 2023.

[@marianparker7502]

@@Robertgriffinne

[@Robertgriffinne]

@@marianparker7502 My adviser is "Corinne Cecilia Heaney" You can easily look her up. She has years of financial market experience and she is also FINRA & SEC verifiable.

[@marianparker7502]

@@Robertgriffinne I just looked up 'Corinne online and researched her accreditation. She seem very proficient, I wrote her detailing my Fin-market goals and scheduled a call

[@bobbenjy6426]

Excellent reporting and journalism. Bravo.

[@michaelj3414]

"I believe the church built an empire by deceiving people." LOL This man just described all religions.

[@pizzaearthpancakesandother2549]

Who is watching this while wearing their magic underwear? 🙋🏻‍♂

[@six1nyne]

🙋‍♂️

[@MsCaterific]

I got rid of mine a little while back.

[@MsCaterific]

The corruptions are So.Much.More! then just money.

[@michaelmathis4100]

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints, I can say that I give my money to this church with no doubt that it will be put to good use. Now, how many of you can say that about the governments you live under. The ex Mormons in the room have an ax to grind and it has little to do with money, and more to do with their pride. Jesus Christ is at the head of this church working through imperfect people, but non the less he is prevailing.

[@AidaShawJ.D.]

You’re too cute! Please, whatever you do, do not get a better education! You’re doing great in your false equivalence there.

[@estherrodriguez546]

I believe in the law of tithing, however, I believe that I can give it directly to the most needy, not necessarily to the Mormon church. By doing so, I can readily see where my tithing money is going more effectively and honestly 🤷🏻‍♀️😇🙏🏽

[@johnhenry9456]

And that is totally your choice.

[@HermicraftAddict]

Another name is called charities. Charities are amazing.

[@Phi1Productions]

@@HermicraftAddict Did you know that the so-called charities are also corrupt? As long as you let people in charge, trouble begins.

[@HermicraftAddict]

@@Phi1Productions Certain ones are equally corrupt (I won't name the top ones off my head) However, good ones like The Food Bank actually help people who are hungry without all the hoops.

[@colinjensen]

@@HermicraftAddict To be clear, there is no corruption being alleged in this article.

[@ck2503]

I feel bad for all these folks who fall for this scam. I mean tithing in general not this specific case.

[@missrayelyn3045]

I'm sorry but I don't. There is a plethora of stories about churches scamming people for centuries. I think churches need to have their tax exempt status re-examined. Especially Mega Churches and churches that wade into politics.

[@raptman5425]

Get some Faith.

[@richardholmes5676]

Scam?

[@devynselnes4282]

The money goes to good causes lmao

[@tylerpond1229]

@@devynselnes4282 No it doesn’t. The church is a fraud.

[@rafaliataracena2577]

I feel you, I was brought up Catholic until after one Prist started asking for donations $200/$400 and that is when I started rethinking that religion.

[@HermicraftAddict]

That's a lot to ask for.

[@billybravo417]

Just like anything else,GOOD PRIEST,BAD PRIEST,USE COMMON SENSE WHAT GOD GAVE US,WOLF IN SHEEPS CLOTHING IT'S IN EVERY FAITH

[@raptman5425]

You should join the LDS Church. Maybe find some Happiness.

[@rsmyth75]

@@raptman5425 lol haha 😂

[@xenuburger7924]

The Mormon church asks for 50x that.

[@Iamlearningtolove]

And that's just the numbers we know about.

[@creativecrizzma111]

60,000 acres in Canada? Seriously, I think it would be more. Need to look at the ranches in the US too, and how their hired help are treated financially.

[@lyngruen8607]

Seems there is MUCH CORRUPTION in ALL RELIGIONS.... THE CHURCH HAS FAILED....FAILED THE CONGREGATIONS AND GOD....

[@scorp10fl53]

Because there is no god. No religion ever has produced any evidence whatsoever as to the existence of a metaphysical sky daddy!

[@lisamaria661]

You should make a video on the Vatican, I would love to see it!

[@luisfelix7989]

Mmmhh,, catholic church is not considered wealthy..

[@sean.butterworth]

That would be a multi-season series

[@KnowledgeFinder-sfldsy47]

It would have to be done in episodes & would have sequels after sequels which is watch but I'm not build ing my hopes up cos the pope isn't gonna show his ins and outs?😎 I remember the last Vatican banker to be found hung on Blackfriars bridge in London? Rob Yorkshire,uk.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@freddytang2128]

Dont want to judge or critique LDS" theology. But I feel like any religion that says you should pay your tithe before feeding your family, should raise massive red flags. Cant imagine any god want people to starve in order to pay tithe

[@jodsterf]

the lds church would never do that. but if you need food or help with your rent and bills, you have to tell your bishop so he can help you, you can't just complain that you paid tithing and then couldnt feed your kids because you didn't let your bishop know.

[@freddytang2128]

@@jodsterf I’m literally quoting what a LDS pastor/priest said in this documentary

[@jodsterf]

Exactly… so makes you question the validity of this journalist

[@lorellifenstad7451]

Thanks Fifth Estate for educating us about the evil doing in this Mormon church.

[@marsolinantonio8966]

I’m a member of another Church. We voluntarily give 10% of our tithes. We also give faith promise offering (over and beyond our tithes). But we are independent Church. The members know exactly where the money go. We vote when the expense goes over $2000. We don’t give salary to our Preacher. He’s a missionary, and he gets his support from Churches in the US. We believe the Church’s money is the Lord’s, and we have to be a good steward of it.

[@kathleenrobinson1594]

May I ask you why it’s 10% ??? Roman Catholic here. We didn’t have to give a percentage but you still needed to contribute. We all know now where most of that money went. No church should be asking for any monies.

[@ascendantindigo271]

Religion brings in Trillions annually because people think God is somewhere outside of themselves. Once the lie is believed, we are easily deceived... That unholy "Flavian" Bible only serves the "BA'AL & Baphomet" campaigns. Christ provides he doesn't take from his flock.

[@marsolinantonio8966]

@@kathleenrobinson1594 it’s actually what the Bible says. But God is commanding us also not to give out of necessity and grudgingly, and that we should cheerfully give.

[@katigrace25]

Does the lord need 39 billion dollars? No, he does not.

[@ascendantindigo271]

@@marsolinantonio8966 And "who" wrote that Bible ? Men inspired by God ? I thought the only way to God is threw believing Jesus was tortured and murdered. So now we can wear our torment like it's a badge of honor... I've met The "Holy Tetrahedron" personally.

[@rodolforodriguez2592]

We're at that transition point where humans are getting tired of bs religions of all kinds.

[@localjess838]

It's happening everywhere unfortunately. Nonprofits, charities etc

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@llamamama2910]

Lots of people see wealth as a sign of wisdom and godly favor

[@terrisewell4729]

Thanks the fifth Estate for the amazing information, but we got to put our effort and money into things that are more profitable to us.

[@limburgerfarrell3499]

Starting early is the best way of getting ahead to build wealth, invest ting remains a priority. I learnt from my last year's experience, i am able to build a suitable life because I invest ted early ahead this time.

[@Soboj-oy8me]

Yeah invest ment is the key to sustaining your financial longevity but venturing into any legi timate invest tment without a proper guidance of an ex pert can lead to greater loss too

[@theresathomas3849]

exactly! That's my main concern and what kind of invest ment can someone do with this increase economy turndown

[@adasohas]

you're right Fo rex tra ding is surely a lucrative way to invest whether you want growth, leverage, stable income or something in between.

[@JiwanWill]

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[@tonysmer]

Excellent start. A missing component of this topic is the major expansion of the Mormon Church in Asia and SE. Asian countries. E.g. Samoa, Fiji, Cambodia,

[@willylao5430]

Samoa & Fiji are Pacific countries, not Southeast Asian.

[@brendanwood1540]

Considering that Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, the church of Scientology, evangelism, and the largest military industrial complex in the world all come from the United States I kinda doubt that the Mormon church is the single wealthiest land owner.

[@hokehinson5987]

That's probably in regards to a tax free cult being the single largest wealthiest land owner...

[@edpeaceofmind]

When you apply to BYU as a student you sign an honor code that specifically outlines what is expected of your behavior. All students must sign or will not be admitted. This isn't something you're blindsided with. All these students know and are aware of the consequences of YOU breaking the honor code.

[@Noname-cn4ly]

Most charities in the United States, if investigated, would uncover SOME type of crooked activity….that would shock the people……(Starting with the Goodwill industries) 😡

[@grownjohnboy]

Yeah sure. Whatabout defence opens you up to much criticism.

[@maddexq9107]

Surely you are not suggesting that because other charities do fraudulent things, “crooked activities” as you say, that the LDS church should not be held accountable for their fraud?

[@grownjohnboy]

@@maddexq9107 Absitively and posolutely inclined that way. The entire jaheeeeeeeesusssss movement has become a smarmy monetized industry. Time to open their books.

[@johncato4412]

You don’t have to choose a private university that chooses not to recognize your life style. Go someplace else.

[@tawnyavandamme5471]

I LOVE reports such as this ! Mind blowing 😮

[@raptman5425]

Why?

[@callumgowar]

@@tawnyavandamme5471 Rapt Man is a bot!!! Check the comments!

[@tawnyavandamme5471]

@@callumgowar thanks

[@jsimmons7023]

It just feels like money laundering.

[@RosePetal-j2i]

It’s tithing and fast offerings

[@atphoenix2020]

We have all been duped. No more for me.

[@theresewheeler1498]

Wow how truthful it is . Paying tithing for these leaders in church, I stop paying my tithing as well .. your kids will be save and you are right to do the good things

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@jodsterf]

church leaders don't get paid. its volunteer... service to others

[@raptman5425]

Get some Faith, it's free.

[@marlenemcmillan8891]

It's quite shocking how people expect churches and religion to make them happy...listen to your own self do not follow other beliefs

[@lauraarcher1730]

And where does that get you?

[@egoldthorp1]

I guess you know exactly everything about the disbursement of the sacred funds the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints receives and how it is applied, do you believe if you are part of an organization that welfare funds are received by donors that it is there to help its parishioner’s who participate in the program. That the church is the biggest proponent of education and helps those members of the church with discounted tuition as part of the program, just like state and out of state students where there is a separate rate respectively. Do you realize where the church grows in population that buildings are built mortgage free to house the saints congregating in those areas, to provide a place of worship. Everything takes money and it is the faith of those members who pay tithings that these wonderful blessings are expended to facilitate the growth. I think you are stuck with your prejudices and are judging very immaturely and without the full scope of the manner of stewardship over these sacred funds how it all works together. All this show has done is take bitter hurt people who know full well the commitment these members make, and target the church based on people who have nothing better than to badger the good name of this religion. Dig deeper talk to a leader in the church and give fair time to address these questions. The hearts of these members are good, kind generous in so many ways. This show is just looking to take advantage of the hate filled world and collect their own filthy lucre in the name of entertainment.

[@marlenemcmillan8891]

@@egoldthorp1 I don't follow any organization or religion...I believe in myself..

[@burntearth85]

@@lauraarcher1730 a happy life.

[@MeToo-py1tq]

This is a freaking great documentary it is thorough concise and easy to follow! Good stuff !

[@cindybates68]

bot

[@BGPOND30]

but we have known this for many many years its not no secret, just headhunters trying to make a name anyway it was all resolved and explained by the church and the governments.

[@MeToo-py1tq]

@@BGPOND30 Oh you mean no independent thinking required "When church leaders have spoken the thinking had already been done for you" okay got it! 😉

[@SHARON.I]

@@MeToo-py1tq yep exactly! Follow the leader you don't have to think for yourself

[@JHNative]

It's an anti-religion hit piece. It's highly one sided and not balanced and objective.

[@johnb5254]

It's a profit driven corporation that dabbles in religion.

[@breneganmcnulty6324]

This pisses me off so much. Thank you for covering this topic!

[@ashleyingoldsby]

Change that tax system if Canadians have a problem with this. The church is following the law -- the law is the problem. I'll gladly keep paying my tithing. It has blessed my life and I am grateful for the charity work done by the church. No one is forced to pay tithing.

[@JLa_500]

Tithing doesn't bless, God does. So nice to hear however that you are 'blessed'. Maybe you can save some blessings for me.

[@stanbyme7874]

@@JLa_500 perfect 👍

[@randomandology]

@@JLa_500 blessings are bottomless. There is more than an overabundance for everyone. Just follow god.

[@JLa_500]

@@randomandology do you follow god?

[@joycenaylor4488]

Unless you want to go to the temple, etc.

[@PetePuebla]

I'm sorry but BYU isn't a charity. Governments in Canada, Australia, and the US need to start cutting the loop holes.

[@chriscoyle7506]

Why don't you investigate the Canadian federal government with such vigor? Hmm?

[@kevin6550694]

Totally

[@johnsax1445]

A Massive Corporation which happens to own aChurch (for tax reasons, you know 😊)

[@cherylsibson2529]

Props to those that researched and acknowledged that the Canadian healthcare system was affected by this. What about churches on Maui?

[@MH_Bikes]

Canadians expect better oversight of charities. This is outrageous.

[@donbeam4072]

you guys do awesome work

[@Starfish2145]

Grifters just like Scientology

[@jeffs4483]

Jesus doesn't need your money in order for you to be saved. That's how you know this religion is false. "By their fruits, you shall know them".

[@stephenlamarina9409]

Why is there never any action taken to stop this. Who is protecting them. Makes you wonder. Not much justice here.

[@thepreacher5934]

Protecting them from what? Unsubstantiated claims?

[@jeffs4483]

The LDS corporation cleverly hides behind the guarantee of religious freedom.

[@kindafreexp1415]

When you have enough wealth and have a private law firm at your beck-and-call you're more than capable of protecting yourself from investigation and punishment.