consiglieri wrote:Last evening while mowing the lawn, I felt impressed that I should take steps to begin a community dialogue about Mormonism.
Accordingly, I have drafted the following letter and am mailing it out today to about sixty local churches.
Thoughts?
Great idea!

I would think that out of 60 prospects, you'll probably get about 10 positive responses (Of those 10, I would guess about 6 would see this as an opportunity to engage/minister and "save" you)
Also, in case these discussions do not go as you have anticipated, I would bring along several rolls of duct tape (kinda like having a personal traveling "Nemesis" at your side) should you need to cover any particular pie hole/holes along the way.
Anyway, I would love to hear how this goes!
Please report back.

Peace,
Ceeboo
[/quote]June 20, 2012
Dear Pastor or Minister,
2012 may see the election of the first Mormon president in US history. Public interest in Mormonism is at an all-time high. Your congregants know Mormons in their community, at their jobs and in their schools. I have been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) for 34-years, served a mission in Japan, and have been married in the temple. I am also an attorney and have been practicing in Hancock County since 1990.
God has placed it upon my heart to reach out in fellowship to local churches with the open invitation to have me speak with your congregation on the subject of Mormonism. This is not an attempt to convert members of your church to Mormonism, nor is it an attempt to persuade anyone that Mormonism is superior your faith. I am not a missionary. I have not received a call by an LDS church leader to issue this invitation. I am acting solely upon the promptings of the Holy Ghost.
I am well qualified to engage in such a public conversation, having studied Mormonism in depth for over three decades, and being quite familiar with all its many aspects. Once again, my purpose is not to convert but to converse.
This discussion would be presented in any manner you deem fit and at the place and time of your choosing. Regardless of the format, I think Q&A is an essential component. The main point is to answer questions your people may have regarding Mormonism, whether about its history, its scriptures or its leaders. I will not shy away from difficult questions, but will answer them frankly, fully and forthrightly. No dodging, no spinning, and no whitewashing.
Many traditional Christians harbor suspicion of Mormons and their motives. I understand this. But I reiterate there is nothing here but an offer to discuss the subject of Mormonism in an open and relaxed atmosphere. There is no hidden plan, no ulterior motive, no strings attached. What I have proposed is all there is. Should you be interested in hosting such a meeting, I guarantee you and your congregation a faithful, honest, respectful and fascinating experience. I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours in the bonds of Christ,
Consiglieri