Hot Mormon moms calendar causing a stir

[Honey]

A website called Mormons Exposed has put out a calendar that’s getting quite a lot of attention. It features Mormon moms dressed provocatively – one even in her bra and panties, several in bathing suits, another dressed up as a schoolteacher with her cardigan sweater unbuttoned so her bra is showing, etc. None of the photos are all that provocative by secular standards, but the Mormon church places a high value on modesty. Most Mormons wear special underclothes (known as “the garment” by Mormons and sometimes called “Mormon underwear” by non-Mormons) after their Endowment, which is often part of a Mormon marriage .
According to my Mormon friends it’s not uncomfortable or restrictive, though it can be rather hot. But part of the point is that you have to dress somewhat modestly simply to keep the garment from showing. Women are supposed to wear it even under their bathing suits, though I know a few who don’t. Like I said, not all Mormons wear it – and I think it’s safe to say the women in this calendar certainly don’t.
According to Mormons Exposed, the point of their website – and the calendar - is to be a “vehicle to create dialog and deliberately debunk the subservient stereotypes of women’s roles within the Mormon Church.” Here’s my question though: is it supposed to create a dialog amongst Mormon women? Or to remind the rest of us that women often have a subservient role in Mormon marriages? Or – just as likely – is it to create shock and thus money? Mormons Exposed also has a male equivalent calendar called Men on a Mission Calendar. It’s a bunch of men who have returned from their missions and are all buff as a result.

Some articles aren’t paying close attention to the information that’s given on the Mormons Exposed website, and are incorrectly saying that the calendar is being put out by the Mormon church, which is absolutely not true and would make no sense. Especially considering the website sells a magnet that says, “My Other Wife is a Mormon” and a t-shirt that says “I’m My Own Uncle” – which comes in Brigham Blue.

Q: What makes the Hot Mormon Muffins calendar so unique?

A: Behind the eye-candy, this brand has a deeper story - one that can reshape perceptions, heighten awareness, and perhaps encourage and inspire a broadened acceptance of human and religious diversity. The fact that twelve Mormons mothers appearing in a pin-up calendar has certainly raised eyebrows, it has also helped sort out some common misconceptions about Mormons. The shock value of what these traditionally conservative mothers has done is a powerful progressive step in building a dialogue that encourages people across every belief system and walk of life to defy stereotypes, step out of judgment and embrace tolerance.

[From Mormons Exposed]
The website also notes that the founder, who was raised in an 8th generation Mormon family, was excommunicated from the LDS church as a result of the project. I tend to assume the same will happen with the moms in this calendar. It does bring up some interesting points on Mormonism, but in most religions and cultures you can find examples of women being treated as subservient to men. That said, there are some unique ways in happens in Mormonism. Jon Krakauer’s “Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith” is a fantastic book that deals with women’s role in the Mormon faith, and even argues that Elizabeth Smart was able to be abducted and held by her captors without running away because as a Mormon girl she was taught to be obedient to men.

Anyway, here’s the calendar. Shocking to most of us, no. Interesting, nonetheless. Images thanks to Fame Pictures .





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[Karistiona]

Aw good on them, they're cute pics.

[cupcake]

My sister would never be caught without her "garment" glad to see these ladies loosen up a bit. I think the pics are too cute!

[PoisonGirl]

Cute photos! I like it!

[A*O]

Hey cupcake - what exactly is this "garment" thing Mormons wear? I've heard of it and I've seen a tiny glimpse of the sleeve of one worn by a guy I used to work with but they are very secretive about it for some reason.

[Grimmlok]

it's magic underwear that protects you from satan.



"A Temple garment (also referred to as garments, or Mormon underwear)[1] is a type of underwear worn by members of some denominations of the Latter Day Saint movement, after they have taken part in the Endowment ceremony. Garments are worn both day and night and are required for any previously endowed adult to enter a church temple.[2] The undergarments are viewed as a symbolic reminder of the sacred covenants made in temple ceremonies, and are viewed as an either symbolic or literal source of protection from the evils of the world.[3]"

[MohandasKGanja]

My cousin was married to a mormon who wanted her to cover herself and wear the garment (even though she never converted). She told him to stick it up his wazoo.

Eventually, she divorced him because he was too controlling (shocker).

[Brookie]

Ooh, attractive. At least the men's version allows for a nice-sized dick - maybe that's why it's referred to as an "endowment" ceremony??

[kingcap72]

They actually called it hot Mormon 'muffins?' I'm sure the Website knows that 'muffin' is slang for vagina, which would go over the heads of the Mormon Church.

[yoyoma]

Originally Posted by kingcap72

They actually called it hot Mormon 'muffins?' I'm sure the Website knows that 'muffin' is slang for vagina, which would go over the heads of the Mormon Church.

It is? I learn something new every day on this site

[Brookie]

I'm gaining new respect for the sausage mcmuffin now....... those pervs at Mickey D's!!!

[VenusInFauxFurs]

Originally Posted by Grimmlok

it's magic underwear that protects you from satan.



"A Temple garment (also referred to as garments, or Mormon underwear)[1] is a type of underwear worn by members of some denominations of the Latter Day Saint movement, after they have taken part in the Endowment ceremony. Garments are worn both day and night and are required for any previously endowed adult to enter a church temple.[2] The undergarments are viewed as a symbolic reminder of the sacred covenants made in temple ceremonies, and are viewed as an either symbolic or literal source of protection from the evils of the world.[3]"

Holy crap! Can't they at least make sacred shitters more attractive? Unless they're supposed to thwart lust. They look highly flammable too.

[MohandasKGanja]

Originally Posted by yoyoma

It is? I learn something new every day on this site

he said "you ain't seen nothin' till you're down on a muffin
then you're sure to be a-changin' your ways" -- Aerosmith, "Walk this Way"

[HWBL]

Cute. Very fifties pin-uppish.

[L1049]

Originally Posted by Grimmlok

it's magic underwear that protects you from satan.



"A Temple garment (also referred to as garments, or Mormon underwear)[1] is a type of underwear worn by members of some denominations of the Latter Day Saint movement, after they have taken part in the Endowment ceremony. Garments are worn both day and night and are required for any previously endowed adult to enter a church temple.[2] The undergarments are viewed as a symbolic reminder of the sacred covenants made in temple ceremonies, and are viewed as an either symbolic or literal source of protection from the evils of the world.[3]"

Someone could probably make good money by offering a push-up, or underwire version of that.