Definitely not normal church teachings.
I think we have to remember this....
We are talking about his here as somewhat naive, deaf, nervous...and whatever.....He has been one of the many who have been "out there"... for quite a while.
This is why I get nervous about both Melanie and he trying so hard to sound so "mainstream Mormon" at this time.
And wonder, too, if the Church letter could influence them.
What if the prosecution, because they know that the Defense is going to try to bash Melanie, has some Church character witnesses for Melanie--to bolster up her credibility ????????
Could that be in more jeopardy now???
I think how
@LDS social scientist explained... probably not. But will perception still get involved here.