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Mormon church celebrates diversity milestone

Name: Mormon church celebrates diversity milestone
Uploaded: 2018-07-08T22:52:41.000Z
Duration: 2 min
Description: This year marks 40 years since a ban was lifted to allow black Mormons to be ordained as priests. NBC News’ Steve Patterson talks to members of the church about the anniversary and progress still to come.

This year marks 40 years since a ban was lifted to allow black Mormons to be ordained as priests. NBC News’ Steve Patterson talks to members of the church about the anniversary and progress still to come.