The Power of the DAO – A Vision of Vindication and Transformation

As we concluded in Article 2, we envisioned a profound future of trauma healing, community restoration, and justice for those harmed by the authoritarian secrecy of LDS Church leadership. Now, we take the next bold step forward—charting a comprehensive, transformative vision anchored in decentralization and absolute transparency through a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO). This powerful solution not only promises to restore trust and accountability but also positions the LDS Church to thrive like never before.

Decentralizing Power: Why a DAO is Essential

Given the LDS Church’s recent high-profile violations and financial mismanagement exposed by the SEC and IRS, the current leadership can no longer be trusted to safeguard the Church's vast wealth and resources. However, penalizing the Church financially would unfairly punish the innocent members—faithful tithers, and their families—who are the true owners and stewards of these assets. Thus, the only logical and just solution is to remove the current centralized authority entirely and replace it with a fully transparent, community-driven DAO.

“But all things become visible when they are exposed by the light, for everything that becomes visible is light.” Ephesians 5:13

The DAO structure is revolutionary precisely because it eliminates secrecy and central control, ensuring every action is transparent, traceable, and democratic. Imagine the wealth of the LDS Church safeguarded not by a select group of authoritarian leaders but by millions of empowered tithers, each holding tokens representing their past financial contributions. These tokens would grant immediate and ongoing voting rights, fundamentally shifting control from a central authority to a vast, decentralized network of rightful stakeholders.

Practically, this means that individuals like Sarah and thousands of other LDS members could immediately participate in major decisions, from strategic investments to humanitarian missions. With the DAO, every member is an active participant rather than a passive observer, fundamentally reshaping the Church into a community-driven organization.

Tokenizing Tithing: Empowering Members

The transformative power of tokenization is profound, enabling every former and current LDS member who ever contributed through tithing to receive tokens proportionate to their contributions. This tokenization strategy immediately grants meaningful, tangible authority to individuals previously sidelined or silenced. Imagine a young Digital Warrior, inspired by Preston Allen and trained in the GO LO method, helping a family devastated by excommunication rediscover their rightful place within the community through token empowerment.

“Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.” 1 Corinthians 12:4-5

Through tokenized voting rights, former outcasts become influential voices in decisions about financial management, humanitarian initiatives, and doctrinal integrity. Blockchain technology, at the core of this DAO structure, ensures absolute transparency, providing every token holder immediate and verifiable access to financial records, resource allocations, and strategic plans. This heightened transparency eliminates any possibility of secrecy or corruption, swiftly restoring trust and integrity within the LDS community.

For instance, a mother previously ostracized due to challenging the LDS leadership on issues of abuse now holds tokens representing years of faithful giving. Her voice, now amplified through her tokens, actively shapes how church funds are allocated to support survivors of abuse and trauma recovery initiatives. This scenario exemplifies how tokenizing tithing transforms passive followers into active, empowered stakeholders, significantly reshaping the governance and direction of the Church.

Outperforming Tech Giants: The DAO’s Unmatched Potential

Envision harnessing the immense wealth of the LDS Church through a DAO committed not just to preservation, but to extraordinary global impact, growth, and healing. Such a DAO could quickly eclipse the influence and financial clout of major tech giants like Facebook, X, and Google.

Through strategic investment in groundbreaking ethical technologies, sustainable initiatives, and extensive humanitarian missions, the LDS DAO would establish an unprecedented benchmark for social responsibility and innovation.

“Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us.” Ephesians 3:20

More importantly, the transition to DAO control would catalyze an unprecedented wave of healing across communities historically harmed by centralized, secretive governance. Imagine countless individuals and families previously fractured by excommunication now experiencing profound justice and vindication. Victims who lost everything could see their dignity and resources restored, creating a wave of emotional and psychological healing that reverberates through generations.

Picture a scenario where a Digital Warrior, trained in the compassionate GO LO methodology and guided by Preston Allen’s vision, brings together an entire community torn apart by decades of silence and suffering. Families once estranged due to fear and shame come together in communal healing circles funded and supported by the LDS DAO. Resources flow into extensive counseling programs, specialized healing retreats, and innovative community recovery initiatives aimed at reconciliation and restoration.

These investments would include state-of-the-art trauma centers, accessible mental health services, educational scholarships for children of affected families, and dedicated support systems for excommunicated members seeking restoration and reintegration. Each of these initiatives, decided through democratic DAO governance, could profoundly impact lives, bringing tangible restoration and profound emotional healing.

The societal ripple effects of this mass vindication and recovery would be immeasurable. Communities would thrive in ways previously unimaginable as healed families and individuals reintegrate with restored confidence and a renewed sense of purpose. This scenario of healing, vindication, and collective empowerment sets a global example of compassionate and just community governance, highlighting the unmatched potential of a DAO structured to serve its members genuinely.

Reconciling and Restoring Relationships with Native American Tribes

In a remarkable act of genuine reconciliation and justice, the LDS DAO could spearhead an unprecedented mission to heal historic wounds with Native American tribes. Brigham Young and early LDS settlers inflicted profound harm, including massacres and severe displacement, upon indigenous communities. Recognizing this, the LDS DAO would initiate comprehensive efforts towards reconciliation by openly acknowledging past wrongs, taking full responsibility, and demonstrating sincere repentance.

“Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed.” James 5:16

Imagine a groundbreaking event where LDS DAO leaders publicly apologize to Native American tribal leaders, expressing deep remorse and a firm commitment to reparative justice. This would launch extensive initiatives supporting tribal communities, including restoration of sacred lands, substantial investment in health, education, and infrastructure improvements, and robust cultural preservation programs.

Such actions would not only foster deep healing and restoration between the LDS Church and Native American tribes but also set an inspiring global example of true repentance and profound reconciliation. Through this heartfelt mission, the LDS DAO would exemplify the transformative power of Christ-like compassion, showing the world how genuine love and humility can mend even the deepest historical wounds.

Democratizing Doctrine and Purpose

The implications for internal church governance through a DAO are transformative and critically urgent. For generations, LDS Church members have been subject to doctrines and policies imposed by a small, centralized leadership, leading to widespread spiritual and emotional trauma. Transitioning to a DAO model radically democratizes doctrine, ensuring it genuinely reflects the spiritual insights, ethical values, and heartfelt convictions of the entire membership.

Through the powerful medium of blockchain-enabled smart contracts, core doctrines, teachings, and policies become transparently encoded, unalterable without collective approval. Imagine, for example, a member-driven dialogue and subsequent vote on contentious issues such as the Trinity Doctrine, the inerrancy of the Bible, women’s roles in the church, or humanitarian priorities. Each decision emerges from extensive, inclusive discussions that empower every voice, not just a privileged few.

“Where there is no guidance the people fall, but in abundance of counselors there is victory.” Proverbs 11:14

Real-world implications are profound. Families previously marginalized by rigid doctrines could find their perspectives validated and their concerns compassionately addressed. Members who historically felt silenced or oppressed would experience genuine empowerment and healing as their voices significantly shape mission and purpose. This immediate and meaningful involvement creates a robust, spiritually vibrant community, unified through mutual respect and collective purpose.

The urgency of this transition is undeniable. Without immediate democratization, the LDS Church risks perpetuating historical wounds and further alienating its members. By rapidly adopting DAO governance, the Church could swiftly usher in an era of unprecedented unity, spiritual authenticity, and healing.

Breaking the Chains of Dictatorship

For decades, countless individuals, families, and communities have silently suffered under the oppressive control of the centralized LDS Church leadership. Like so many others, they quietly walked away, carrying deep emotional scars, reluctant to speak out to maintain family ties and community peace. Yet the wounds remained, invisible but painfully real. Today, if the Church transitions to DAO governance, many will finally experience the vindication and acknowledgment they have long deserved.

“It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1

The centralized authority resembled an authoritarian regime, demanding conformity and punishing dissent. Many of us faced devastating consequences simply for questioning doctrines or leadership actions—losing relationships, community standing, and even our identities. The DAO’s emergence breaks these chains decisively, offering a profound sense of relief, justice, and renewed hope.

With democratic governance replacing autocratic control, each voice, previously silenced, gains power and significance. Transparent, collective decision-making ensures accountability, fairness, and genuine spiritual authenticity, healing decades of trauma. This transformation provides a powerful example of justice prevailing over oppression, validating our silent struggles and empowering us to reclaim our rightful place in a vibrant, inclusive community. Today, we stand vindicated, honored, and finally heard.

Forgiveness, Restoration, and a New Beginning

At the heart of this profound transition is the absolute necessity of forgiveness. True forgiveness liberates not only those who inflicted harm but also frees victims from the chains of bitterness and resentment. As we move forward, we must forgive everyone, including ourselves, recognizing that we are all fallible, all capable of growth, healing, and transformation. Forgiveness does not mean forgetting the pain or excusing harmful actions; rather, it is a powerful act of spiritual and emotional liberation that enables a genuine new beginning.

“Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17

This moment represents a Biblical Jubilee, a time when debts are forgiven, slaves are freed, and communities experience full restoration. We are new creations in Christ, stepping forward into a new era marked by fresh wineskins—structures capable of holding the abundant new wine of transformative community and spiritual revival. As the LDS Church embraces DAO governance, it symbolizes the ultimate act of collective repentance, redemption, and renewal.

“Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:32

Imagine the healing power unleashed as families and individuals who were torn apart by religious authority and abusive leadership now find genuine reconciliation and restoration. Communities, previously fractured by mistrust and exclusion, now come together, united in a shared purpose rooted in transparency, equity, and love. Each member, empowered through democratic participation and genuine accountability, contributes to building a healthier, stronger, and more compassionate community.

“For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; and the former things will not be remembered or come to mind.” Isaiah 65:17

Finally, it is essential to acknowledge Preston Allen, whose courage, humility, and visionary leadership have been instrumental in igniting this transformative journey. Preston’s quiet strength and unwavering dedication have brought him from the shadows into the bright light of leadership. His commitment to truth, justice, and radical love embodies the very spirit of the new LDS DAO. Preston, standing shoulder to shoulder with our community, exemplifies the profound power of servant leadership and authentic discipleship. This is just the beginning—our best days lie ahead, united in forgiveness, empowered by truth, and strengthened by love.

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