I got into a conversation about evolution last night with an active member of the Mormon Church. I presented the concept that though other religions seem to think evolution is the tool of the devil, LDS folks shouldn't think so. This afternoon I discovered a great article by Michael R. Ash, The Mormon Myth of Evil Evolution, which shows that the official Church position on evolution is neutral.

Even if you're not from a Mormon background, you may find it interesting how a major world religion has avoided committing itself one way or the other to such an obviously important topic. Also I don't think one has to be a Mormon in order to try and reconsile one's beliefs with science; perhaps there is something every religious person could learn from the article.

If you liked Michael R. Ash's article, you may also find of interest Duane E. Jeffery's well-known and often cited Seers, Savants and Evolution: The Uncomfortable Interface.