Commentary: From Latter-day Saint to Catholic saint? The incredible spiritual journey of a mystical Utah native.

From Latter-day Saint to Catholic Saint: The Spiritual Journey of Cora Evans

A century ago, Ogden, Utah, was a tough place, even too lawless for Chicago gangster Al Capone's liking. However, it was also home to prominent and devout Latter-day Saint families.

Cora Evans, a Utah native and mystic, converted from Mormonism to Catholicism and is now under consideration for sainthood by the Vatican. Born Cora Louise Yorgason on July 9, 1904, in Midvale, her journey is an incredible one.

The Vatican might canonize Cora Evans as the first Ogden saint.

Author's summary: Cora Evans' spiritual journey from Mormonism to Catholicism is under consideration for sainthood.

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The Salt Lake Tribune The Salt Lake Tribune — 2025-10-28

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