towards a spiritualist Mormonism/Mormon non-theism

[useful idiot]

Mormons have quite a bit going for them. They place an emphasis on education you don't see in many conservative Christian circles, they are typically fairly cultured, and they have a fascinating history. That sense of unity in being "apart" appeals to a lot of people. I've known plenty of Mormons who have stayed LDS for the cultural aspects, but aren't believers in the religious system. It's fairly common actually.

Of course tolerance in every group always has its limits, and Mormons are no exception. I wouldn't recommend anyone become a Mormon because I think it's a false religion, but aside from that I think anyone who is consciously going into the LDS church with the goal of reforming it or openly maintaining non-belief would find themselves extremely disappointed.