Curious timeline for the essays... The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints came out with the essays to avoid law suits. Not just in America, but in other countries. At least that is my opinion. In the UK the Fraud Act of 2006 covers; fraud by false representation, fraud by failing to disclose information, and fraud by abuse of position.

In 2013 a lawsuit (specifically for fraud) was filed in England against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Seven of the Mormon Essays were released in quick succession before the lawsuit ended. Four more were released within six months of the trial ending. Then a few more essays within another year. Coincidence? Perhaps, but that is quite a coincidence. 

The church is being more honest is tapir shit. More like putting money first as usual. Protecting their ass ets is the most important thing to them. Not the people. 