Faith
Writing history: Muslim women reshape their destiny with new freedom
It was a vision never before seen in Egypt: hundreds of women waiting to cast a vote in the country's first free...
Family at first sight: Girl with Down syndrome has instant bond in adoptive Utah home
The 4-year-old only had a first name — Kareen. Read more »
California assembly OKs measure to add more protections for religious freedom
The state Assembly has approved a bill that would add more protections for religious freedom in the workplace, specifying that California discrimination laws also should apply to religious clothing, hairstyles and the right to carry... Read more »
Archbishop sees revival coming for Christian family life
On the eve of Pope Benedict’s visit to the 7th World Meeting of Families in Milan, the city’s archbishop believes there are real signs of hope that Christian family life is undergoing a revival. Read more »
Today's misperceptions of Mormonism evoke old depictions by Mark Twain, Arthur Conan Doyle
Mark Twain and Arthur Conan Doyle were both cited in national publications recently as authors who contributed to inaccurate perceptions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through... Read more »
Church constructed in one day thanks to faithful helpers
Calvary Tabernacle Church, in Perry, Iowa, was built, from top to bottom, in just 24 hours, thanks to hundreds of volunteers who came to help. Read more »
We just know; that's how we decide
In 1830, at the age of 23, Parley Pratt, who would soon become a member of the original Quorum of Twelve Apostles and one of the great missionaries and writers of early Mormonism, encountered the... Read more »
Commentary: The power of no
The power of no launched America. Some dissenters from the Church of England crossed an ocean to worship, raise children and form communities freely according to the dictates of conscience. Read more »
Family history fair on June 9 in Murray
MURRAY — There will be about 100 classes, exhibits, a hands-on computer lab and family history consultants at the Murray Family History Fair on June 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Murray High School, 5440 S. State St. The event is... Read more »
New display at D.C. temple visitors center showcases LDS beliefs
A new exhibit at the Washington, D.C., Temple Visitors Center titled "We Follow Jesus Christ" shows what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches about race relations, political... Read more »
Young Mormon NASCAR hopeful makes time for faith and family
Mitchell Taylor, 18, has raced competitively since he was 9 years old. He is on track to race in NASCAR and dreams of someday racing Jeff Gordon. But despite his talent and love for racing, he is... Read more »
Why funerals are so important
There is very little that lifts the darkness of death of a loved-one. All we can do is be there. Read more »
Women must earn respect as clergy, rather than assuming it exists
Negative perceptions about women serving as pastors and leaders of church congregations are not as strongly held as they once were. However, many women are surprised by the length of time it takes a congregation to adjust to a female... Read more »
Haven for the homeless in a church parking lot
Moreland Presbyterian Church is the first one of its kind to open church parking spaces to women who are homeless and live in their cars. Read more »
Christians join in prayer prior to London Olympics
Christians from all denominations who are living in London have committed to spending time in prayer during the days leading up to the 2012 Summer Olympic Games. Read more »
Pope breaks silence over Vatileaks scandal
Pope Benedict XVI broke his silence Wednesday over the leaked documents scandal that has convulsed the Vatican, saying he was saddened by the betrayal but grateful to those aides who work... Read more »
BYU football: Phil Ford has change of plans; plans LDS mission after graduation
Iowa Western offensive lineman was dead set on playing for BYU immediately after graduating next summer. Well, those plans have now changed. Read more »
Is prejudice against Mormons acceptable?
Writing on Inside Higher Ed, a website dedicated to news and opinion in the world of higher education, an Idaho State University professor who is not LDS wonders why prejudice against Mormons is... Read more »
Kirk Cameron starts online community for like-minded believers
Kirk Cameron is working to unite like-minded people through his online community where people can spend time viewing and interacting with music, books and ideas that Cameron says "can radically... Read more »
Calif. parents keep children at home to teach their Hindu faith
While some Indian parents rely on Hindu religious schools to provide instruction to their children, others have found schools to be inadequate in giving kids a well-rounded education in their faith. Read more »
Strong families key to a strong military
Our take: U.S. military chaplains say stable marriages make for a strong military. To help support marriages, programs like Strong Bonds, which was started in Hawaii by a chaplain, were initiated to help soldiers and their wives... Read more »
Picturing history: Bishopton, Scotland
Picturing history: Bishopton, Scotland The first LDS missionaries to take the gospel to Scotland were Alexander Wright and Samuel Mulliner. Following their conversion to the gospel in Canada,... Read more »
New Harmony: Learning from the spirit of Lorenzo Snow
For Memorial Day this year, I gave a young friend a cook's tour of the Brigham City cemetery. I think young people need to get close and personal with a graveyard. It sobers them up a little. Read more »
Mormon Media Observer: Journalistic bias against Mormons is overrated
My experience with journalists suggests they almost always try to get the story of the Latter-day Saints correct. Read more »
Today in the Bloggernacle: Help the New Era by taking a survey
The managing editor of the New Era wants your ideas to help facilitate more online conversations with youth, leaders and parents. And did you know the Mormon Messages videos are now organized by... Read more »
Michelle King: The priesthood revelation that changed the world, on 'Mormon Times TV'
The LDS Church First Presidency's 1978 revelation on the priesthood changed the world. You'll see how it's affected lives. Plus great tips on implementing President Dieter F. Uchtdorf's "two-word... Read more »
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Today's misperceptions of Mormonism evoke old depictions by Mark Twain, Arthur Conan Doyle
Mark Twain and Arthur Conan Doyle were both cited in national publications recently as authors who contributed to inaccurate perceptions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through... Read more »
BYU football: Phil Ford has change of plans; plans LDS mission after graduation
Iowa Western offensive lineman was dead set on playing for BYU immediately after graduating next summer. Well, those plans have now changed. Read more »
Is prejudice against Mormons acceptable?
Writing on Inside Higher Ed, a website dedicated to news and opinion in the world of higher education, an Idaho State University professor who is not LDS wonders why prejudice against Mormons is... Read more »
Arizona woman says first-edition copy of Book of Mormon stolen
A bookstore owner in Mesa, Ariz., says a first-edition copy of the Book of Mormon was stolen from her. Read more »
We just know; that's how we decide
In 1830, at the age of 23, Parley Pratt, who would soon become a member of the original Quorum of Twelve Apostles and one of the great missionaries and writers of early Mormonism, encountered the... Read more »
Mormon firsts
Mitt Romney is positioned to become the first Mormon to appear at the top of a major party ticket in a presidential election, but he’s not actually the first Mormon to run for president (that... Read more »
Dangerous silence: Why you need to talk to your kids about sex
Today's society is awash in depictions of sexuality, ranging from salacious magazines, ads and Internet sites to more-than-suggestive television shows and movies that glorify casual sex and... Read more »
Lights, camera, faith: The Shawn Stevens story
After joining the LDS Church in 1977, Shawn Stevens appeared to have a promising career in Hollywood. Then in the mid-1980s, he was offered a role in a groundbreaking church film that changed his... Read more »
Young Mormon NASCAR hopeful makes time for faith and family
Mitchell Taylor, 18, has raced competitively since he was 9 years old. He is on track to race in NASCAR and dreams of someday racing Jeff Gordon. But despite his talent and love for racing, he is... Read more »
Fathers and sons bond at BYU sports camp
More than 800 fathers and sons from across the country spent Memorial Day weekend bonding through sports and spiritual activities at Brigham Young University. Read more »
Why funerals are so important
There is very little that lifts the darkness of death of a loved-one. All we can do is be there. Read more »
Wright Words: Virginia young women light up runway at unique fashion show
Several weeks ago, the small town of Woodstock, Va., became the capital of the fashion world. The New York glitterati might not have noticed, but I did. For a few hours, a nondescript high school... Read more »
LDS members divided about Romney-based media spotlight
The Boston Globe and the BBC have each done stories indicating that members of the LDS Church seem to be of two minds when it comes to the media spotlight shining on their religion as a result of... Read more »
New display at D.C. temple visitors center showcases LDS beliefs
A new exhibit at the Washington, D.C., Temple Visitors Center titled "We Follow Jesus Christ" shows what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches about race relations, political... Read more »
Commentary: The power of no
The power of no launched America. Some dissenters from the Church of England crossed an ocean to worship, raise children and form communities freely according to the dictates of conscience. Read more »
Michelle King: The priesthood revelation that changed the world, on 'Mormon Times TV'
The LDS Church First Presidency's 1978 revelation on the priesthood changed the world. You'll see how it's affected lives. Plus great tips on implementing President Dieter F. Uchtdorf's "two-word... Read more »
Mormon Media Observer: Journalistic bias against Mormons is overrated
My experience with journalists suggests they almost always try to get the story of the Latter-day Saints correct. Read more »
Kirk Cameron starts online community for like-minded believers
Kirk Cameron is working to unite like-minded people through his online community where people can spend time viewing and interacting with music, books and ideas that Cameron says "can radically... Read more »
Writing history: Muslim women reshape their destiny with newfound freedom
It was a vision never before seen in Egypt: hundreds of women waiting to cast a vote in the country's first free presidential election. Read more »
Pope breaks silence over Vatileaks scandal
Pope Benedict XVI broke his silence Wednesday over the leaked documents scandal that has convulsed the Vatican, saying he was saddened by the betrayal but grateful to those aides who work... Read more »
City officials address concerns about LDS temple planned for Hartford, Conn.
The Hartford Courant reports that some residents of Farmington, Conn., had concerns about the new LDS temple under construction increasing the city's traffic, but city officials say traffic will... Read more »
New Harmony: Learning from the spirit of Lorenzo Snow
For Memorial Day this year, I gave a young friend a cook's tour of the Brigham City cemetery. I think young people need to get close and personal with a graveyard. It sobers them up a little. Read more »
Family at first sight: Girl with Down syndrome has instant bond in adoptive Utah home
The 4-year-old only had a first name — Kareen. Read more »
Vai's View: A return to church, a baptism and a wedding: How we answer each other's prayers
Two weeks ago, about 50 guests stood on the beach in Avalon, N.J., to witness Bryan Rowley and Temecia Stone get married. Read more »
Vatican in chaos after butler arrested for leaks
The Vatican's inquisition into the source of leaked documents has yielded its first target with the arrest of the pope's butler, but the investigation is continuing into a scandal that has... Read more »
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