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...
A significant moment in the expansion of the LDS Church occurred Sunday when the first LDS stake in India was created.
What happens when some hungry kids chase mom through a "Hunger Games"-like setting?
Many black pastors remain opposed to performing same-sex marriage
As a group, the only thing they found conclusive was that the Bible — Old and New Testament — presents no consensus when it comes to homosexuality. Read more »
Wyo. tribes spar over proposal to kill eagles
The Northern Arapaho Tribe maintains neither the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service nor the Eastern Shoshone Tribe has the right to prevent its members from killing bald eagles for religious purposes... Read more »
National Honor Society student will receive credit for serving at her church
A 17-year old student from the Fairfax (Va.) County School District has had to fight to receive National Honor Society credit for her volunteer service work which was done at her church rather than a non-religious location. Read more »
Child Evangelism Fellowship celebrates 75 years of reaching out to kids
Child Evangelism Fellowship, an interdenominational organization that reaches out to kids around the world, is commemorating 75 years of creating and overseeing programs, producing literature and spreading the gospel to kids on every... Read more »
'Passion of the Christ' prequel to be headed up by Pastor Joel Osteen
Joel Osteen, author, speaker and pastor of Lakewood Church - one of the fastest growing churches in America - is planning to take on the role of executive producer for a prequel to "The Passion of... Read more »
"Globalization" causes missionaries, pastors to reevaluate their approach
Globalization" has made the world a much smaller place, but also a much busier one. Pastors and missionaries working around the world have had to adjust the way they reach an ethnic group because of aspects like changing family... Read more »
Using 'words and deeds' must be balanced when sharing faith with others
St. Francis of Assisi is popularly credited with saying, "Preach the gospel at all times. Use words if necessary" - and for people sharing a faith message, the idea is that sharing by showing is more profound than simply proclaiming... Read more »
Commentary: The power of 'no' in support of religious liberty
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 »
New president to lead Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Beginning Aug. 1, former choir member Ron Jarrett will replace Mac Christensen as president of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Read more »
Vai's View: Vai's View: Ross Farnsworth and the ripple effect of one good deed
Vai Sikahema's quest to find and thank the people in his life who assisted him in his youth now leads to Ross Farnsworth. Read more »
How parents can guide children's online activity
Julie Hiramine, author of "Guardians of Purity" points out that parents must education kids and themselves about how to use online technologies in a way that is respectful of parents' boundaries and honors God. Read more »
Food Storage Essentials: The food flavor and seeing the work of your own hands can make bottling very rewarding
Home bottling is time consuming and economical only using food from your own garden or from free food sources. Buying canned foods is easier, however, the great food flavor and seeing the work of... Read more »
Linda & Richard Eyre: The dilemma faced by Mormon singles
Our message to singles is always about concerning ourselves with what we can do and what we have control over rather than fretting about things that are less within our control or that we wish... Read more »
Today in the Bloggernacle: Missionary videos, a Bible video and a Hunger Games parody video
What happens when some hungry kids chase mom through a "Hunger Games"-like setting? Hilarity. Plus, a powerful new Bible video depicting Christ's declaration of being the Messiah. And two powerful... Read more »
Aramaic language spoken by Jesus may be revived
Christians living in several small villages have been working to revive the language by making a focused effort to teach it to the next generation. Read more »
NYC Sikh, Muslim transit workers can now wear turbans on the job
Sikh and Muslim transit workers in New York City are celebrating the settlement of a federal lawsuit that will allow them to wear turbans on the job. 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 »
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 »
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 »
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Vai's View: Vai's View: Ross Farnsworth and the ripple effect of one good deed
Vai Sikahema's quest to find and thank the people in his life who assisted him in his youth now leads to Ross Farnsworth. 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 »
LDS Church organizes first stake in India
A significant moment in the international expansion of the LDS Church occurred Sunday when Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles presided over the creation of the... Read more »
New president to lead Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Beginning Aug. 1, former choir member Ron Jarrett will replace Mac Christensen as president of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Today in the Bloggernacle: Missionary videos, a Bible video and a Hunger Games parody video
What happens when some hungry kids chase mom through a "Hunger Games"-like setting? Hilarity. Plus, a powerful new Bible video depicting Christ's declaration of being the Messiah. And two powerful... 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 »
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 »
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 »
Linda & Richard Eyre: The dilemma faced by Mormon singles
Our message to singles is always about concerning ourselves with what we can do and what we have control over rather than fretting about things that are less within our control or that we wish... 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Food Storage Essentials: The food flavor and seeing the work of your own hands can make bottling very rewarding
Home bottling is time consuming and economical only using food from your own garden or from free food sources. Buying canned foods is easier, however, the great food flavor and seeing the work of... Read more »
Commentary: The power of 'no' in support of religious liberty
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 »
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 »
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 »
Aramaic language spoken by Jesus may be revived
Christians living in several small villages have been working to revive the language by making a focused effort to teach it to the next generation. Read more »
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- LDS Church organizes first stake in India 18
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