by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Nov 28, 2012 | Mormons
In 2012, the Mormons (a nickname sometimes used to describe members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) launched a Christmas initiative. This initiative is intended to remind Christians that Christmas is more than presents and parties, but is actually...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Nov 21, 2012 | Frequently Asked Questions
The Journal of Discourses is often quoted by non-Mormons as proof of Mormon doctrine. In actuality, however, it is an unofficial source and cannot be taken as doctrine. Much of what is included is speculative—the opinions of Brigham Young, rather than actual canonized...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Nov 13, 2012 | Frequently Asked Questions
When Mitt Romney was not chosen to be the president of the United States, many reporters began wondering if he would now be offered the job of President of the Mormons in order to capitalize on his fame. Those who understand how Mormon leadership works realized that...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Nov 5, 2012 | Emergency Preparedness
Deseret News, a newspaper owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, whose members are often nicknamed Mormons, reports that Mormons in the eastern United States were prepared for Hurricane Sandy. They made preparations, but preparation is a part of the...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Nov 5, 2012 | Emergency Preparedness
The Saturday before Hurricane Sandy struck, I braved the grocery store. I didn’t need storm supplies, but I only have the car once a week and I needed to do my regular shopping. Although I’d expected it to be somewhat busy, even early in the morning, I was surprised...
