by Candace | Sep 5, 2017 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
We have a creed, or rather a statement of our beliefs called The Articles of Faith. In 1836, Joseph Smith was asked by a newspaper editor, John Wentworth, for information about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Joseph proceeded to write about the...
by Delisa Hargrove | Dec 26, 2016 | Delisa Hargrove: Applying Gospel Principles
The 46-foot statue of Mary on a 26-foot base atop Cerro San Cristóbal stands prominently visible from just about everywhere in Santiago. As I stood at the base of the beautiful, white statue, I wondered again about Mary’s life. Was her pregnancy difficult? Did she...
by Valerie Steimle | Apr 4, 2015 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
From the time of Christ’s resurrection, Christians from around the world have celebrated Easter day as a great blessing to all mankind. For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) it is not different. We are in awe of the sacrifice our...
by Candace | Jun 25, 2008 | Mormon Principles, Practices & Precepts
Will we live our lives according to the principles, practices and precepts of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Mormons don’t drink, smoke, do drugs or indulge in promiscuity. At least, Mormons who live their religion. But just what is that religion? Much conjecture,...
by kendalbhunter | Apr 16, 2008 | Discipleship: Follow the Savior
I am fascinated by Joseph Smith, the first prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known as the Mormons. Of course for me, he was the paramount spiritual leader, second only to Jesus Christ. And he accomplished much, all before forty years of age....