by Katie P | Jan 29, 2008 | Mormons
When the statistical report is read during the upcoming general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as “the Mormon Church“) Church membership is growing steadily, both through convert baptisms and through the births of...
by kendalbhunter | Jan 29, 2008 | Frequently Asked Questions
After the death of Joseph Smith, the founding prophet of the Mormon Church, Brigham Young unloosed his feelings: “I feel as though I wanted the privilege to weep and mourn for thirty days at least, then rise up, shake myself, and tell the people what the Lord wants of...
by Laurie W | Jan 28, 2008 | Mormons
I’ve been thinking a lot about testimonies recently, and of the power in a few simple, honest, sincere words. For those who are unfamiliar with the word, it is described as a spiritual witness that has been given by the Holy Ghost, or Holy Spirit as others may...
by Terrie Lynn Bittner | Jan 28, 2008 | Becoming a New Member
I joined the church when Spencer W. Kimball was the prophet. He was the prophet for so long after I joined that when he died, it was hard to accept that anyone else could be the prophet. He was, to me, the “real” prophet and I struggled to accept the next prophet. In...
by Candace | Jan 28, 2008 | Mormons
My beloved prophet has died. Gordon Bittner Hinckley passed away tonight from age related causes at the age of 97. He was surrounded by his family and was anxious to be reunited with his sweet wife who had passed away four years ago. I heard one reporter say that...
