by Walter Penning | Jan 10, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
One of the premier privileges of living in the western United States is the opportunity to delight in the mountains and to take occasion to enjoy them from afar and up close. Every state I have lived in has unique and wonderful mountains that to me are incredible....
by Tudie Rose | Jan 9, 2018 | Tudie Rose: Strengthening Our Faith
As a senior citizen, I sometimes find myself asking the same question children ask on vacation, “Are we there yet?” I try very hard to be a good disciple of Christ, but am I really? I feel like I’m progressing, but taking baby steps. At this point in my life, I should...
by Delisa Hargrove | Jan 7, 2018 | Delisa Hargrove: Applying Gospel Principles
I shivered constantly as I huddled on the ground asking my handcart pioneers to help me survive until morning. The temperature dropped into the 30’s and I wore a T-shirt, shorts and a light jacket my cousin lent me. I’d never been so cold in my life....
by Emlee Taylor | Jan 6, 2018 | Emlee Taylor: Missionary Mom
Our beloved prophet, President Thomas S. Monson has passed away at the age of 90 years. My youngest daughter cried at the news of his passing. He was our prophet for almost 10 years, she does not remember any other prophet. Of course, she loved him! We all did!...
by Molly A. Kerr | Jan 5, 2018 | Molly A. Kerr: All the Pieces of Pi
I don’t read very often for pleasure, just not my thing. However, I have always been interested in Amelia Earhart. A few years ago, I read two biographies about Amelia, back-to-back. One appeared to be sponsored by her family, and the other by her husband or...
by Laurie W | Jan 4, 2018 | Discipleship: Follow the Savior
How we deal with other people has always been a big thing at my house. At least once or twice a day the kid’s will hear something to the effect of, “Be nice to each other” or “Treat each other with kindness.” If I could open up my kids’ heads and cross-stitch this...
by Walter Penning | Jan 3, 2018 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
All of the commandments are given to make blessings available to us. A grateful heart is the parent of all virtues. Now I grew up in the county, and I have four brothers, all of which showed interest in hunting and fishing. So I naturally engaged in the sport...
by Candace | Jan 2, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions
With the passing of our beloved Robert D Hales this past fall, a vacancy was created in the Quorum of Twelve Apostles. Latter-day Saints began their wild speculation as to who the new apostle would be . . . and it is a favorite pastime. Names are suggested at...
by Randall McNeely | Jan 1, 2018 | Randall McNeely: Pure Testimony
I love the Lord Jesus Christ and his glorious gospel. I have a personal testimony that He truly is our Savior, Lord, and Master. And I desire with all my heart to share that knowledge with the world. Hence the reason I am so excited to have the opportunity to write...
by Delisa Hargrove | Dec 31, 2017 | Delisa Hargrove: Applying Gospel Principles
I was called to serve in Nursery during a 6-week stint in that particular ward. Knowing my time was limited but that I need to feel useful, I said I’d be happy to serve wherever the need was greatest. Nursery’s need was very great. I served in the...
