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Palmyra, The Cradle of the Restoration

FUN FOR LESS - One of my favorite church historical sites is Palmyra, New York. As I’ve walked the streets and paths of this beautiful little town, I’m reminded of stories filled with joys and sorrows of those magnificent Mormons who contributed to her history. In 1915 Willard and Rebecca Bean were called by President George Albert Smith to a five year mission to establish a Mormon presence in a very prejudiced Palmyra. No Mormon had lived there for 85 years. That five year mission extended to twenty five years. Along with being an excellent scriptorian and gospel debator, Willard had been selected because he...

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Mitt Romney moves toward presidential run; Mormon faith still an issue?

Christian Post - Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney announced Monday that he is taking the first steps toward a presidential run by forming an exploratory committee. Romney announced the start of his exploratory committee with a YouTube video. He said his knowledge as a business leader is what America needs to fix high foreclosure and unemployment rates and the economic unrest. As the founder of a business, he said, “I learned how America competes with companies in other countries, why jobs leave and how jobs are created here at home.” He contends that President Obama and his administration lack this business sense and that...

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Washington: Indian Affairs official addresses LDS group

LDS Church News - Larry Echo Hawk, assistant secretary for Indian Affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior, encouraged LDS students in Washington D.C. to make a difference in the lives of others. Speaking at the Barlow Center on March 31, Brother Echo Hawk shared personal stories of his Pawnee Indian heritage and his experiences as a football player, attorney, law professor and public servant. Each has taught him the importance of hard work and giving back. "You have the ability to be an answer to prayer, an instrument in the hands of God," he said. "Become the hands of the Lord and find...

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RS/MP Lesson 32: Tithes and Offerings (Gospel Principles Manual)

Feast Upon the Word - D&C 119 In order to properly understand D&C 119, and the law of tithing more generally, I think it is important we understand its relation to the law of consecration. Since I don’t have a lot of time, I will rely heavily on Steven Harper’s essay “‘All Things Are the Lord’s': The Law of Consecration in the Doctrine and Covenants”. Upon reading verses 1-5 of D&C 119, I have many questions, so I’ll focus on that. First of all, consider verses 1-2: ...

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What work can a stay-at-home mom do?

Mormon Mommy Blogs - When I was in college I studied the sciences. I wanted to be a doctor, but I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom too. I was conflicted about career and staying home to be a full-time mom. "Follow the Prophet" back then (1978) meant stay at home, "no success can compensate for failure in the home," rang through my head. I wanted to make the right choices. I had a bachelors degree in biochemistry and I was in grad school at USC, at the medical campus in the worst part of LA--right by LA County Hospital. I was studying pharmacology and...

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Dean Hughes' top 10 sites to see in Nauvoo

Deseret News - Many tourists only schedule a day or two for their visit to Nauvoo. During that time they hope to see all the sites in Historic Nauvoo and still find time for the Nauvoo Temple and the Carthage Jail. My suggestion would be to stay four or five days — or longer — and drink in the peace and beauty of the place. Take time to enjoy all the “must-see” attractions, but also check out some places on my list of sites that most people miss. Montrose, Iowa Directly across the Mississippi River from Nauvoo is the little town of Montrose. At...

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Mormon daddy blogs

Deseret News - Heard of the Mormon Mommy Blog phenomenon? Well I’m here to tell you about the next big blogging push: the Mormon Daddy Blogs! I was so excited to bookmark the new aggregator MormonDaddyBlogs.com, which is dedicated to pulling together the best posts from fathers who, as Dennis A., the founder of MormonDaddyBlogs.com, explains “weren’t necessarily blogging about theology (not that there’s anything wrong with that – it’s just that there are already plenty of those out there) or politics (ditto), but instead were just blogging about our imperfect efforts to keep food on the table while keeping our faith and keeping...

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Mormon Channel Website Redesigned

LDS Media Talk - The website for the Mormon Channel has just been redesigned, with quick links to radio programming, videos, and other features. The Mormon Channel (MormonChannel.org) is the official media channel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It provides access to media through mobile devices, Internet, and radio. ...

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BYU students win animation student Emmys

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Recipes from the Roof

Temple Square Hospitality - This year marks 100 years since the Hotel Utah was built in Salt Lake City. Though the beloved hotel ceased operations in 1987 and was transformed to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building, the dining facilities, of which the Roof is most famous, remain in full swing, serving delicious selections to thousands of people each year. Here are some of the Roof’s most delicious recipes, from the cookbook Recipes from the Roof . Photo from Recipes for the Roof. Pineapple-Glazed Pork Ribs 4 servings • 2 pounds baby back ribs • 2 tablespoons sesame oil • ¼ cup Chinese five-spice powder •...