Tagged with "Death"
Missionary Killed in Sweden was Inspiration to Others
MR says: We're sure Elder Bailey is continuing his service on the other side of the veil. When Mason Lewis Bailey of Richfield heard in 2012 that the LDS Church would allow eligible young men to serve missions at age 18, he was elated. "I'm putting in. I'm going on my mission," he told family members....
Caring for Loved Ones in Their Final Hours
Caring for terminally ill loved ones is not easy. The service we render is personal and emotional, but caregivers can be blessed with peace as they turn to their source of healing and accept support from others. Find out what to expect and what you can do when your loved one is terminally ill.
Missionary from Utah Dies in Sweden
MR says: Our hearts and prayers go out to this family. An LDS missionary serving in Stockholm Sweden died after being hit by a vehicle, Sunday. Cody Craynor, spokesman for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, released the following statement Sunday...
LDS Week in Review: 5 Must-Read Stories (Feb. 22-28)
Mormon news was big this week--don't miss out on what actors Cary Elwes (Wesley in the Princess Bride) and Christopher Lloyd (Doc Brown in Back to the Future) are doing with BYUtv, the Mormon behind the new Star Trek movie, and lots more! Two LDS Missionaries Heading Home After Family Dies From...
LDS Woman Shares Trials, Testimony Through Viral Blog Post
MR says: We were inspired by Julie Toone's example of faith, hope, and love. Julie Toone, of Bluffdale, Utah, wrote a blog post on overcoming trials more than a year ago and recently posted it in a closed Facebook group for widows who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in...
Viral Letter from Deceased 12-year-old Inspires Trust in God
MR says: What a touching story of a faith from such a young girl and her family. The letter a 12-year-old girl intended only for herself gained national recognition when her parents found it in her belongings and shared its inspiring message online. Taylor Smith died in early January due to...
Susa Young Gates: Death and Loss in La’ie
MR says: Sobering look into the life of Susa Young Gates, who was a missionary wife in Hawaii and had to deal with the loss of two children while there. As the writer puts it, it makes this amazing woman more human. A few years ago at a meeting of the Mormon History Association, Lisa Tait suggested that I...
Cancer at Christmas: Philadelphia Paper Highlights LDS Woman's Reflections on Gratitude and Hope
MR says: Beautiful outlook from a woman who finds hope in life, even as she fights death. It’s a quiet day in the hospital. My footsteps echo down the cold, clean corridor. I pass the gift shop and notice red and green tinsel decorations signifying the season of celebration and light. As a chaplain, I...
BYU Student, New Father Succumbs to Sudden Illness Day After Son's Birth
MR says: This is tragic. An account has been set up to help his wife and new son; already it has raised $50,000. In this season of giving, a community has rallied around a Utah County woman who's dealing with immense loss. Her husband suddenly died Friday night, just one day after the birth of their first...
Newtown Woman Says 'Thank You' with Mormon Tabernacle Choir CD
MR says: Following the shooting, the ward where the Parkers lived received thousands of letters and items meant to show support from people around the world. Now one of the ward members wants to respond to some of those letters with a CD that brought her hope. In the days and weeks following the Sandy Hook...
First Presidency Expresses Condolences at Passing of Nelson Mandela
MR says: The Church released this statement last night. The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released the following statement today in regards to the passing of Nelson Mandela: With the rest of the world, we mourn the passing of revered statesman Nelson Mandela. His...
Remembering Sandy Hook 1 Year Later: 'Evil Did Not Win'
MR says: This moving video comes on the eve of the 1 year anniversary of the shooting at Sandy Hook elementary. See what good has come from that great tragedy in this touching video about the legacy LDS victim Emilie Parker left behind in the hearts of those who knew and loved her sweet, selfless spirit.
Angel Moroni Statue Sculptor Passes Away
MR says: Our condolences to the family. Read more about the angel Moroni statue here. Get more on the history of the statue, including Quilter's significant contributions, in our Nov/Dec 2013 issue.
Despite Tragic Death, LDS Mother of 9 Leaves a One-word Legacy: 'Overcome'
MR says: Inspiring story of perseverance in spite of seemingly insurmountable trials. On Nov. 2, Michelle Brooking Rees, 40, of Winchester, Va., unexpectedly took a quick step from this life to the next. She leaves behind a husband, nine children and a loving army of extended family and friends. More...
LDS Church Member Dies, 2 Missionaries Injured in Car Crash in Ukraine
MR says: Both missionaries are expected to make a full recovery from their injuries. Our prayers are with the individuals and families affected by the accident. A car accident Saturday in Ukraine killed a local LDS Church member and injured two sister missionaries. "Maria P. Ivashchenko died from injuries...
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