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9 Easily Confused Latter-day Saint Terms and What They Actually Mean

Whether you’ve grown up as a member of the Church or were more recently introduced to it, there are plenty of words and phrases unique to Mormon culture that you hear used all the time. But have you ever heard or seen one of these used incorrectly? Add to our list in the comments below!

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8 Boy Scout Requirements That Also Count Toward Duty to God (+ How Both Programs Help Prepare for Priesthood Service)

By Phillip Price

For young men in the Church, there is a lot expected from them at a very early age. From priesthood responsibilities to merit badges, there are a lot of opportunities for them to learn and grow both physically and spiritually. But sometimes it can seem overwhelming—even for those helping them! To ease the burden, here are 8 requirements for Boy Scouts that also count for Duty to God.

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Two Fla. Mormon churches defaced

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office investigators on Friday arrested a 56-year-old Jacksonville man for criminal mischief after he reportedly spray-painted and left makeshift “shrines” at two Jacksonville Latter-day Saints churches.

Flake descendant ironically embodies LDS, pioneer history

When Brigham Young first entered the Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847, he did so in the back of a fine, white carriage donated to the Mormon pioneer leader by a faithful follower, James Madison Flake. Young was ill and couldn't drive the rig himself, so Green Flake drove the carriage and was among those who actually heard Young say, "This is the right place."

Mormon pro basketball player skips Sunday game, earns respect

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Defending the Faith: The gospel truly brings joyful news

One of the most memorable experiences of my mission in Switzerland came when the aunt of the Basel Ward mission leader died. Though not a member of the LDS Church, she had asked her nephew to speak at her funeral. A young returned missionary, he arranged for a quartet of elders to sing at the service, held in the cemetery chapel. I never served in Basel, but I was included in the quartet. That's why I was there.

Connecting Generations

Sometimes I daydream about having my own office. Right now, I use a hutch in the kitchen, which doesn’t allow enough square footage to personalize this space. When I have an empty nest, I can convert one of the kids’ rooms into my office.