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Mormons, African Americans face substantial prejudice, poll finds

Substantial prejudice still exists for both Mormons and African Americans, despite shifting views on both groups since Barack Obama and Mitt Romney first ran for president four years ago. Sizable pockets of voters say they would be uncomfortable with a close family member marrying someone who is black or Mormon, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll, with Mormons facing slightly more distrust from people outside their community.

American Fork LDS stake donates supplies to Zimbabwe village

From American Fork to Zimbabwe sounds like an advertisement for something that covers the entire alphabet. In reality, it's a humanitarian service project. Members of the American Fork Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been sorting, packing and preparing items to ship to individuals at the other end of the alphabet in Africa. There was a sign in front of the stake building, "Zimbabwe donations," directing those who were bringing items to the back of the building. That was where the doors were open, but much of the building was full of clothing, school kits, newborn kits, puppets, school bags, toys, hygiene kits and more.

Latter-day Saint Life

New Poll Reveals Where Americans Stand on Religious Liberty & LGBT Rights

MR says: An interesting finding. What would your answer have been?

CNN Poll: Mormon candidate not a problem for most Americans

Americans overwhelmingly say a presidential candidate being Mormon wouldn't affect their vote, according to a CNN/ORC International poll released Wednesday. The survey, which was taken after a controversial pastor said Mormonism was a "cult" and that GOP voters should support a "competent Christian," also shows a majority of Americans believe Mormons are Christians.

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Watch: Church Shares Incredible Message for Native American Brothers and Sisters

By LDS Living

In a recent Church video, "Children of Promise," the Church shared an incredible message for Native American brothers and sisters. "Find out who you are, that you are truly a son or daughter of our Heavenly Father. And particularly to the Native American youth, find out the great promises there are for you in the Book of Mormon," Elder Larry J. Echo Hawk shares.

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6 LDS Siblings Make History Competing on "American Ninja Warrior"

What an unusual and exciting family outing! I bet you never thought of American Ninja Warrior for your next family reunion.

KaRyn Lay

This is the Gospel Podcast Host

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Returned Missionary and "Nerdy Ninja" to Compete on "American Ninja Warrior"

What an inspiring story. Be sure to watch for Taylor Bouton on American Ninja Warrior.

Michalyn Steele: "I Know that He Loveth His Children”

Michalyn Steele has devoted her life to civil rights work. On today’s episode, Michalyn shares her thoughts on how we can better “mourn with those that mourn” amidst current discussions surrounding racism. She resonates with a well-known scripture in 1 Nephi 11:17, stating that while she does not understand the meaning of all things, she knows God loves His children.

Video: LDS Native American Photographer Will Help You See God's Creations Differently

Growing up as an American Indian (Navajo) , Mylo respects nature. Now, as a landscape photographer, that respect helps him capture the beauty of the Great Creator's handiwork.