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MTC overflows with LDS missionaries, moves devotionals to Marriott Center
No marathon was scheduled for that day, but on June 11 the march of thousands of missionaries from the Provo Missionary Training Center to the Marriott Center resembled a race. The trek to another location for the usual Tuesday night devotional is seen as a symbol of the increased numbers of missionaries following the age change announcement in the October 2012 general conference.
Romney’s run evokes pride, fear in Mormons
Tourists stroll among the faithful, their conversations competing with the birds and fountains. Old couples walk hand in hand amid a steady stream of brides and grooms emerging from the massive granite temple.Temple Square, the world headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, emanates harmony. But fresh anxieties pulse just below the surface.
Why President Monson and Mormon apostles are now on Facebook, Google+
It's official. The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are now on Facebook and Google+. There are a variety of reasons the church created the pages. Jared Covington, senior adviser over social media for the church said, "Ultimately we wanted to provide people a safe and official way to follow the ministry of the Brethren on popular social media platforms."
Mormon, castaway Dawn Meehan reflects on 'Survivor: Caramoan'
Utahn Dawn Meehan said she accomplished what she set out to do on the 26th season of “Survivor: Caramoan — Fans vs. Favorites.” “From Day 1, it was to go to the end with (John) Cochran and win $1.1 million,” and we did that, Meehan said in an interview with the Deseret News after Sunday's finale and reunion show.
Mormon Senator Harry Reid to Retire
Senator Harry Reid, the tough tactician who has led Senate Democrats since 2005, will not seek re-election next year, bringing an end to a three-decade congressional career that culminated with his push of President Obama’s ambitious agenda against fierce Republican resistance.
Two Mormon apostles to represent LDS Church at presidential inaugural
When Barack Obama takes the oath of the office of the president of the United States for his second term on Jan. 21, two members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be there to observe the event as the church’s official representatives. LDS spokesman Scott Trotter said Wednesday afternoon “the First Presidency has asked Elder L. Tom Perry and Elder Quentin L. Cook to represent the Church at the Presidential Inauguration and accompanying events.”
LDS New Zealand basketball team captain sits out Sunday championship game
The absence of Bay Hawks captain Paora Winitana looms as a potentially decisive factor heading into the final four of the NBL in Wellington this weekend. Winitana will suit up on Saturday night for the Hawks' semifinal clash with the Wellington Saints but, should his side advance, the former Tall Black will be unable to take the court for Sunday's final.
From the Church
LDS Churches in Philippines Open Doors to Evacuees
Based on latest reports gathered by the Emergency Monitoring Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Philippines Area, a total of 3,970 individuals and close to 600 families from different parts of the Visayas and Eastern Mindanao have taken shelter at Church meetinghouses.
Latter-day Saint Life
Why I was Wrong to Blame My Wife for Our Messy House
I was building shelves in my garage when a neighbor girl, one of my 4-year-old daughter’s friends, approached me and said, “I just saw in your house. It’s pretty dirty. Norah’s mommy needs to clean more.”
Supreme Court Issues Stay in Utah Gay Marriage Recognition Case
SALT LAKE CITY — The U.S. Supreme Court put recognition of same-sex marriages performed in Utah on hold until the outcome of the state's appeal of a lower court ruling.