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Elder Russell M. Nelson speaks at funeral for missionary killed in Texas
Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints told some 600 mourners gathered at the Kearns Utah Stake Center Monday that Elder Trevor R. Strong "has been transferred — he is still a missionary." Elder Strong was killed in a traffic accident last Tuesday in Donna, Texas.
Mormon websites sweeping the world
If you live in Mexico, you most likely know about it. If you live in Russia, Austria, Italy, Spain or New Zealand, the possibility is great you know about it too. But if you live in the United States, you probably have no idea it exists. What is it? Individualized lds.org websites called "country sites" based on the native language of a specific country.Matt Robinson, product manager for the country websites said, "The primary purpose of the country websites is to provide an online (Internet and mobile) means to extend the reach of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles around the world.
Mormons in Switzerland: Blending into the scenery
In a country that has banned the building of Muslim minarets, Mormons have set up a new community center with its own, unmarked tower. The locals don’t seem to mind.
From the Church
Book of Mormon translation: Pacific Islands
Editor's note: This is one in a series on the Book of Mormon translations and translators. The Pacific Islands span multiple languages and a variety of translation stories. From Tongan to Maori, from as early as the 1840s through today, translating the Book of Mormon for faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on these hundreds of islands has been a constant work in progress.
Take high road with 'Book of Mormon' musical
A couple of years ago I wrote a column about Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the "South Park" guys, and their proposed Broadway-bound "Mormon Musical." After detailing how they have lampooned all things LDS since their earliest collaborations around 1993, I suggested it was time for the duo to find a new target.
Tim Tebow, Mormons living the abstinent lifestyle in New York
Trinity Laurel moved to Manhattan at 21 to pursue a modeling career. Raised in a Christian home, Laurel was a virgin when she reached the city, and says she has “remained pure” while living here since. Not all of her friends can relate. “They’re like, ‘How do you do that?’ ” Laurel, now 28, said. “People are almost fascinated.”
Latter-day Saint Life
What Happened to Joseph Smith's Brothers?
There were six Smith sons who lived to adulthood, with Joseph Smith Jr., who was named for his father, born in the middle.
Boy used Scouting skills to save brother's life
Grant Grier, age 12, of the Wilmington 1st Ward, Wilmington Delaware Stake, recently received the Boy Scouts of America Heroism Award. The award is presented to youth who have demonstrated heroism in saving a life. In June of 2010, Grant used several Heimlich thrusts on his 4-year old brother, Carson, to dislodge a small metal ball from his throat.
Latter-day Saint Life
Should I Serve Alcohol for My Non-LDS Relatives at My Wedding Reception?
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Aussie Mormon mother gets ahead on her motor bike
Most picture Mormon missionaries in suits, spurning tea and coffee. But as the ''stormin' Mormon'' Mitt Romney makes a bid for the White House, there is renewed interest in the faith, which has been linked with polygamy and proselytising. Darrylin Galanos defies stereotypes. She lives in Ivanhoe with her husband and three children, studies social work at Melbourne University, votes for the Greens, and rides a Triumph motorbike. And like thousands of Australians she is part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS).