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Most see Romney’s bid as a blessing for Mormonism
Mormons across the nation held their missionary-minded breath when Mitt Romney became the Republican presidential nominee, unsure about whether all the accompanying media attention would be good or bad for their proselytizing church. Now, it seems, these anxious Latter-day Saints can exhale. Most people — particularly Utahns — believe that, on balance, Romney’s run for the highest office in the land has benefited the faith.
Salt Lake Valley: This is the place for two new Mormon missions
Many people outside of Utah presume that the Beehive State's entire population is Mormon, so why would there be a need for LDS missionaries? In fact, barely half of Salt Lake City's residents are members of the state's predominant church, and the Salt Lake Valley's LDS missions are reportedly among the most successful in the country. So much so that the Utab-based faith has just announced that it is creating two new missions in the valley — on the west side and in the central section.
OUT YONDER: Mormons settled Hill Country in Texas
With a Mormon running a strong race for our nation's highest office, more people are seeking information about the Mormon religion and its connections to Texas. Our state had Mormons among its early pioneer settlers and those folks helped make history, although they did not stay long.
Josh Weed: My story is not about change for gay Mormons
Circling the Wagons, a support group for gay Mormons and their families, opened the second day of its Utah conference with three speakers, a full slate of panels and group discussions, along with no small amount of controversy. More than 100 friends and allies of LGBT Mormons filled the pews of Wasatch Presbyterian Church on Saturday afternoon to hear intimate stories of personal struggle and religious faith. Arguably, though, it was Josh Weed, a soft-spoken marriage and family therapist from Seattle, who found himself an unintentional center of attention.
LDS Girl Now Leaving on Mission After Near-Death Experience
Kilee Krause continued her personal mission Wednesday for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Missionary Training Center.
Emotions run high as Atlanta Georgia Temple nears re-dedication
Excitement with a huge dose of gratitude ran high 28 years ago when the Atlanta Georgia Temple was dedicated. "We were expecting large crowds, and we got them, some 55,000 people," said Elder M. Keith Giddens, an Area Seventy and local coordinator of the temple's rededication committee.
Broadcasting to the world: Technology powers LDS Church connections
Long before the days of YouTube and broadband Internet, the LDS Church was sharing video content with followers around the world using technology it says is still essential to spreading a global message. The white satellite dishes tucked behind meetinghouses from Utah to Thailand help members stay connected with church leadership, attend training meetings and participate in firesides and the church’s biannual General Conference.
Rev. Ray Williams and delegation visit Mormon headquarters in Salt Lake City
Pastor Ray Williams of Morning Star Baptist Church in Oakland and his wife Janet were recent guests at the headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City. Also visiting were Pastor H. H. Lusk and his wife Bettye of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Seaside, California, and Associate Pastor Kenneth Murray and his wife Bridgette.
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Watch: Church Releases Animated Christmas Video About Samuel the Lamanite
By LDS Living
There's one story in the Book of Mormon that shows that Christ's birth was prophesied among the Nephites and Lamanites. One story that shows Christ's birth was recognized on both sides of the world—the story of Samuel the Lamanite.
Mormons uniquely ready to respond to disasters like Sandy
Mormons are among the many faith-based organizations who've pitched in to assist in the post-Sandy relief effort. More than 5,000 are expected to volunteer this weekend in areas affected by the storm. Members say the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saint's tradition of preparedness has helped mobilize both volunteers and supplies quickly. Elder Jeffrey Olson of New Jersey, is an organizer for Helping Hands, the church’s community service and relief program.