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Weaving the tapestry of faith in the heartland

Oklahoma is called the Sooner State because settlers staked their claims in the Indian Territories a little "sooner" than was legal. Similarly, the Oklahoma statewide youth pageant and conference was a success before it officially started. LDS youth represent about one percent of students in Oklahoma's High Schools. That translates into kids in outlying areas that are the only members in their high schools. "Everyone knows I'm a member of the Church. They ask a lot of questions," Marisa Riddoch said. She's the only member in her high school of about 500 students. Three girls that have no LDS boys in their high school admitted that "It kinda stinks," but added, "It makes something like this really fun for us."

Mike Huckabee: Mitt Romney needs to address his Mormon faith

Newt Gingrich, the winner in the Palmetto State's GOP primary, may have benefited from South Carolinians' uneasiness with Mitt Romney's Mormon faith. Exit polls show that 43 percent of voters who said that the candidates' religious beliefs mattered "a great deal" went for Gingrich. Only 9 percent went for Romney -- a lower percentage than he netted overall, where he is running in second. In contrast, of voters who said the religious beliefs of candidates didn't matter to them at all, Romney won 42 percent.

Video: Mormon young man faces loss of three family members with faith

In a recent video filmed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 19-year-old Caleb Ceran shares his testimony of the 2013 youth theme, “Stand Ye in Holy Places.”

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Hollywood Actress Mayim Bialik Talks the Importance of Modesty & Faith

Remember when Noelle Pikus-Pace stood for her standards at a photo shoot? Bialik commended her and even posted the story to her Facebook page. And just like many Mormons who live their values on and off the screen, Mayim Bialik is an example of standing for her belief in modesty--no matter what those around her think.

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Elder Renlund Shares the Next Ordinance You Need That "Is Key to Our Faith in Jesus Christ"

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The sacrament is a sacred ordinance and a vital part of our worship as Latter-day Saints. Because of this, it's important to realize its gravity and importance in our lives.

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4 Ways Mormons Get the Priesthood Wrong

When I was ordained an Elder I remember being taught this truth by Elder Bruce R. McConkie: “We are his agents; we represent him; we are expected to do and say what he would do and say if he personally were ministering among men at this time.” It struck me, I need to prepare and be worthy at any minute to act and stand in the place of the Savior.

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How My Testimony Helped Me Overcome Paralysis Twice

MR Says: What an inspiring example of relying on the Savior to overcome life's toughest trials.

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Kourtney Kardashian Shares Picture of LDS Temple, Mormons' Priceless Reactions

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Reality TV star, model, and socialite Kourtney Kardashian recently posted a Snapchat that's been capturing the attention of the LDS community: it was an image of the Los Angeles Mormon temple.

Skyping Missionaries for High Tech Tender Moments

In the run up to Mother's Day, I was a bit outspoken about taking care of our wives and mothers. It made for interesting conversation, and added pressure on me - because my EC reads my blog. (Which has helped fine-tune her eye-rolling and head shaking skills.) I think I did a decent enough job. You doubt? OK, I'll ask.

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7 Helpful Tips For Church Members Who Struggle to Be Happy

In a church that believes that the Lord asks that we give our all, it can be a struggle to be happy and to deal with what we perceive to be the pressure.