I was writing back today to an e-mail I received from someone who has been a member of the church their entire lives.  In some ways I envy him.  He received a foundation that can be built on from his parents.  He received access to the teachings of the Prophets from the time he was born and he had access to so many peoples testimony.

People who grow up in the church seem to have those family ties that stretch through the entire ward or across multiple wards.  When t... Read More

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I'm reading this great little book by one of my favorite authors, Elder Neal A. Maxwell, "Moving in His Majestry and Power". It was written in 2004, the manuscript finished just 10 days before his death. There are ten chapters of deep reflection on various subjects. I just finished the chapter entitled, "Conversion" and it has many wonderful insights.

I recall a Church leader, maybe President Hinckley, saying a big concern of the Church should be "retention, retention, retention". In o... Read More

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Are Mormons Christian?

It boggles our minds that the question is raised, but then that's just because the misconceptions ran away with the moon.

Part of the misconception stems from the fact that many casually know us by a nickname, "Mormons." We're actually members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We adore the Lord, celebrate His birth, announce his atonement and resurrection. We sing of Him, as "Lord of Lord and King of Kings." It's true that our lyrics a... Read More

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