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Recently I wrote a post asking the question about what being a “Utah Mormon” means.  I was surprised by the amount of visitors and controversy it stirred up.  As stated in my purpose, it isn’t my intention to hurt anyone of any faith so in order to keep things light-hearted I thought I’d do something [...]

Moving on ← Previous revision Revision as of 14:56, 21 April 2008 Line 452: Line 452: That's come up before. Not the best source, even if it is published by the LDS church. It is partially relevant in that it does state the view that members are taught, but it's just not really Encyclopedic as a source. [[User:Greenw47|Greenw47]] ([[User talk:Greenw47|talk]]) 21:14, 14 April 2008 (UTC) That's come up before. Not the best source, even if it is published by the LDS church. It is partially relevant in that it does state the view that members are taught, but it's just not really Encyclopedic as a source. [[User:Greenw47|Greenw47]] ([[User talk:Greenw47|talk]]) 21:14, 14 April 2008 (UTC)   +   +

Today I was at a company and an African-american gentleman visited my table.  We talked politics and of course religion.  We talked about how regardless of religion how God loves us all the same.  We talked about the Spirit we’ve felt in various churches and other situations irregardless to church affiliation.  When he found out [...]

In the Bible, James talks about pure religion, which (summarized) is visiting the less fortunate and lifting them up.  This is the essence of humanitarian efforts throughout the world and according to James what religion should be all about. As a member, I give 10% of my income towards tithing and an additional 5-10% towards what we [...]

Source: Reuters After weeks of being bombarded with a couple of sound bites of Dr. Rev. Wright, we now see who are the people of the Church that really are not all that patriotic and are commiting... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

I posted this on my other blog on Tuesday and it has since been posted on Cartoon Brew by Jerry Beck. I thought that I'd post it here. Now there aren't many Mormons in Australia and I don't think I...

I wrote and answered this accusation, just because I had the time and haven't had any questions asked in the last couple days that I felt like making a post of. Enjoy...ACCUSATION:Joseph Smith made up the Book of Mormon, and the supposed Hebrew/Egyptian names and words therein. He just copied some names from the Bible and made up a couple words and called them Hebrew. -“Liahona”, for instance. Who’s to say that Joseph Smith didn’t just make that word up?RESPONSE:The story of the coming forth of the Book of Mormon is understandably difficult for many to accept or even consider. Many nay-sayers of the Church espouse many theories for it’s unexplainable appearance. One, is that Joseph Smith copied it from another manuscript and changed the names and some of the story. Another is tha

Accusation: Galatians 1:8 "if we, or even an angel from heaven, should preach unto you another gospel than which has already been preached to you, let them be accursed".Do any Mormons recognize this verse? Don't they find it interesting it was included in scripture hundreds of years before Joseph Smith claimed to have a "vision" given to him from an "angel from heaven"? Hello?Response: Hello.Gal. 1:8. Yes, anti books do use that one a lot.Are you concerned about the angel Moroni declaring the gospel? Or are you concerned about "another gospel?"If it is an angel in the latter days declaring the gospel...read Revelation 14:6-7"I saw another ANGEL, flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting GOSPEL to preach unto them that dwell on the earth...." -There's your angel preaching the

FOURMAMAS, UT . . . 12/09/07 4:37pm EST . . . On a mid-campaign holdover at his home, Presidential candidate Mitt Romney revealed that "The intolerant nation of Vatican City has denied my brother . . . err, son, his sacred and honored opportunity to evangelize the New World gospel of our faith" Romney further stated, "For several generations now we've sent missionaries to nations the world over,

The above video, although banned by the Mormon church, apparently teaches the origins of mankind as taught by the Book of Mormon.It starts out echoing the origins of Superman, throws in some racial hating, and adds significant science fiction and a flat out bizarre interpretation of history. And, oh yeah, it eventually attempts to sort out the whole bigamy issue.Since I knew little about Mormons, I can now safely they believe in the same crazy shit as all other religions do. By the way, the more I learn about religions, the less I will sleep at night. It looks like I'll have to order some more Valerian Root.

The Question Is:Will The Electorate Believe Mitt Romney?Former Bay State Gov. Mitt Romney’s decision to give a long-awaited speech on Mormonism is a desperate attempt to regain his foothold in Iowa just as GOP rival and Baptist minister Mike Huckabee moves ahead, some political watchers say.Romney’s decision to speak on Thursday about his faith comes after months of internal debate within his campaign over the wisdom of talking about the issue and just days after Huckabee jumped ahead in the Iowa polls for the first time. Some political scientists believe the speech will be a make-or-break moment for Romney’s campaign.Read Article... Published Elsewhere On The MatterInfluential in Iowa's caucuses, many Christian evangelicals view Romney's Mormon faith — and rightward shifts on issues they care about — skeptically.Read Article...***Mainstream Iowan Notes: Many Iowa voters have serious concerns about Mitt Romney, his flip flops on social issues and his Mormon religion's his

Republicans Are Voting For A BishopOne voter at the house party addressed Romney as "bishop.""Governor Romney is a bishop and former stake president," said Miriam Case, a voter from Campton, N.H. "He is a man of integrity."Romney interrupted: "You must be a Mormon. She's got the Mormon lingo here." A stake is a collection of Mormon congregations.Read Article...***Romney Wants To Address Mormon IssueAdvisors Say No...."I'm happy to answer any questions people have about my faith and do so pretty regularly," the former Massachusetts governor said. "Is there going to be a special speech? Perhaps, at some point. I sort of like the idea myself. The political advisers tell me no, no, no - it's not a good idea. It draws too much attention to that issue alone."Romney's Mormon faith has been an issue in his presidential bid, especially with the conservative evangelicals who are central to his strategy to position himself as the candidate of the GOP's family values voters.In a Pew Research

Just recently came across an article here that interviewed M. Russell Ballard. He's an elder on the Council of Twelve Apostles in the Mormon church. He was interviewed concerning the "rift" between Christianity and Mormonism. This has all come to light because of Mitt Romney's faith.Most Christians understand that Mormonism is a cult. Mormons, however, beg to differ.I read through the article and laughed. Though I don't have the time to sit here and go through all of the article and refute the guys claims with Biblical references... I am going to add my 2 cents in a comical fashion...Q - stands for the question asked by USNews.comA - stands for the answer given by M. Russell BallardR - stands for my response to Ballard's answerQ: "What is the biggest misconception that people have about your church?"A: "One is that some people say we Mormons are not Christians. We can't comprehend that..."R: Mormons do not believe that Jesus Himself is God. So guys, you're not Christians.Q: "And

For those who read the sad news in an earlier blog, Skinheads Assault Mormon Missionaries, about my nephew and his companion who are serving as missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, there’s this article from Bolton News that might interest you. Both of the young Elders impress me. To be a part of such a beating, and then to unconditionally forgive your offenders, I think that exemplifies charity, the true love of Christ. From what I understand Elder’s Herrey and Woolsey are feeling better and are happy in continuing their work, teaching the gospel of Christ - the gospel of peace. Of course, happenings such as this leave a mark on the soul, so it’s just my wish that we keep praying for them, that the Lord’s strength will keep them and guide them always. Brother Louis

Oct. 21 (Bloomberg) — Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney said Mormon church leaders would have no influence on government policy if he were elected president. “No president could possibly take orders or even input from religious leaders telling him what to do,” Romney, a Mormon, said today on CBS’s “Face the Nation” program. “My church [...]

I was reached by chocking news today. My nephew, who is serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, was together with his companion assaulted cruelly by a band of ten skinheads in Bolton, England last night. While the two missionaries were severely battered a vehicle passed by with flashing light, scaring off the offenders. “Without the arrival of the car we probably wouldn’t have survived,” my nephew told his father, seemingly aware of the gang’s fatal intention. Currently he and his companion are in the hospital being treated for multiple injuries. Naturally, my brother and his family are in a state of emotional turmoil right now. And although not parents of the victims, me and my wife’s hearts are turned to Sebastian, whom we love so dearly, and to his companion. We honor them for their bravery and pray for their fast recovery. Sadly, persecution has always been geared toward our Church. From the very beginning, verbal and

A sexual abuse lawsuit against the Mormon Church and Boy Scouts of America is picking up steam as more men have come forward with similar allegations. Four more men have joined the previous two “Jack Does” in claiming abuse suffered at the hands of the same church and scout leader. Timur Dykes, a former Mormon spiritual leader and scout leader and previously convicted sex offender is at the heart of this case as the one accused of sexual assault. Dykes has not been named as part of the lawsuit, however. The lawsuit is seeking $25 million in damages from the two organizations. A spokesman for the Boy Scouts of America defended the organization saying that they work hard to protect the boy scouts from predators. Two years ago, an official with the Boy Scouts who headed up a national task force to protect children from sexual abuse was himself convicted of possessing and distributing child pornography.

A sexual abuse lawsuit against the Mormon Church and Boy Scouts of America is picking up steam as more men have come forward with similar allegations. Four more men have joined the previous two “Jack Does” in claiming abuse suffered at the hands of the same church and scout leader. Timur Dykes, a former Mormon spiritual leader and scout leader and previously convicted sex offender is at the heart of this case as the one accused of sexual assault. Dykes has not been named as part of the lawsuit, however. The lawsuit is seeking $25 million in damages from the two organizations. A spokesman for the Boy Scouts of America defended the organization saying that they work hard to protect the boy scouts from predators. Two years ago, an official with the Boy Scouts who headed up a national task force to protect children from sexual abuse was himself convicted of possessing and distributing child pornography.

Todd Herzog, Survivor: China’s openly gay Mormon has been drawing himself some headlines questioning his gayness, his Mormonness… pretty much everything. Check out this from the SLTrib: The 22-year-old former UVSC student also lists “drinking coffee” as a hobby, which, along with the “openly gay” thing, makes me wonder how Mormon he really is. Can Mormonism be a pose or a gimmick, tried on like a costume to titillate TV casting directors? Oooh, you’re gay AND Mormon? How deliciously conflicted! You’re hired! And is “gay Mormon” becoming a Hollywood cliché? Herzog isn’t the first openly gay LDS castaway on “Survivor.” In 2005, Salt Lake City-born Rafe Judkins made it to the final three of that season’s “Survivor: Guatemala.” Judkins approached the show with sincerity and a positive attitude, traits he attributed in part to his Mormon faith. Herzog claims to have a similarly enthusiastic o

A gay mormon who loves coffee, how wacky! The cast of the new “Survivor: China” includes Todd Herzog, a self-described openly gay Mormon from Pleasant Grove who, according to his profile on CBS’s Web site, believes he will succeed on the show because “he’s willing to gather wood and sh-t.” The 22-year-old former UVSC student also lists “drinking coffee” as a hobby, which, along with the “openly gay” thing, makes me wonder how Mormon he really is. … Herzog isn’t the first openly gay LDS castaway on “Survivor.” In 2005, Salt Lake City-born Rafe Judkins made it to the final three of that season’s “Survivor: Guatemala.” Judkins approached the show with sincerity and a positive attitude, traits he attributed in part to his Mormon faith. Herzog claims to have a similarly enthusiastic outlook, although it’s not clear whether that stems from his religion or his excitement over the upc

What do you make of Mitt Romney's recent statement during an interview on conservative radio that he is "not running as a Mormon?" Unless I'm missing something fairly obvious here, Romney is running as a Mormon. He has chosen this faith freely and could reject it for a reality-based belief system if he wanted to do so. It seems absurd that he would not realize that his religion, which many Americans associate with polygamy, would not be a topic of interest.I noted how Romney said he was proud of his faith one minute and then indicated he did not want to talk about it the next. As Pam at Pam's House Blend explained, "Mitt's trying to navigate attracting the bible beaters by citing his faith without drawing too much attention to Mormonism specifically..." It does appear that he's trying to have it both ways, and it is hard to imagine that this will prove successful.It seems to me that when a candidate uses his or her religious beliefs to claim morality, as a rationale for opposing r

If there’s one thing I can never be accused of, it’s being politically correct. Sure, if I was to go back and rethink some of the things I’ve said I would probably prefer that I hadn’t said them, but I’ve always been a blurt it out now, worry about it later kinda...

  Below is a video filmed from the studio camera at a radio station Mitt was being interviewed on. It starts off friendly enough, but begins to become a little heated just before the commercial break when the host starts to question his Mormon beliefs and abortion. The camera continues to roll during the break, seemingly without Mitt’s knowledge as the confrontation becomes even more heated.   The best part of the video is how they quickly come back on the air for a thirty second spot to say goodbye as if nothing happened, only to return to the argument as soon as they are off the air.   I say good for Mitt, stand up for yourself.   This video is pretty long at around twenty minutes, but it is riviting.

This despicable Republican — Mitt Romney, will do anything to become President of The United States. Taking a cue from Drug Addict Talk-Show Host - Rush Limbaugh, Mitt Romney took his message to RACIST REPUBLICAN white America. The pictures below tell it all. Attack on Obama A townhall participant questioned him about the signs in the following video: | [...]

So here I was… reading article after article after article on how to apply this new found knowledge from ‘the secret’ into my own life, and then I found some articles on the opposing view, which there’s opposition in everything, and I got to thinking how a little skepticism can be healthy - again only a little, a lot would be overdosing on that as well. There’s a saying in my church - Moderation in All Things. Now I don’t discount the power of ‘the secret’ or the ‘law of attraction’, but I started thinking maybe I was being a little foolish going full headed into this, when I don’t really know what it all entails. So I took some time to meditate and ponder over ‘The Secret’ and the ‘Law of Attraction’ after some thought I believe it can be altered a little better to fit into my own belief pattern. I’m an avid believer in my church, I’m LDS/ aka Mormon - and I know I might be consid

So here I was… reading article after article after article on how to apply this new found knowledge from ‘the secret’ into my own life, and then I found some articles on the opposing view, which there’s opposition in everything, and I got to thinking how a little skepticism can be healthy - again only a little, a lot would be overdosing on that as well. There’s a saying in my church - Moderation in All Things. Now I don’t discount the power of ‘the secret’ or the ‘law of attraction’, but I started thinking maybe I was being a little foolish going full headed into this, when I don’t really know what it all entails. So I took some time to meditate and ponder over ‘The Secret’ and the ‘Law of Attraction’ after some thought I believe it can be altered a little better to fit into my own belief pattern. I’m an avid believer in my church, I’m LDS/ aka Mormon - and I know I might be consid

I've been getting a MSN poll emailed to me lately from friends asking whether or not I would vote for a Mormon presidential candidate. As you can see from the poll results, this link seems to be a favorite goodie floating around the Mormon email circuit and it looks like all 11 million of us have chimed in with our resounding "yes." But do we really know what we're asking for? I think not. Lets look at some of the potential fallout of actually electing Mitt Romney, a Mormon man, as the President of the United States: First and foremost, he would immediately delegate all the major responsibility to his wife, Ann. It's not that she wouldn't be totally competent to do the job, but she's not asking for this. Besides, she's already swamped making hygiene kits for every citizen in Darfur. Secondly, this country simply cannot run on "Mormon Standard Time.""Mr. President, the Secretary of Defense has been in your office for 3 hours waiting for orders...""Shoot! Tell him I'll be

As popular as Mitt Romney may be in Utah, in the nation as a whole, he appears to be facing an uphill climb in terms of acceptance of his Mormon faith. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that a Rasmussen poll shows 43% of Americans claiming they would not even consider voting for a Mormon as President - that's a higher figure than previous polls asking the same question. The figure rises to 53% of evangelicals. "I think that any time you have a number as high as 43% saying they won't vote for somebody it's a surprise," Scott Rasmussen said. At least Romney is not Keith Ellison. 61% say they would never vote for a Muslim for President. Salt Lake Tribune - Many voters say they would never vote for Mormon president

MORMONS IN KLINE, COLORADO href="http www.wadhome.org/lee/chapter_02.html: born 18Aug 1910 in Kline, La Plata, Colorado. He married (1) Clarris SIMPSON 16Jun 1934. Curtis married (2) Fannie RICH. Curtis died 23Jul 1952 in Phoenix, Maricopa, Arizona.lee_group.htmlEvelyn, Jack, & Snick LeeEvelyn, Jack, & Snick Lee: Jack Lee was born in Breen, Colorado, in 1917. Evelyn Lee was born in Princeton, Arkansas, in 1918. Their son, Snick, was born in Ganado in 1947. The Lees met in Hawaii when both were in the service during World War II. They moved to L & A Trading Post at Keams Canyon, which they operated for 30 years. Jack's great-grandfather was John D. Lee, a Mormon pioneer who established Lee's Ferry and several trading posts in the 1800s.Clarence Wheeler was born in Red Mesa, Colorado, in