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Mormon Times: William Monahan Cites 10 Excuses Holding LDS People Back From Member Missionary Work

Jack Mormon — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:36:00 +0000

In order to amplify the ability of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to deliver the message of the restored Gospel worldwide, the Church decided to augment the efforts of the full-time missionary force by getting individual members more i...

On whether all roads lead to Rome

Paul — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:29:00 +0000

While I was on my mission (back when we rode dinosaurs to appointments), my last companion somehow got invited to present a paper at a local university in Saarbrücken during a symposium on religion. There were other papers to be presented on a variety...

Sandinistas

Tim Malone — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:44:09 +0000

“Everyone get down.” A rock crashed through the front window of the bus. We didn’t have to be told twice. Some passengers ducked in their seats. We got on the floor. My heart raced. The bus sped up. I looked at my companion. It was hard to see him in the dark. He seemed terrified. [...]

Family Foreordination

David B. Goates — Sun, 01 May 2011 17:57:00 +0000

Yesterday we had the blessing of witnessing the baptism of yet another grandchild. Recently, it was Molly and Spencer. These choice young spirits who have been sent to our family in the third generation continue to amaze and humble me. Present by invit...

Motivation for the Temple

Shawnie — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:57:00 +0000

LDS Temple in Medford, ORMy husband and I go through cycles when it comes to LDS Temple attendance. We'll faithfully go every month and then something happens and we fall off the cart. This time it is temple clothes that need replacement and repair. ...

Valuable Mormon Missionary Lessons

David B. Goates — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 23:04:00 +0000

One of our daughters who served a full-time mission several years ago was recently asked to put on a fireside for the youth in their stake about how to prepare to serve missions. It's good information to share with those who are preparing so they may u...

Connections and Reflections: From Mormon Missionary to Husband

David B. Goates — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 15:07:00 +0000

Missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints now dot the globe spreading the word of God everywhere. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) is one of the most active modern practitioners of miss...

Elder Holland on Concern for Japan; Updates on Missionaries, Aid Efforts

MormonWomen — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:02:21 +0000

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland held a press conference yesterday representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, communicating the deep concern for the people of Japan who have been affected by the terrible series of tragedies — earthquake, tsunami, nuclear radiation concerns. The Church has committed financial resources to help Japan and will continue [...]

The Bruce Summerhays Story

David B. Goates — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 19:17:00 +0000

When you love golf, missionary work and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as I do (and even if you don't), anyone can draw some inspiration from this clip: Free Counter

Mormon (Sister) Missionaries: Why do they serve missions?

MormonWomen — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 07:48:05 +0000

You have probably seen them — most common are the young men in dark suits and black nametags. Young women, older couples and some older single women also serve. Mormon missionaries voluntarily give 18-24 months of their lives to share more about our beliefs as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. [...]

Mission Bikes: What Type to Choose, Mountain or Urban?

jimmy@mormonmissionprep.com (Jimmy Smith) — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 23:29:42 +0000

Shaun Gogarty is one of the founders of Pedal With A Purpose, a site dedicated to providing Mormon missionaries with better bikes so they can focus on the real purpose of missionary work. Pedal With A Purpose does this through education on the Pedal With A Purpose Blog, and by outfitting missionaries with the right [...]

Mission Bikes: What Type to Choose, Mountain or Urban? is a post from: Mormon Mission Prep

Bike Tires and How to Fix Flat Tires This is the second of a series of posts about mission bikes by Shaun Gogarty,...

‘Tis the Season…

Francesca — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:51:00 +0000

Mesa Temple....for missionary work! There is no better time to share the gospel than during the Christmas season. People are more receptive because the Spirit is strong, everyone is kind and cheerful, and there is a lot of focus on Christ. Invite frien...