Pondering the most “unforgettable” talk from the Sept. 24 2011 General Relief Society Conference: A modern parable for all women centered on the tiny blue forget-me-not flower! (post includes a cute handout, and a video) Continue reading »
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Find Beauty In The Storm
Recently I achieved a small victory and made it out of bed and into the gym before 5:30 am. I avoided the crowded kickboxing class and chose an elliptical machine in a quiet corner. Browsing through the small TV screen in front of me, I attempted to find something that would help me ignore my protesting muscles as I pushed … Continue reading »
Truly Blessed and Duly Grateful
Sharing Ten Things I am grateful for, and a beautiful song for Thanksgiving. Continue reading »
And Now I See
As I endured another morning of snail-paced highway traffic during another typical frantic commute to the office, I happened to turn my head slightly to the left, and up – just in time to witness the exact moment the sun peeked over the top of the Rocky Mountains. It was a stunning sight, and suddenly, my very ordinary morning, with its very ordinary routine was transformed into something very extraordinary. Continue reading »
Make Heaven Shake
Conference Count-down Tip #5. Make Heaven Shake!
At the very first General Conference of The Church, an important commandment was issued with a powerful promise attached. This post examines that promise… Continue reading »
What Would Naaman Do?
Conference Countdown Tip #2: Remember Naaman
It is no small thing to have a prophet of God and apostles on the earth today! History has shown that there is safety, peace, prosperity, and happiness in following prophetic counsel. History has also shown that the instructions may be simple, but following isn’t always so easy….. Continue reading »
Prepare For A Miracle: Bronson’s Story
Conference Countdown Tip #1. Prepare For A Miracle.
In a world where a constant barrage of discouraging information and negative news surrounds us, it often seems impossible to find hope. How do we rise above it all? How can we find higher meaning? How do we have faith? . . .
Inside This Post: A Medical Miracle, A Journey of Faith, and an Inspiring Video! Continue reading »
Video: Haiti – USA Med Student Adopts Orphan
A touching story from Haiti of love, and tender mercies. Texas Medical Student Bill Betz and his wife Amy have been married for 5 years and unable to conceive a child. When Bill was asked by his professor to join a medical relief team to Haiti after Jan. 12th’s devestating earthquake, the couple felt an impression that a little girl was waiting for Bill to find, and adopt. What followed was a miraculous journey, and a daughter named Lauren Elizabeth. Video Report attached. The Full story can be read at DeseretNews.com Continue reading »
Video: Help Haiti – Do Good!
On January 22, 2010 The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued an official statement on Haiti, urging its members to Help. This video features the text of that statement, combined with images from Haiti, and set to the LDS Hymn “Have I Done Any Good?” Continue reading »
Haiti, Hold On A Little Longer
A message, a prayer and a song for those affected by Haiti’s earthquake. Continue reading »
Miracle Birth At The Tonga Temple
On Wednesday Jan 6, 2010 a baby boy was born in the LDS (Mormon) Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple. The circumstances surrounding this unusual occurance are nothing short of miraculous! Mormon Soprano has received permission from all parties involved to share the story with you, as told by Sister Frederika ten Hoopen (“Sister Teni”), a single LDS Senior missionary serving in the dual capacity of proselyting, and as mission nurse, in Tonga… Continue reading »
Welcome All Online Angels!
An open invitation to all angels online. Please come in! Rest your wings awhile…and, feel free to sing along. Continue reading »
Finding God on Facebook
A post on how I am discovering the Greater Good on the world’s most popular social networking website. Continue reading »
A 29 second Thanksgiving
The ever-clever and fun-loving creators of WordPress.com have come up with a creative way to commemorate the Thanksgiving holiday. All WP Bloggers have been invited to participate in a little Thanksgiving video contest. The challenge is to express our gratitude in 30 seconds or less. Whether I win a prize or not, my reward has already arrived; the blessing of counting my blessings! So, with no further ado, here is MoSop’s “creative video interpretation on the topic of [giving thanks]“…in 29 seconds! Continue reading »
Happy ThanksGiving!
Another wonderful video from Mormon Messages has arrived just in time for our annual Thanksgiving holiday. Enjoy watching, and then please share a quick comment about what YOU are thankful for today!
Sunshine In My Soul Today
Recently I have been taking nature walks during my lunch hour. Not only has this been refreshing to my mind and body, but also to my soul. I started carrying my camera with me on these afternoon adventures, and ended up with quite a collection of photos! Looking at them has filled me with gratitude for … Continue reading »
Don’t Forget To Pray
Prayer is one of the most fundamental aspects of my spirituality, and relationship with God. My parents taught me to pray before I could even speak the words…
This post includes a MUSIC VIDEO Continue reading »
FREEDOM
What freedoms are you grateful for today?
Don’t Turn Around
Recently my heart has become tender as I ponder the bitter-sweet truth of being a parent. Our babies grow up. On one hand, it is a thrill to see Baby reach milestones . We celebrate her very first step, the first word, the first loose tooth and the first day of school, among a long list … Continue reading »
Priesthood Power Explained
Learn more about the greatest blessing on earth, and how it can empower your life. Continue reading »
Facing Hard Times
This life is not always easy, nor was it meant to be. It is a time of testing and proving. When we are having a particularly hard time, and things seem unbearable, we can be assured that we are not alone. There is One who can bear our burdens, and hold us in His arms… Continue reading »
Bednar On Blessings of The Temple
During the April 2009 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, apostle Elder David A. Bednar gave a talk entiteld: “Honorably Hold a Name and Standing”… Continue reading »
In The Shadow Of The Temple
This post explains how our family is applying Elder Richard G. Scott’s 2009 Conference Talk to our lives. Continue reading »
