The beloved hymn “God Be With You till we Meet Again” was penned in 1880 by Jeremiah E. Rankin, pastor of the First Congregational Church in Washington, D.C.. It was set to music in 1882 by composer William G. Tomer, pastor of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in Washington, DC.. Mr. Rankin explained; “Written…as a Christian good-bye, … Continue reading »
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What Matters Most
Only ONE final day before we get to enjoy another General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! This is it! A weekend of inspired messages by living prophets and apostles chosen by God to speak to the world, and music to uplift the soul. It is a weekend to focus on … Continue reading »
Thirteen Commandments from A Living Prophet
Have you ever wondered what kind of things a modern-day prophet would say to the world? Continue reading »
Easter: The Promise of Life
Imagine a life where every day is joyful. There are no worries, no stress, no illness, no pain, no sorrow. Instead, there is only joy, love and peace. The amazing grace and gift of Jesus Christ, is the promise of Life. And not just any kind of life, no! Happy Life. Joyful life. Glorious Life. Perfect … Continue reading »
Sister Missionaries: The New Mormon Moment
Brace yourselves, world! Mormonism is getting a stunning and irresistible new “face-lift”! There’s a whole new “Mormon Moment” sweeping the globe. Continue reading »
The Season of Service
Exactly one year ago today, a giant storm with hurricane force winds struck my home in Northern Utah. Continue reading »
Thankful Thoughts
It’s Thanksgiving Week in the United States! In the spirit of the season of gratitude, I’d like to share a few thankful thoughts. Continue reading »
Detail Delimmas and Minutiae Meltdowns
Do you ever feel bogged down with all the details of life? I do! Have you had any minutiae meltdowns lately? I feel your pain. Continue reading »
Conference Fist Pumps and Backflips!
Wow! I didn’t see that coming! Did you? Musings and Memes. Continue reading »
Conference Countdown Challenge 37/37
Join me by reading 37 messages in 37 days as preparation for October General Conference. (Free Study Guide Included) Continue reading »
Blair Buswell: Creating Life Out Of Clay
The prominent American artist Blair Buswell says that he has “always been fascinated with the human figure”. Through many years of practice and experience he has risen to great renown for his craft. . . Continue reading »
Getting To Know The First Presidency
In just 4 days The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold its 182nd Semi-Annual General Conference! (March 31-April1, 2012) Today we are going to get to know a little more about the leadership of the Church, focusing on the First Presidency. Continue reading »
We Listen To A Prophet’s Voice
In 11 days The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold it’s 182nd Semi-Annual General Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. . . This is my first in a series of posts to help us prepare for another marvelous General Conference. The feelings of love and joy for the blessing and opportunity we have to listen to a living prophet of God is captured well in the words of one of our hymns, “We Listen To A Prophet’s Voice”. Continue reading »
Conference Highlights – October 2011
It is impossible to give true justice to a General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with a mere summary. However, for the sake of my many readers who may not have had the opportunity to watch or hear the conference yet, or for those who would like my perspective – here are a … Continue reading »
Come, Listen To A Prophet!
Tomorrow the 181st Semiannual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will begin. The Conference will continue over the space of two days during five 2-hour sessions featuring spiritual messages presented in both word and song. At 10:00 am Mountain Time living prophets, apostles and other chosen servants of the Lord will step up to … Continue reading »
What Shall We Give?
Are you seeking the perfect present to give for Christmas? Try some gift-giving tips from President Thomas S. Monson, and enjoy an inspiring song. Continue reading »
President Monson’s Christmas Cane
The following story was told by President Thomas S. Monson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Continue reading »
The Lighthouse Of The Lord
In the final moments of last week’s LDS General Conference, President Thomas S. Monson, 16th President and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gave some profound instruction about a Lighthouse, and a prophetic blessing
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Easter: The Bread Of Life
Conference Countdown! – Remember The Reason For The Season. In this post, please enjoy a special Easter video entitled “The Bread of Life”, with President Thomas S. Monson. 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 »
A Love Story by Thomas S. Monson
Happy “Valentine’s Eve”! I would like to share the following story about love shared by President Thomas S. Monson,of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
“My father’s father came from Sweden, and his wife from England. They met…
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The Christmas Dentist
On The 23rd Day of counting down, we’ve reached the Eve of Christmas Eve…
…here is a story that warms the heart, and helps us to believe
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Finding The Christmas Spirit
“On the 10th Day Christmas, MoSop shares a story … for finding the Christmas Spirit’s glory” …
This post includes excerpts of a talk by Thomas S. Monson, and a musical selection for you to enjoy! Continue reading »
LDS Christmas Devotional 2009
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints holds a Christmas Devotional on the first Sunday of each December. The December 6, 2009 Christmas Devotional is now available … This post provides direct links to view. Enjoy! Continue reading »
First Annual MoSop Advent
Today is December 1st, and Christmas is definitely “in the air” in my neck of the woods! Hopefully, you are starting to feel the magic already as well… To help your days be merry and bright, here is my First Day of Christmas message a.k.a. the beginning of the 2009 “MoSop Advent”. Continue reading »
The Four T’s
Have you heard about the 6 B’s? Yep, B’s are a “popular letter” in Mormonism. But, what about the T’s? Find out!
PROPHECY: World Destruction, Change, Fear, and Hope
This video highlights prophetic words of modern Latter-day prophets and apostles spoken over the past 30 years, up to the present. Our world is undergoing rapid change, much of which is destructive, catastrophic and devastating. People everywhere are suffering pain, discouragement and fear. However, there is HOPE, even in these dark and troubled times. God … Continue reading »
Praying To Share The Joy
I received an invite on my Facebook this afternoon to join a “Global Prayer Rally Event” which a faithful Latter-day Saint has created. I think it is very admirable, and a great reminder for us all to follow the request of a prophet of God! Here is the description which accompanied the Global Event invitation: … Continue reading »