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The 5 virtues of prayer

The five virtues of prayer according to David O. McKay: Faith Reverence Sincerity Loyalty Humility Continue reading The 5 virtues of prayer

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Causing his people Should assemble

During scripture study last night, I came across the following verse in Alma 21: But he caused that there should … Continue reading Causing his people Should assemble

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Immodest clothing

On the Church’s website for For the Strength of Youth, we find the following: Immodest clothing is any clothing that … Continue reading Immodest clothing

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Can I be a saviour?

This past few days my husband and I have gotten in some long-winded, heated, passionate discussions on a point I … Continue reading Can I be a saviour?

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Defining doctrine

The LDS Church recently released a statement about what constitutes doctrine. The following is an excerpt: With divine inspiration, the First … Continue reading Defining doctrine

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Avril Lavigne experiencing dwindling Canadian crowds

“Avril’s mellow new album is, in effect, an attempt at reinvention and so far it hasn’t worked,” said Jeff Burlingame, … Continue reading Avril Lavigne experiencing dwindling Canadian crowds

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Facebook memes and sexism

I like to think I have been sensitive to gender equality, violence against women and the like for some time, … Continue reading Facebook memes and sexism

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Five new temples announced

President Monson announced five new temples during conference today: Provo, Utah, USA; Barranquilla, Columbia; Durban, South Africa; Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo; … Continue reading Five new temples announced

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New calling: seminary teacher

About a month ago, I was set apart as a seminary teacher. Technically, I am a substitute teacher, filling in … Continue reading New calling: seminary teacher

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Alabama Judge Gives Criminals Choice: Go to Jail or Go to Church | NBC San Diego

A small-town judge in Alabama is giving non-violent offenders a choice at sentencing: go to jail or go to church.Under a … Continue reading Alabama Judge Gives Criminals Choice: Go to Jail or Go to Church | NBC San Diego

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