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Family history given to Michelle Obama
Last July, it was U.S. President Barack Obama who received his documented family history from the Church, presented by President Thomas S. Monson. Now, his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama, has received a comparable gift. Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve and Sister Julie B. Beck,...
Most LDS-friendly law school? Arizona State, says Web site
Arizona State University has the "most Mormon-friendly law school" -- outside Utah -- in the nation, according to a recent posting on an LDS-oriented Web site. The site managers for mormonlawyers.com decided to exclude Brigham Young University and the University of Utah, which together have by...
Elder Perry honored at NBA game
Mormon Life says: He even got to speak after the game to the Church members who were there. Sounds like a fun night.
The Houston Rockets defeated the visiting New Jersey Nets 116-108 on March 13 in a National Basketball Association matchup at Toyota Center. Luis Scola starred for Houston, scoring a career-high 44...
BYU's star Fredette on Mormon rap and playing with inmates
Jimmer Fredette came to the Ford Center on Thursday morning with more weight than anyone from a small town in upstate New York should be expected to carry. How much does the Mormon religion weigh? Every Mormon basketball fan pointed to Fredette to end Brigham Young's eight-game NCAA Tournament...
Update on Church members and efforts since the earthquake in Chile
Recovery from large-scale disasters such as the massive earthquake that rocked Chile on Feb. 27 is best measured in stages. Church officials in that quake-weary nation say stage one is behind them. "We're past that first stage where the emergency response has been handled," said Bruce Muir, the...
Residents petition against proposed LDS meetinghouse in Boston
More than 60 people are petitioning Brookline’s Zoning Board of Appeals to reject the design for a new meetinghouse proposed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In an open letter to the board obtained by the Globe, the residents said they do not dispute that the Mormons have the...
A call for Facebook civility
Mormon Life says: The dangers of a virtual world.
While skimming Thursday's edition of The New York Times, one headline caught my eye: "I need to vent. Hello, Facebook." The article, written by Douglas Quenqua, focuses on couples who use Facebook...
Old Testament Lesson 12: ''Fruitful in the Land of My Afflication''
Introduction The story of Joseph makes me think about what it really means to be free. During the early years of Joseph's life, while he was experiencing the viciousness of murderous brothers and the solitude of slavery and the pain of imprisonment, his brothers were (1)committing murder...
Old Testament Lesson 12: "Fruitful in the Land of My Affliction"
The story of Joseph is one of the most well known stories of the Bible. Besides continuing the patriarchal narrative, providing the essential link between the patriarchs and the children of Israel in bondage in Egypt, the story illustrates several doctrinal issues. Beyond this, the story of Joseph...
How We Taught This Lesson in the Past: Lesson 12: “Fruitful in the Land of My Affliction”
Both the current lesson manual and this trio of lessons scheduled for 18 May, 25 May, and 8 June 1930 examine Joseph’s life in Egypt, noting how Joseph’s faithfulness during trials led to great blessings for himself and all his family. Joseph There are many reasons why Joseph should be the...
OT Lesson 12 Study Notes: Genesis 40-45
Genesis 40 Verse 1: How long do you think “after these things” might represent, a long time or a short time? Why do you think we hear nothing further about Potiphar’s wife and what became of her? Verse 2: Note that “butler” is probably better translated “cup bearer,” and “baker” is probably...
Wheelchairs given to needy residents in Thailand
At this, arguably the most popular seaside resort in Asia, the women of the Rotary Club of Junkseilon held a 30-wheelchair ceremony on Feb. 28 by coordinating with LDS Charities and the Bang Rak Rotary Club of Thailand. It was the fourth distribution LDS Charities has been involved with since the...
Relief Society commemoration in Nauvoo
On March 17, LDS sisters throughout the world celebrated the 168th anniversary of the organization of the Relief Society. In Nauvoo, Ill., missionary sisters gathered at the actual site -- in Joseph Smith's Red Brick Store -- and commemorated that event. The reconstructed Red Brick Store is...
As You Slide Down the Bannister of Life, May the Splinters Never Point in the Wrong Direction
The thing is, though, they will. And what are you going to do when you get poked in the patootie? I can tell you what I do: I scream and yell, and chuck a colossal conniption. I tell God what He needs to do to remedy my situation. Then I sit and wait for Him to comply. And wait. And wait. ...
BYU Wins! 99-92 in first NCAA March Madness game
Mormon Life says: Looks like the cougars are "one and done" no more.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Jimmer Fredette scored 37 points, including two 3-pointers in double overtime, to seal BYU's thrilling 99-92 win over 10th-seeded Florida on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA...
