by Larry Richman | Sep 10, 2020
Consultants from the Church History Library have compiled a list of the most common questions they have received about patriarchal blessings. Below are the top five questions and answers on patriarchal blessings from the article “Ask Us: Top Five Reference...
by Larry Richman | Nov 25, 2019
The year 2020 will be one of the most exciting in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It marks 200 years since the First Vision. Last month, President Russell M. Nelson invited us to prepare for the April conference that will commemorate...
by Larry Richman | Oct 10, 2019
President James E. Faust said, “One of the great blessings the people of this Church have is to meet with the bishop once each year, settle their tithing, and report that what they had paid in contributions constitutes a tithe.” (James E. Faust, “Opening the...
by Larry Richman | May 3, 2019
The following are helpful resources about same-sex attraction (LGBT, gay, lesbian, transgender) in Spanish: Libros Cómo comprender problemas homosexuales de los hombres: Una introducción para los Santos de los Últimos Días por Jason Park. Un libro de 48 páinas que da...
by Larry Richman | Jul 10, 2018
Best LDS Resources to Help with Same-Sex Attraction, Gay, LGBT Same-sex attraction refers to emotional, physical, or sexual attraction to a person of the same gender. The experience of same-sex attraction is not the same for everyone. Some people may feel exclusively...
by Larry Richman | Mar 6, 2017
If you missed Saturday’s LDS Face to Face event with President Henry B. Eyring and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, you can watch or download a video of it. The event was and originated from the Joseph Smith Farm Welcome Center, where the apostles were joined by two youth...
by Larry Richman | Nov 15, 2016
The Church has published the last of more than 100 videos in The Life of Jesus Christ Bible Videos series. The last video features the account of the martyrdom of Stephen. Each of these video segments brings to life a distinct scene from the life of Jesus Christ, as...
by Larry Richman | Aug 4, 2016
The Church has announced that the Mutual theme for 2017 is James 1:5–6: “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is...
by Larry Richman | Mar 31, 2016
Enjoy this video “You Should Watch Conference” by Jamesthemormon. See my previous post about Jamesthemormon. See “8 Ways to Access LDS General Conference.” Here is a list of other member-created videos I have shared. If you find other videos...
by Larry Richman | Nov 19, 2014
On November 24, the National Bible Association is sponsoring an “International Day of the Bible.” People are encouraged to read, share, or express creatively their favorite passages from the Bible at noon on the 24th. In addition, those who wish to post or promote...
by Larry Richman | Jul 17, 2013
The following is adapted from a presentation by Scott Welty and Mel Tingey. For centuries, scriptures were copied by hand from manuscripts. These books were very costly and only a privileged few had access to them. By 1455, Johannes Gutenberg had invented a press with...
by Larry Richman | Oct 21, 2011
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is engaged in a large film project recreating important stories from the New Testament. The Church’s Media Services has recreated ancient Jerusalem in a movie set in Goshen, Utah, and are filming 47 stories or...
by Larry Richman | Dec 15, 2010
The LDS Church News just published an article about Church products that you may want to consider using during this Christmas season. They are all available at Church Distribution Centers or online at store.lds.org. “Mr. Krueger’s Christmas.” Actor...
by Larry Richman | Apr 28, 2010
Since my last article about the Questions & Answers radio programs on the Mormon Channel (radio.lds.org), 5 more episodes have been released: 17: The Good Samaritan QUESTION: Comment left on Facebook that said we should do more with the parables of Jesus Christ....
by Larry Richman | Jun 26, 2009
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sponsors many websites for the benefit of Church members, news media, and others who are interested in learning more about the Church. You can tell if a site is from the Church because it will have the Church logo....