Using the Internet in LDS Church Callings
The Church recently updated Handbook 2 with additional guidelines about the Internet (see chapter 21.1.22). The updated guidelines clarify that members may create websites, blogs, and social media profiles to assist with their callings. The new guidelines read as...
LDS Handbook Encourages Personal Use of the Internet
The Church recently updated Handbook 2 with additional information about member's personal use of the Internet (see chapter 21.1.22). The updated guidelines clarify that members are encouraged to use the Internet to flood the earth with gospel messages. The updated...
New Movie “Meet the Mormons”
Meet the Mormons is a new feature-length movie that shows the diverse lives of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was filmed on location across the globe to take you on a journey into the day-to-day realities of members living in the...
Elder Bednar: The Gospel and Social Media
Today at Education Week, Elder David A. Bednar delivered an address "To Sweep the Earth As With A Flood." He explained that technology and social media are gifts from God that will allow us—as we use them properly—to further His work in remarkable ways. We are blessed...
Pathway to a College Education
Did you know that you can get a bachelors degree for under $10,000 while staying near your home? Pathway is a low-cost educational opportunity that combines online courses with local gatherings. You can gain valuable skills that will serve you throughout your life....
The Gospel and Social Media
What do you know about the gospel and social media? 1. Does the Church discourage social media? 2. Is technology good or evil? 3. Do Apostles tweet? You're invited to watch Elder David A Bednar's talk as he encourages the best uses of social media and technology...
New Content on Joseph Smith Papers Website
The Joseph Smith Papers website (JosephSmithPapers.org) has added over 200 documents. Almost 200 documents dating from 1839, including land sales for what would become Nauvoo, Illinois. Transcript of the 1830 edition of the Book of Mormon. Images for the Draft...
Get Baptized Maybe Video
The "Get Baptized Maybe" video is a parody of the song Call Me Maybe set to a missionary theme. It was made by Jace Cox and members of the Ephriam 5th Ward. The lyrics are posted below the video on YouTube. Watch a video of outtakes and credits. Here is a list of...
How to be Money Smart
You work hard for your money. This month's New Era magazine has a great article "How to be Money Smart" that gives a few simple principles that can make your cash go further. The article gives good advice on setting a budget that works and how to be smart about money...
Joseph Smith Prophet of the Restoration Movie Now on Amazon
The movie Joseph Smith: The Prophet of the Restoration is now available on Amazon Instant Video. This movie was the first full-length motion picture the Church released on the Internet. The movie is about Joseph Smith, the founding prophet of The Church of Jesus...
10 Fun Activities for a Sunday Afternoon
Sunday is a great day to spend time with your family and friends. The Mormon.org blog has published a list of 10 family activities you may want to consider: 1. Visit family or friends, or invite someone over that might need a friend. Consider requesting Mormon...
Spouse and Family Support Guide
The Church has created a new online guide to help spouses and families affected by a loved one's addictive behaviors. The guide provides help, hope, and healing. The Spouse and Family Support Guide helps spouses and family members personally heal from challenges they...
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