I’ve been reading Saints – the first volume, The Standard of Truth, the story of the Restoration of the Gospel and Church of Jesus Christ from 1815-1846. It’s making me aware of how difficult that process was, in an intimate way, through many people’s stories set in the context of broader events that the Saints … Continue reading In the footsteps of the saints
What does the term “Mormon” conjure up for you? It’s always sounded to me like a weird sect that refers to polygamous families living in outback Utah or people who communicate with aliens (I don’t know, it just does), or a group of people out of touch with the rest of the world who follow … Continue reading Why I don’t want you to call me “Mormon”
This is a music video from a movie (Ephraim’s Rescue) coming out in the US, about the experiences of a group of “Mormon” (LDS) pioneers caught in a terrible winter, almost at the end of their journey but needing rescue. Rescue came, and courageous men and women gave what they could to help – in … Continue reading Journey to a Promised Land
Peaceable Treasures 