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W H AT W E B E L I E V E

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The ChurchOf Jesus Christ

Of Latter-

DaySaints

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MORMON RELIGION BASICS

What is the name of our church? So, what are the people called? What is the “Book of Mormon?” Who is Joseph Smith?What are missionaries? Why do we build temples?

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WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE CHURCH?

“The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints”

The church is named after Jesus Christ because it is not our church, it is Christ’s church. Through divine revelation and a prophet called of God, we receive direction in which man or “latter-day saints” might conduct the church.

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SO, WHAT ARE WE CALLED?

We are sometimes referred to as:

“LDS” – This is short for “Latter-Day Saints.” If you ever hear

this term, it is correct.

“Mormon’s”- This is also a correct term. We are sometimes called “Mormon’s” because we believe in “The Book of Mormon.”

You can call us either or! And just for the record…we are pretty normal. Check it out.

http://mormon.org/people/

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http://lds.org/scriptures?lang=eng

The Book of Mormon is “Another Testament of Jesus Christ.”The Book of Mormon is to be read along side the bible, it helps

to teach truths, explain and sustain the bible. It is a record of what was happening on the American continent during biblical

times. It is a record of many prophets, that we believe, wrote this for our “latter-days.” We read The Book of Mormon

with the Bible, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price.

You can also read all of these books online!

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In the western part of New York, in the early 1800’s the passion over religion was intense. It was atime of theological turmoil. Joseph Smith was a young boy of age 14 at the time, who did not know which church to join. So many of them claimed they were the only true church. One night he read in the bible James 1:5 “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God…” Joseph decided to do just that… “ask of God”…or, in other words… pray about it.

When he did, Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father (God) appeared to him. They told him none of the church’s were right, and that he would aid in restoring the true gospel. From that time forward Joseph Smith restored “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints,” through the Lord’s instructions. He also brought forth the “Book of Mormon.” As generations went forward, new prophets were called, and today our prophet is Thomas S. Monson. He leads the church today just as Joseph once did through the Lord’s guidance.

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What are missionaries?

Missionaries are young adults who at age 19 leave their homes and families to wherever they are called to preach the gospel. This is an immense sacrifice. But we do itbecause we want to share the truth with everyone!

Why wouldn’t you want to share something so wonderful with the world? Missionaries wear a white shirt and black pants, or in the girls case a black skirt. They always have a name tag on, with their name and the name of the church. They are there to tell you more about the gospel and answer any questions you may have!

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WHY DO WE BUILD

TEMPLES?

TO PERFORM BAPTISMS FOR THE DEAD

TO PERFORM MARRIAGE CEREMONIES FOR TIME

AND ALL ETERNITY

TO SEAL FAMILIES TOGETHER FOR TIME AND

ALL ETERNITY

#1. Baptisms for the dead. We believe that all should have the chance to be baptized into the church, so we perform baptisms for those who have passed from this life.

#2. Marriage. We believe a couple should be married for “time and all eternity,” not just “until death do us part.” They should have the chance to be with each other after this life.

#3. To seal families together. Just as one would be married forever, families should also be together forever.

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Just for kicks…

Here are some of our wedding photosof the temple we were married in.

Bountiful, Utah

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is

one of the fastest growing church’s in the world !

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16,000,000.00

Church Membership

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HOW TO LEARN MORE?

I believe that knowledge is important to have for one’s self. It’s always nice

to know from your own findings, rather than to hear it from someone else, because when it comes to the LDS church there are many different

views out there and misleading information. So…

http://mormon.org

VISIT

http://lds.org

Or…of course, ask your local missionaries!