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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the LDS Church or, informally, the Mormon Church) is a Christian restorationist church that is considered by its followers to be the restoration of the original church founded by Jesus Christ. The church is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, and has established congregations (called wards or branches) and built temples worldwide. According to the church, it has over 85,000 missionaries and a membership of over 15 million. It is ranked by the National Council of Churches as the fourth-largest Christian denomination in the United States. It is the largest denomination in the Latter Day Saint movement founded by Joseph Smith during the period of religious revival known as the Second Great Awakening.
Adherents, sometimes referred to as "Latter-day Saints" or, less formally, "Mormons", view faith in Jesus Christ and his atonement as the central tenet of their religion. LDS theology includes the Christian doctrine of salvation only through Jesus Christ, though LDS doctrines regarding the nature of God and the potential of mankind differ significantly from mainstream Christianity. The church has an open canon which includes four scriptural texts: the Bible (both Old and New Testaments), the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price. Other than the Bible, the majority of the LDS canon constitutes revelation spoken by Joseph Smith and recorded by his scribes which includes commentary and exegesis about the Bible, texts described as lost parts of the Bible, and other works believed to be written by ancient prophets.
The Book of Mormon is a sacred text of the Latter Day Saint movement, which adherents believe contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the American continent from approximately 2200 BC to AD 421. It was first published in March 1830 by Joseph Smith as The Book of Mormon: An Account Written by the Hand of Mormon upon Plates Taken from the Plates of Nephi.
According to Smith's account and the book's narrative, the Book of Mormon was originally written in otherwise unknown characters referred to as "reformed Egyptian" engraved on golden plates. Smith said that the last prophet to contribute to the book, a man named Moroni, buried it in a hill in present-day New York, then returned to earth in 1827 as an angel, revealing the location of the book to Smith, and instructing him to translate it into English for use in the restoration of Christ's true church in the latter days. Critics claim that it was fabricated by Smith, drawing on material and ideas from contemporary 19th-century works rather than translating an ancient record.
Jesus (/ˈdʒiːzəs/; Greek: Ἰησοῦς Iesous; 7–2 BC to AD 30–33), also referred to as Jesus of Nazareth or Jesus Christ, is the central figure of Christianity, whom the teachings of most Christian denominations hold to be the Son of God. Christians believe Jesus is the awaited Messiah (or Christ, the Anointed One) of the Old Testament.
Virtually all modern scholars of antiquity agree that Jesus existed historically, and historians consider the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) to be the best sources for investigating the historical Jesus. Most scholars agree that Jesus was a Galilean, Jewish rabbi who preached his message orally,was baptized by John the Baptist, and was crucified by the order of the Roman Prefect Pontius Pilate. In the current mainstream view, Jesus was an apocalyptic preacher and the founder of a renewal movement within Judaism, although some prominent scholars argue that he was not apocalyptic. After Jesus' death, his followers believed he was resurrected, and the community they formed eventually became the Christian church. The widely used calendar era, abbreviated as "AD" from the Latin "Anno Domini" ("in the year of our Lord") or sometimes as "CE", is based on the birth of Jesus. His birth is celebrated annually on December 25 as a holiday known as Christmas.
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Subscribe! http://bitly.com/1iLOHml With high profile members like Mitt Romney amongst them and a popular broadway musical named after their sacred text, who exactly are the Mormons? Learn More: Mormonism: When Jesus visited America and other beliefs http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/0/20203949 “Mormons believe their church is a restoration of the Church as conceived by Jesus and that the other Christian churches have gone astray.” Insight: Mormon church made wealthy by donations http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/08/12/us-usa-politics-mormons-idUSBRE87B05W20120812 “If the Mormon church were a business, wealthy adherents like Mitt Romney would count as its dominant revenue stream.” Mormons in America – Certain in their beliefs, uncertain of their place in society http://www....
This video includes facts that are devestating to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It includes details about Joseph Smith and the Fact that he was a Freemason until his death. It also talks about Moroni, the Book of Mormon and how it was translated from golden plates. It reveals that the church taucht racism against blacks for 150 years and officially practiced polygamy for 40 years. Check out my livestream @ http://tinyurl.com/bibleflockbox-livestream Follow Me on: ➤YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/channel-BibleFlockBox ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BibleFlockBox ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/BibleFlockBox ➤Snapchat & Instagram: BibleFlockBox ➤Google Plus: http://tinyurl.com/google-plus-bible-flock-box ➤Tumblr: http://bibleflockbox.tumblr.com ➤Pinterest: https://www.pi...
A simple explanation of what to expect when attending a Mormon church service. You'll learn how to find a chapel, what to wear, and what to do when you arrive.
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CNN's Brian Todd reports on a newly-opened Mormon temple and interviews a church elder on posthumous baptisms.
For more information, visit http://www.cesletter.com, or https://www.mormoninformant.com/ces-letter-resources Special thanks to Zelph on the Shelf for summarizing the CES Letter. http://zelphontheshelf.com/the-millennials-brief-guide-to-the-ces-letter/ Would you like this information in Spanish? ¿Hablas español? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5pgcSLNOh4 Music Credits: Almost in F - Tranquillity by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100394 Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Savannah is 12 years old and is entering 8th grade in August, 2017. She loves drawing, reading, dancing (she is a Scottish highland dancer), all things Avengers and wants to be an animator for Disney some day. She also happens to be gay. To hear Savannah talk about what happened that day, she's at about the 21 minute mark in this podcast: http://iliketolookforrainbows.com/2017/05/29/episode-2-savannahs-story/
Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement of Restorationist Christianity, which began with Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the Mormons followed Brigham Young to what would become the Utah Territory. Today, most Mormons are understood to be members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Some Mormons are also either independent or non-practicing. The center of Mormon cultural influence is in Utah, and North America has more Mormons than any other continent, though the majority of Mormons live outside the United States. Mormons have developed a strong sense of communality that stems from their doctrine and history. During the 19th century, Mor...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) welcomes all visitors to its worship services. For individuals visiting for the first time, the following information might be helpful. Read more on MormonNewsroom.org: http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/article/what-to-expect-at-church-services
A video explaining basic beliefs Mormons have about The Book of Mormon (the actual book, not the musical). These videos are meant to inform and clear up misconceptions about beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka, "Mormons), and are not intended to convert. Video topics are inspired by questions frequently asked to me or misunderstood by those of other beliefs. Each video is made independently by me, a Mormon girl with many friends who are not members of the LDS Church who have wanted to learn the truth behind what Mormons believe. These videos are not officially affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, though my top aim is for accuracy. Sources: ● "Mormons Believe... What?! -- Fact and Fiction About a Rising Religion" Gary C. Lawren...
Subscribe! http://bitly.com/1iLOHml With high profile members like Mitt Romney amongst them and a popular broadway musical named after their sacred text, who exactly are the Mormons? Learn More: Mormonism: When Jesus visited America and other beliefs http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/0/20203949 “Mormons believe their church is a restoration of the Church as conceived by Jesus and that the other Christian churches have gone astray.” Insight: Mormon church made wealthy by donations http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/08/12/us-usa-politics-mormons-idUSBRE87B05W20120812 “If the Mormon church were a business, wealthy adherents like Mitt Romney would count as its dominant revenue stream.” Mormons in America – Certain in their beliefs, uncertain of their place in society http://www....
This video includes facts that are devestating to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It includes details about Joseph Smith and the Fact that he was a Freemason until his death. It also talks about Moroni, the Book of Mormon and how it was translated from golden plates. It reveals that the church taucht racism against blacks for 150 years and officially practiced polygamy for 40 years. Check out my livestream @ http://tinyurl.com/bibleflockbox-livestream Follow Me on: ➤YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/channel-BibleFlockBox ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BibleFlockBox ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/BibleFlockBox ➤Snapchat & Instagram: BibleFlockBox ➤Google Plus: http://tinyurl.com/google-plus-bible-flock-box ➤Tumblr: http://bibleflockbox.tumblr.com ➤Pinterest: https://www.pi...
A simple explanation of what to expect when attending a Mormon church service. You'll learn how to find a chapel, what to wear, and what to do when you arrive.
OPEN ME ~~~ V L O G C H A N N E L: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvcf8FH2l8ec_J1bNE5v8cg T W I T T E R - @mekaylazz https://twitter.com/mekaylazz I N S T A G R A M - https://instagram.com/mekkklovin/ T U M B L R - http://fastforwardtothegoodpart.tumblr.com S N A P C H A T - mekaylabierman G O O D R E A D S - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/27209222-mekayla For business inquiries contact: mekaylabierman@gmail.com https://www.amazon.ca/gp/registry/wishlist/20UEP9XSILGM9/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1
CNN's Brian Todd reports on a newly-opened Mormon temple and interviews a church elder on posthumous baptisms.
For more information, visit http://www.cesletter.com, or https://www.mormoninformant.com/ces-letter-resources Special thanks to Zelph on the Shelf for summarizing the CES Letter. http://zelphontheshelf.com/the-millennials-brief-guide-to-the-ces-letter/ Would you like this information in Spanish? ¿Hablas español? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5pgcSLNOh4 Music Credits: Almost in F - Tranquillity by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100394 Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Savannah is 12 years old and is entering 8th grade in August, 2017. She loves drawing, reading, dancing (she is a Scottish highland dancer), all things Avengers and wants to be an animator for Disney some day. She also happens to be gay. To hear Savannah talk about what happened that day, she's at about the 21 minute mark in this podcast: http://iliketolookforrainbows.com/2017/05/29/episode-2-savannahs-story/
Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement of Restorationist Christianity, which began with Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the Mormons followed Brigham Young to what would become the Utah Territory. Today, most Mormons are understood to be members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Some Mormons are also either independent or non-practicing. The center of Mormon cultural influence is in Utah, and North America has more Mormons than any other continent, though the majority of Mormons live outside the United States. Mormons have developed a strong sense of communality that stems from their doctrine and history. During the 19th century, Mor...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) welcomes all visitors to its worship services. For individuals visiting for the first time, the following information might be helpful. Read more on MormonNewsroom.org: http://www.mormonnewsroom.org/article/what-to-expect-at-church-services
A video explaining basic beliefs Mormons have about The Book of Mormon (the actual book, not the musical). These videos are meant to inform and clear up misconceptions about beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka, "Mormons), and are not intended to convert. Video topics are inspired by questions frequently asked to me or misunderstood by those of other beliefs. Each video is made independently by me, a Mormon girl with many friends who are not members of the LDS Church who have wanted to learn the truth behind what Mormons believe. These videos are not officially affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, though my top aim is for accuracy. Sources: ● "Mormons Believe... What?! -- Fact and Fiction About a Rising Religion" Gary C. Lawren...
Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement of Restorationist Christianity, which began with Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the Mormons followed Brigham Young to what would become the Utah Territory. Today, most Mormons are understood to be members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Some Mormons are also either independent or non-practicing. The center of Mormon cultural influence is in Utah, and North America has more Mormons than any other continent, though the majority of Mormons live outside the United States. Mormons have developed a strong sense of communality that stems from their doctrine and history. During the 19th century, Mor...
On April 17, the LDS church held a disciplinary court for Jeremy Runnells, the creator of the CES letter website. Jeremy secretly recorded his church court which exposes how his church leaders deal with those who ask questions and boldly seek for answers to difficult issues. Links. http://cesletter.com/ https://youtu.be/KJXTLdzD7Sg
Lynn Wilder, former tenured BYU Professor and author of "Unveiling Grace," reveals inner workings of the Mormon church and shares her family's journey to Christianity. Originally aired on theDove TV & Radio 28th August 2013 See more at http://thedove.us and http://facebook.com/thedoveonline
In this episode of Mormon Stories/Transitions, John and Margi interview the brilliant Dr. Julie DeAzevedo Hanks about her article titled “30 Questions Nobody Asks My Husband at Church.” John, Margi, and Julie focus on the powerful cultural messages about gender, potential, life decisions, and worth that are broadcast in the questions we ask. During the interview, cultural assumptions are challenged in some of the questions from Julie’s article: *Did you know that you are a son of your Heavenly Mother? *What does your wife do for a living? *Who’s watching your kids? *Why are you getting a graduate degree? *Will you go home and change? Your clothes are distracting the sisters. …and many more.
The World Report is a semiannual report of news events around the world pertaining to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon). This is the full April 2017 edition.
In this episode of Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions podcast, John interviews Brynne Thomas Gant — author of the article entitled, “They Can Leave the Church, But They Can’t Leave the Church Alone.” The purpose of the episode is to explore common negative stereotypes about post-Mormons, and to better explain the complexities of leaving the LDS church. https://medium.com/@brynnetg/they-can-leave-the-church-but-they-cant-leave-the-church-alone-298cc12d399
I grew up in the Mormon church, and was physically and sexually abused by members at the church. This led to a lifetime of depression and hopelessness as I turned first to drugs, then to witchcraft. I have finally found freedom and redemption in Jesus Christ. Extreme Makeover By Jesus! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbQUAyNwjDc My Journey Of Inner Healing After Witchcraft https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTYxnEoFaHE Deliverance From Demonic Oppression https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xR9Env1LlK0 My Blog: http://www.theothersideofdarkness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.eckert.77/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_other_side_of_darkness/ About Me: Hi my name is Beth :) I am an ex witch and new ager, who came out of satanic ritual abuse in the Mormon church. I am sa...
In this episode of Mormon Stories and Mormon Transitions podcast, John interviews Brynne Thomas Gant — author of the article entitled, “They Can Leave the Church, But They Can’t Leave the Church Alone.” The purpose of the episode is to explore common negative stereotypes about post-Mormons, and to better explain the complexities of leaving the LDS church. https://medium.com/@brynnetg/they-can-leave-the-church-but-they-cant-leave-the-church-alone-298cc12d399
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