Posts Tagged ‘prayer’
Playing From Her Heart
Tina knew from a young age that music was her life’s calling and she is a professional saxophonist in New York. It took longer for Tina to realize that she is gay, but a period of inactivity from the Church didn’t stop her from paying her tithing every month. It was appreciation and practice of Buddhism that led Tina back to the Church in her remarkable journey back into activity.
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April 18th, 2013 by admin
The Love of Her Parents
Growing up in a Mormon family, Jamie is a second-generation Church member in Hong Kong. In her teenage years, she struggled with her testimony of the gospel and distanced herself from the Church, despite her parents both having high-profile callings. But her parents and friends continued to love and support Jamie. She eventually returned to the Church and developed a strong testimony, which led her to happiness and helped shape her future life.e.
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April 3rd, 2013 by admin
Yoga for Body and Soul
When Joanne Dehlin first tried Bikram Yoga, she didn’t love it—but she knew she needed it in her life. Now she is a certified instructor and director of her own yoga studio. She sees the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of yoga, as well as the sense of community it fosters. “If you are in that place where you can love others and have the light of Christ,” Joanne says, “you are connected. You honor other people.”
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March 20th, 2013 by admin
Snapshot Portrait: Kristin Goodwin
I realized I have power when… …I discovered the power of tenderness, and what it means to have unconditional love and attachment as a mother. For me it comes down to letting someone know that they are more important than the rules, or the spilled milk, or what the other moms at the park think. [...]
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November 28th, 2012 by admin
Defending Freedom in the Air Force
As a public health officer in the United States Air Force, Janice recently completed a year-long “hardship” tour at Kunsan Air Base in Korea. She is now stationed in Okinawa, Japan, and her military career has also included a six month tour in Afghanistan during which she assessed every medical station. Janice discusses the importance of fasting and prayer in her work, and the meaningful role of the Church in her service career.
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August 27th, 2012 by admin
In her profound story of personal healing and renewal through her relationship with the Lord, HDH describes a 30-year process of recovering from sexual assault when she was ten years old.
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August 8th, 2012 by admin
Honoring Her Heritage
June 4th, 2012 by admin
Personal Revolutions
November 29th, 2011 by admin
An Instrument of Homecoming
Joanna Brooks has emerged as an important commentator on Mormonism for mainstream media. In fact, this year Politico named her as one of 50 commentators to watch in America. She is currently the Chair of the Department of English and Comparative Literature at San Diego State University. She writes about Mormonism and politics for Religion Dispatches and is the author of askmormongirl.com.
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August 5th, 2011 by admin
Keeping His Promise
June 15th, 2011 by admin
Snapshot Portrait: Mary Decker
The hardest choice I’ve made in my life was when… I chose to be happy. My life was crumbling around me. I was sad, angry, depressed, and mourning the loss of my marriage. My husband had kicked me and my baby out of our own home. I was homeless and helpless.
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April 6th, 2011 by admin
A Pillar of Faith in New Delhi
January 12th, 2011 by admin
When Pornography Hits Home
Four years ago, Bethany’s husband shared some startling news: He was addicted to pornography. As mother to four young children, Bethany had to continue to be mom, but she also chose to dedicate herself to her husband’s recovery. Recognizing she needed time and space to heal herself, Bethany sought out support systems and drew closer to the Lord. Bethany speaks about the need to tend to her own wounds, as well as support the man she loves.
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November 17th, 2010 by admin
Peace Through Conflict
October 6th, 2010 by admin
As It Was Meant To Be
September 1st, 2010 by admin
More Than Skin Deep (with Photo Essay)
July 13th, 2010 by admin
A Tough Thing To Do
July 8th, 2010 by admin
Help This Child
May 26th, 2010 by admin
Finding Refuge in the Saints
April 20th, 2010 by admin
As Joseph in Egypt
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May 9th, 2013 by admin
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