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Organization of the LDS Church

The organizational structure of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the LDS Church) is the same as that which the Lord Jesus Christ organized during His life on earth. It's the same because Christ restored his church in these latter-days and has called living prophets and apostles. Other LDS Church leaders, auxiliaries, and its structure of communication are also explained in this article.

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Learn about President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, his life and work with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Find links to wonderful talks, quotes, and videos of President Uchtdorf.

President Thomas S. Monson

Who is Thomas S. Monson and what does it mean to be the president of the Mormon Church? Find out who he is including his service in the Church, what he is known for, and great speeches he has given to the world.

What is an LDS Mission?

Serving an LDS mission usually means dedicating a specific amount of time to the preaching of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Find out more about the why, who, how, and where of LDS missions.

Family Home Evening

In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we believe in unified families and one of the best ways to help our families be strong is through holding regular Family Home Evening.

Who Were the Mormon Pioneers?

The Mormon Pioneers are a huge part of the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but who were the Mormon Pioneers? Find out how the Mormon pioneers were persecuted for their beliefs.

The Book of Mormon

Book of Mormon, Another Testament of Jesus Christ, is an account of God's dealings with different groups of people who lived on the American continent. The history in the Book of Mormon recounts how the people left Jerusalem, had prophets called of God, and were visited by Jesus Christ.

Mormon Trail of the Pioneers

The Mormon trail is the trek the pioneers traveled as they fled persecution by moving west. Learn how the pioneers traveled along the Mormon trail, how far they traveled, and where they settled.

Is the Devil Real?

Yes, the devil is real, but how do we know this? Find out in this article about the reality of Satan.

What is a Mormon Temple?

What is a Mormon temple and what do members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints do there? Who can enter a temple? Learn about Mormon temples including ordinances, covenants, clothing, worthiness, and more.

Baptism For the Dead

Baptism is necessary to enter the Kingdom of God, thus everyone must have the opportunity to be baptized, including those who have died. Heavenly Father has provided a way that all may have the opportunity to accept, or reject, the gospel and be baptized.

What Do Mormons Believe?

As Mormons we believe in many different things including the Apostasy, the Restoration, and the Book of Mormon. Our basic beliefs are also summarized in a set of 13 Articles of Faith.

What is the Sacrament?

The sacrament is a sacred ordinance administered by Jesus Christ unto His followers after His resurrection. Learn what the sacrament represents and what covenant we renew when we partake of the blessed bread and water.

What is a Prophet?

What is a prophet and why do we need one? Learn the purpose for God's chosen servants, what prophets teach and testify of, and the reality of living prophets.

Who is Jesus Christ?

Who is Jesus Christ? In this profile of Jesus Christ learn how He is the only begotten son of God, the Creator, our Savior, and how He is the perfect example.

Kaylynn England, LDS Associate

Kaylynn England was a previous LDS Associate who reviewed LDS products which were featured on this site.

LDS Church Callings

Callings are voluntary, are issued by the proper authority, and are usually for a few years. Members are called of God to serve each other, and all callings are important. Learn more about callings and how members receive positions within the LDS Church.

LDS Church's Stand on Abuse

Unfortunately all forms of abuse are found among members of the LDS Church. Abuse is against the teachings of Jesus Christ and victims of abuse are not guilty of sin.

Trials of our Faith

Do you feel burdened with unfair trials? Do you feel that the people around you have been blessed with an easy life while you're struggling to survive? Then you need to learn the truth about the trials of our faith.

Joseph Smith

Who was Joseph Smith? Why was he confused about religion? Learn how Joseph Smith sought truth by praying to God, how he had a vision and received an answer, and was later called as a prophet and eventually martyred for God.

Stress From a LDS Perspective

How members of the LDS Church conceptualize stress and recommended ways of relieving stress from a LDS Perspective

How to Be Baptized

Those who have faith in Christ and repent of their sins must be baptized. But it is necessary for baptism to be administered in a proper way and with the proper authority.

Who Should Be Baptized?

Everyone who sins must be baptized but what about babies, little children, and the mentally disabled. Do they need to be baptized? Find out in this article about who should be baptized.

Why Be Baptized?

Baptism is a personal covenant between you and God and in the LDS Church it is the third principle and ordinance of the gospel which means it's how we show faith in Christ and repent of our sins.

Baptism in the LDS Church

In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we believe in being baptized. But why be baptized? Who should be baptized? And how should one go about doing it? Learn all about baptism in the LDS Church including baptism for the dead.

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