LDS Living

Boy Scouts approve policy to accept gay Scouts

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:53:00 -0600

source: ap.org

MR says: The new policy received more than 60 percent of the votes. Click here to read the Church's official statement concerning the vote. In one of their most dramatic choices in a century, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America voted Thursday to ease a divisive ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted into the nation's leading youth organization.

Gay adults will remain barred from serving as Scout leaders.

Of the local Scout leaders voting at their annual meeting in Texas, more than 60 percent supported the proposal.

LDS Church releases statement on Boy Scout policy change

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:40:00 -0600

source: Newsroom.lds.org

MR says: The following is a statement released by the Church in response to the recent vote. The new policy--which will take effect Jan. 1, 2014--continues to bar gay leaders, but says that Scouts cannot be denied membership to BSA on sexual orientation alone. Click here to read news coverage of the vote. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints responded today to the Boy Scouts of America vote on its membership policy with the following statement:

For the past 100 years, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has enjoyed a strong relationship with Boy Scouts of America, based on our mutual interest in helping boys and young men understand and live their duty to God and develop upright moral behavior. As the Church moves forward in its association with the Boy Scouts of America, Church leaders will continue to seek the most effective ways to address the diverse needs of young people in the United States and throughout the world.
The Church’s long-established policy for participation in activities is stated in the basic instructional handbook used by lay leaders of the Church: “young men … who agree to abide by Church standards” are “welcomed warmly and encouraged to participate” (Handbook 2: Administering the Church [2010], 8.17.3). This policy applies to Church-sponsored Scout units. Sexual orientation has not previously been—and is not now—a disqualifying factor for boys who want to join Latter-day Saint Scout troops. Willingness to abide by standards of behavior continues to be our compelling interest.
These standards are outlined in the booklet For the Strength of Youth and include abstinence from sexual relationships. We remain firmly committed to upholding these standards and to protecting and strengthening boys and young men.
The Church appreciates BSA’s reaffirmation of its commitment to “duty to God,” which includes service to others and moral behavior—central principles of our teaching to young men. As in the past, the Church will work with BSA to harmonize what Scouting has to offer with the varying needs of our young men. We trust that BSA will implement and administer the approved policy in an appropriate and effective manner.

A letter signed by the First Presidency of the Church is being sent to all Latter-day Saint congregation leaders throughout the United States. The letter will include the reaffirmation of Church policies and standards referenced in today's public statement.

Watch full video of funeral services for Sister Frances J. Monson

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:17:00 -0600

source: Newsroom.lds.org

MR says: The funeral service was lovely. For those who didn't get a chance to watch it live, the Mormon Newsroom has made a video available of the services. It is not possible to embed the video here, so be sure to visit the link below.

Performance Honors Polynesian Cultural Center's 50 Years

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:03:00 -0600

source: news.lds.org

MR says: Happy 50th to the PCC! This would have been a fun event to attend. Showcasing the cultures of the Pacific islands, more than a dozen dancers and musicians from the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, Hawaii, performed in New York City on April 30 and May 1 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the PCC.

Hosted by the United Nations Permanent Missions of Samoa and New Zealand, the PCC troupe entertained 200 international diplomats and guests on the evening of April 30 at a venue across from the U.N. campus. Twenty-one ambassadors representing the countries of Angola, Australia, Botswana, Czech Republic, Fiji, Grenada, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Libya, Maldives, Morocco, Mozambique, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Romania, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Timor L’este, Tonga, Venezuela, and Yemen attended the celebration and luau. Two U.N. under-secretary generals and several department leaders were also present.

LDS Bible film project wrapping up this week in Utah's Jerusalem

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:54:00 -0600

source: fox13now.com

MR says: Wow! Unbelievable that the project is nearly finished! In three summers, they've made almost 100 incredible short films. (Video coverage at the full link.) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is about to call it a wrap on its movie-making project in Goshen.

Filmmakers will complete their multi-year production of the New Testament this week, which offers a series of videos about the life of Jesus Christ.

In the three summers spent making the films, the LDS church has made nearly 100 short stories about the life of Christ.

Actress Savannah Stevenson plays the role of Mary, and she talked about their most recent project.

His Heroine, Frances

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:40:00 -0600

source: segullah.org/blog/

MR says: Beautiful tribute to Sister Monson. Her funeral is today at 12 noon at the Salt Lake Tabernacle, and it will also be broadcast. Click here to get a list of stations/news outlets that will broadcast it. After leaving for work last Friday, my husband sent me a brief text. “Sister Monson passed away this morning.” I was surprised. I think most of us were. The papers said after several weeks of being in the hospital, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. She was 85.

Pinning the Mormon Image: on Mormon (non)distinctiveness

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:37:00 -0600

source: juvenileinstructor.org

MR says: Interesting rundown of Mormons on Pinterest, what it looks like, and how we use it. Last September, I wrote about the Mormon “hey girl” meme as a signifier of Mormon culture. I’d like to continue in that vein today when talking about Mormon pins on Pinterest. I’m not the first JI blogger to tackle the subject of Mormons and Pinterest–if you’re unfamiliar with the concept of Pinterest, go take a look at this excellent post, outlining the functionalities of Pinterest and examining how it intersects with notions of Mormon womanhood, written by Andrea in March 2012. A quick excerpt:

The reasons for Mo-Pinning are not really a mystery. For the scrapbooking, stamping, and crafting set, Pinterest is an alternate virtual outlet for the domestic inclinations of the young Mormon mommy. Pinterest remains relatively free from conflict on divisive religious and political issues, so it also acts as an escape valve from other online forums. And for the particularly zealous LDS proselytizers, what better forum for sharing G.A. quotes, scriptures, and reminders to the world that “we really are Christians!”

LDS veterans share inspiring stories of courage, valor

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:31:00 -0600

source: deseretnews.com

MR says: The stories this man has gotten are incredibly inspiring. You can read some of them at an LDS Living feature story here: "Mortars and Miracles." The Saints at War project started in 2000 with the purpose of gathering stories of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving their country during wartime. Since then, hundreds of accounts have been submitted and published in a series of books or recounted in video documentaries.

These stories not only honor the veterans' memory and legacy of service, they have also been a source of inspiration and strength to many Latter-day Saints, said Robert Freeman, author and director of the Saints at War project.

New York Times: Hollywood Goes to Mormon Country for Good, Clean Fun

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:25:00 -0600

source: nytimes.com

MR says: Really great, substantial article about the promise of BYU's animation department--and about the message they're sharing with Hollywood to increase positive influences in film. Fun to read. Allen Ostergar stood at the front of the lecture hall with a stiff and bashful smile, or maybe it was just stage fright, and started his pitch. Open on a deadly pirate ship, he said— “the deadliest of all the pirate ships to, like, sail the seas.”

It was a Tuesday evening at Brigham Young University, in Provo, Utah, and the school’s computer-animation program had assembled its 70-odd students to choose their next project — the one film they would be producing over the next three semesters. Ostergar, a junior from Southern California, was up first.

A panning shot across the ship’s deck, he explained, would introduce the thuggish crew: two pirates take turns slugging each other in the gut. Another stands around eating habanero peppers and blowing fire. “One idea I had,” Ostergar said, “was one guy could be bench-pressing a cannon. And then it zooms out a little bit, and then there’s a bigger guy that’s bench-pressing that guy!”

Eventually the camera would zero in on the main character, Off-White Dakin. Ostergar had done an animated sequence showing the lantern-jawed pirate sitting behind a barrel — hiding.

Ultimate Summer Reading List for Kids

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:26:00 -0600

by Holly Newton
source: LDSLiving.com

MR says: Are you looking for some outstanding books for your nine and older children to enjoy throughout the summer? How about a great read-aloud book to help settle kids of all ages down for the warm summer nights? This list of new books (that includes historical fiction, fantasy, humor, science fiction and mystery) will fit your hot summer nights and days. So enjoy!

The Vine Basket

by Josanne La Valley

This book is a look inside East Turkestan that has recently been taken over by Chinese rule. A young Uyghur girl is dealing with the oppression that is taking over, and her family fears they may lose their farm. She sets out for the market where she hopes to sell enough peaches to help her family, but a tourist sees her unusual vine basket. And this stranger brings hope to her little life. The story is written so well that you are constantly pulling and hoping for the best for this girl – and her people!

Hold Fast

by Blue Balliett

This mystery is another sophisticated storyline that will keep you guessing to the end. Eleven-year-old Early lives meagerly with her little brother and parents in a one-room apartment in Chicago. But when her father, who works at the library, suddenly goes missing, and there’s a break-in at the apartment, Early and her family have to move to a homeless shelter. But Early is determined to find her father and proceeds to begin to solve this highly technical mystery.

What Came From the Stars

by Gary D. Schmidt

This book is a mixture of science fiction, fantasy and realistic fiction. A distant planet is fighting the evil forces, and in an attempt to save their most valuable possession, a glowing necklace, they throw it into space. This magical chain lands in sixth-grader Tommy's lunchbox. He proceeds to put it on and that's when amazing things begin to happen. For instance, when he begins to draw a picturesque scene of a river, the water actually flows. He finds that he has new knowledge about another planet including words that are completely foreign to him. But now a big problem exists for him: the evil forces have come to earth to reclaim this necklace.

Once Upon a Marigold, Twice Upon a Marigold and Thrice Upon a Marigold

by Jean Ferris

These are wonderful stories that read like classic fairy tales. The first book in this series begins with Christian being raised by a troll. He spies a beautiful maiden, Princess Marigold, across the river whom he instantly falls in love with. But she is already bequeathed to marry a nobleman. But when Christian learns that Marigold's life, as well as the kingdom, is in danger from the evil queen, he must save them all. The following two books in the series follow Christian and Marigold as they become king and queen against all odds.

Zebra Forest

by Adina Rishe Gewirtz

Annie and Rew, live next to zebra forest—a place filled with dark and light trees--with their elderly Granny. Annie and her little brother have always been told that their father died in a fight and the man who fought with him is in prison. But everything is about to change when someone breaks into their home and everyone in that house is about to learn something they never knew. The story has language that seems to drip with eloquence off the pages and the action is non-stop!

Who Could That Be at This Hour? (All The Wrong Questions)

by Lemony Snicket

This prequel shocases a young Lemony as he begins his investigations by attempting to locate a priceless heirloom. As he travels with an experienced investigator, the reader begins to question who actually stole the heirloom, as well as the identity of the investigator. There is so much foreshadowing and red herrings that it reads like a sophisticated Sherlock Holmes mystery written for kids.

The Not Even Once Club

by Wendy Watson Nelson

Illustrated in beautiful color, this LDS children’s picture book tells the story of a young boy named Tyler who, after moving, makes a new friend, Kyle, at church in Primary. Tyler wants to join a tree house club with his classmates, but first must make a solemn promise: he must do his best never to break the Word of Wisdom and other Church standards. Not even once.

Janitors, Book 2

by Tyler Whitesides

In this continuation of the popular Janitors series, the Rebels must hide Spencer Zumbro from the Bureau of Educational Maintenance, and sneak him, along with Daisy, to supposed safety at New Forest Academy. But even there the battle with the intelligence-draining Toxites continues, now with more on the line as Spencer attempts to uncover the true secret of New Forest Academy.

The Inventor’s Secret

by Chad Morris

In the year 2074, twins Abby and Derick enter Cragbridge Hall, a futuristic academy where students learn by hologram and simulation. When the founder of the school, Abby and Derick’s grandfather, goes missing, it’s up to them to piece together a trail of strange clues before a mysterious adversary can beat them to figuring out their grandfather’s greatest secret.

Just Asking: T.C. Christensen

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:20:00 -0600

by LDS Living Staff
source: LDSLiving.com

MR says: We got a chance to chat with T.C. Christensen, the director of the new film Ephraim's Rescue. Here's what he had to say about everything from around-the-house projects to why he makes movies.

What inspired you to become a filmmaker?

My high school aptitude test came back saying that what I would be most suited for was to be a candy wrapper. As fulfilling as that job may have been, I had already decided years earlier to work in the film industry. Watching my Dad film home movies fascinated me. Plus, pretty much the rest of my family works in the medical field, and I knew I wasn't smart enough to do that so I'd better find something else!

How do you find the stories you make into movies and decide what projects to work on?

Our stories come from various sources: research, referrals, family stories. I put a lot of thought into choosing a project. A feature film for me pretty much takes up 2-3 years and ultimately, it's the story that makes or breaks a film, so I try not to just jump into a project without really thinking it through.

How did the focus on LDS filmmaking come about? Did it come to you, or was it a genre you specifically sought out?

The truth is that only about 30 percent of what I do results in LDS films, but it is the area I have found to be the most rewarding. As members of the Church we have such a great heritage. I find the stories that have been left to us to be amazing and inspiring AND they have been the best stories that I have been able to find. If it's the best story, it's the best choice for a film.

When you’re not working on a film, what do you enjoy doing?

As my wife will attest, I don't do much else. I don't mow the lawn, I don’t know how to fix things, I can't even shut a drawer all the way. I'm pretty much always either away at work or home at work.

In 2010, you were invited to join the American Society of Cinematographers, an elite group of around 330 members. What was that experience like for you?

Being invited into the A.S.C. is still surreal for me. As part of the process to get in, I was interviewed by an amazing group of cinematographers and for some unknown reason, they left a crack open in the door and I ran through it like a rat sneaking into the house. I honestly don't deserve it, but I'm not giving it back!

Oftentimes your movies contain scenes that can be very spiritual. How do you handle shooting moments like that?

The scenes you refer to are the culmination of many hours of thought and pre-production . . . trying to write the scene in a way that I feel will convey the spirit of what happened and convey deep meaning to viewers . . . casting actors who have the depth to pull it off and a terrific crew that executes and adds to my ideas . . . then having a great editor (my son Tanner) who can see through all of my mistakes and find the jewels to string together to make the most out of the footage.

Many of your films have been historical works with narratives, like 17 Miracles. What is your philosophy on the line between historical fiction and reality in your storytelling?

With any of those films you are referring to, I am very consciously NOT making a documentary. I am making a film BASED on history. Though we in the Church have more journals and written history than most cultures, they still tend to be very thin when it comes down to fleshing out a character and writing dialogue. I am committed to being true to the incidents we portray but feel justified in taking license to fill in the blanks. That includes my feeble attempts to add humor. Though the people we portray in our films have lived amazing and exemplary lives, they didn't live their lives like a movie script. So I try to frame the events in a way that tells a story that will be satisfying to the audience.

What advice would you give to aspiring filmmakers?

I recently read that there are more students in film school in the U.S. than there are in medical school. That means there is a lot of competition out there for not that many positions in the world of film. The good news for any wannabe is that there's always room at the top, and if a student has some talent and is willing to work hard, they can make it. As in most professions and in life, hard work trumps talent almost every time.

How do you want people to remember you—in your career and in your life in general?

I would like to remembered as a skinny, handsome man with a full head of hair, but since that is very unlikely to happen (that dang thing called reality), I'd settle for being remembered as a good husband, dad, and having the rare potential of being a really great candy wrapper.

What’s next for you? Any projects already lined up after Ephraim’s Rescue?

I keep busy doing commercials and other film projects but for my next film, I have a few ideas but I'm trying to concentrate on Ephraim's Rescue for the next few months to make sure it's the best I can make it. Oh yes, and there is that project I’m ALWAYS working on . . . learning how to shut a drawer.

Watch the trailer for Ephraim's Rescue below and don't miss out when it comes to theaters next week!

Butch Cassidy, a Mormon?

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0600

by Kelsey Berteaux
source: LDSLiving.com

MR says: Butch Cassidy is arguably one of the most infamous bandits of the Old West. His lucrative heists, daring schemes of tactical brilliance many years ahead of their time, wrested hundreds of thousands of dollars from banks, trains, and businesses—equivalent to multi-millions today. Only caught once on a charge of horse theft for which he served 18 months in jail, the wildly successful Cassidy earned himself such fame that pop culture today still knows his name. And he was a Mormon.

Photo from Wikipedia

A Mormon outlaw? It seems like it should be an oxymoron. Latter-day Saints take pride in being honest, true, chaste, benevolent, and virtuous, and in obeying, honoring, and sustaining the law. Cassidy may have struggled with that last bit, but small things in his mild manner like a commitment not to drink alcohol or gamble ring familiar to practicing Mormons. He may have left the Church, but the influence of his Mormon upbringing never completely left him.

Born in 1866 in Beaver, Utah, as Robert LeRoy Parker to pioneers Maximillian Parker and Ann Campbell Gillies, Cassidy came from faithful Mormon stock. It is likely he was baptized into the Church at the age of 8, but by the time the time he was 13, he had stopped attending almost entirely. The posited reasons for his decline in faith range from blaming the example of his father who also only attended meetings sporadically to a brush he had with the law where he was unjustly accused and treated poorly by officials. Certainly, though, it was the influence of his friend and mentor Mike Cassidy that played the largest role. Whatever all the contributing factors were, Robert changed his name to protect his family and left home at 18 to become one of the most well-known bandits in the Old West.

But in between his famous train heists and bank robberies, Cassidy was an upstanding if unorthodox man. In one instance, he heard of a farmer facing foreclosure and graciously paid off the mortgage, delivering the deed to the man. The next day, he robbed the same bank for the exact amount he’d paid to get his money back. On another occasion, he recovered a horse stolen from 16-year-old Harry Ogden, who had spent his life savings on the animal. After confirming he had retrieved the correct steed, Cassidy ordered the bandit to leave the country, because there was no room for people who would harm a young boy.

Stories like these earned Cassidy the distinction of being a gentleman bandit and Robin Hood, a role with which he readily identified. Cassidy himself once wrote, “The best way to hurt them [those who take advantage of the poor] is through their pocket book. They will holler louder than if you cut off both legs. I steal their money just to hear them holler. Then I pass it out among those who really need it.” One of Cassidy’s known criminal associates, Matt “The Mormon Kid” Warner, described him as “a good-natured outlaw.” Commenting further, he added, “Though he was a dead-shot, Butch didn’t like pulling the trigger . . . . He was revered even among lawmen.” Indeed, throughout his lengthy career in the United States, Cassidy befriended many deputies and went to great lengths to avoid killing.

After fleeing to South America with longtime partner Harry “The Sundance Kid” Longabaugh, Cassidy tried to start a reputable ranch, but when times got tough he turned back to banditry to make ends meet. It is believed that he died in the spectacular Bolivian shootout depicted in the 1969 Robert Redford film, though there are many claims that he faked his death. Whether or not he died there remains a hotly contested debate to this day, but one thing we know for certain: despite his chosen profession and the vicious stereotypes associated with it, he was a man with his own moral code who was deeply affected by his heritage.

Read more about Butch Cassidy and other infamous Mormon bandits in Butch Cassidy and Other Mormon Outlaws of the Old West by Kathryn Jenkins Gordon.

Children’s Videos Now Downloadable from LDS.org

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:16:00 -0600

source: news.lds.org

MR says: These "One in a Million" videos are pretty great. Teachers and parents can now download hundreds of videos for children at friend.lds.org to show in the classroom or at home.

Videos available for download include the One in a Million videos about Primary children around the world, Scripture Stories, For Little Friends, Matt and Mandy, music videos, ASL Primary songs, and other videos for children.

Viral Music Video: "She's Goin' on a Mission"

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:10:00 -0600

source: youtube.com

MR says: A tongue-in-cheek song about the boys getting left behind after the change in missionary age. In just two days, it's become pretty popular.

The band members have been careful to say they totally support the sisters--it's just that now the tables are turned, and in all likelihood, "Instead of Dear Johns, we’re going to start Dear Janing them.” Read more about the band at Fox13News.com.

LDS Temples 101: a guide to understanding us Mormon folk and our love of the Temple

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:06:00 -0600

source: mormonmommyblogs.blogspot.com

MR says: Simple and straightforward explanation of the temple. "5 days until I receive my endowments and I get sealed to my parents. Holy hurry up batman!"

When I posted this on Facebook, I received a lot of questions, because my friends didn't know what I was talking about. That's when I realized, I'm totally posting in "Mormon-Speak".

Because I want everyone to share in my excitement, I've decided to break it down, and try and explain what all the hoopidy-doo is about!

When I get my endowments, I'll be making my first trip ever to the Temple. See, us Mormon folk have two main buildings that we use. We have our "meeting houses" which is the building we go to every Sunday for our church service (just like all the other Christians out there). Anyone and everyone can go to this building! It also is where we do our activities like sports, fellowshipping events, etc.

College football coach called as Mormon bishop in Louisiana

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:01:00 -0600

source: www.deseretnews.com/blogs

MR says: This will be one very busy man--but one who gets lots of blessings, I'm sure! An assistant college football coach has been called to serve as the leader of a congregation in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Louisiana.

Justin Anderson, 35, a wide receivers coach at Nicholls State University since 2010, will serve as the bishop of an LDS ward in the Houma-Thibodaux area.

Skyping Missionaries for High Tech Tender Moments

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:46:00 -0600

source: middle-agedmormonman.blogspot.com

MR says: This is such a cool new allowance for missionaries to be able to Skype. Twenty years ago, could you have imagined it would be a reality today? In the run up to Mother's Day, I was a bit outspoken about taking care of our wives and mothers. It made for interesting conversation, and added pressure on me - because my EC reads my blog. (Which has helped fine-tune her eye-rolling and head shaking skills.)

I think I did a decent enough job. You doubt? OK, I'll ask.

Me: Honey? Did I do OK on Mother's Day? I put myself out on a limb with all my preaching...

EC: Yes, you did great. It was a wonderful day.
Me: Anything else?
EC: You aren't typing my exact words...?
Me: Yes.
EC: Just make it up - you know what I would say.
Me: No. That wouldn't be honest. (exuding self-righteousness)
EC: Fine. It was an especially hard day for me because it was the first without my mom, and you and the kids focused on me so much and took such good care of me that I didn't have much time to think about it.

Tah-dah! Success. But if I dig deep and look at Mother's Day objectively, I know that whatever I did had less impact that one 40 minute chunk of the day.

Yep, we got to Skype with our missionary - and that gave my EC joy.

Website lets members 'create' to share the gospel

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:40:00 -0600

source: deseretnews.com

MR says: You know all those beautiful photos taking up space on your hard drive? Now you can use them to help share the gospel. The typical responsibilities associated with the word "missionary" include young men and women spending days biking to appointments with members and investigators and long months away from home.

However, modern technology makes it possible for members who aren't serving missions to serve from their own homes. The LDS Church leaders invite members to share the gospel by sharing their talents through the "Create and Share your Media Talents" section on lds.org.

Is the Sabbath still relevant?

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:36:00 -0600

source: deseretnews.com

MR says: Always an interesting topic for discussion, that seems to change with families as they grow. How do you approach the Sabbath? Once upon a time, in a little land called America, the Sabbath was a day of rest. Shops closed. Church bells rang. Girls in white stockings and patent-leather shoes and boys with slicked-down hair and stiff white collars marched off to church with their parents.

Sometimes they went to church twice a day. Afternoons were reserved for family dinners and Bible study.

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Butch Cassidy, a Mormon?

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College football coach called as Mormon bishop in Louisiana

Skyping Missionaries for High Tech Tender Moments

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