Monthly Archives: July 2006

Turbulent Times

Posted on July 28, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

On June 23rd the current LDS Prophet, Gordon B. Hinckley, celebrated his 96th birthday. One element of the festivities included breaking ground for a new building on the campus of Brigham Young University; a building to be named in honor … Continue reading →

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Mormonism: Depressing

Posted on July 26, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

Utah has the unfortunate reputation of being “the runaway leader in antidepressant use.” In February of 2002 the Los Angeles Times reported the findings of a study which showed Antidepressant drugs are prescribed in Utah more often than in any … Continue reading →

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Mormon Pioneers and Little Lambs

Posted on July 24, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

Today is Pioneer Day in Utah. Each July 24th the residents of Utah celebrate the “Days of ’47″ commemorating Brigham Young’s 1847 arrival in the Great Salt Lake valley. This holiday is a big deal; a state holiday with parades, … Continue reading →

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American Bigotry Toward Mormons

Posted on July 20, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

It’s been in the news a lot these past months. Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney may seek the Republican nomination for President of the United States. But he has a huge hurdle to overcome: his membership in The Church of Jesus … Continue reading →

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Mormonism and Spiritual Experience

Posted on July 18, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

A couple of weeks ago (July 8th) LDS Deseret News printed a column by staff writer Jerry Johnston. He told this story: Not long ago I was visiting a woman from Mexico who had been praying about joining my own … Continue reading →

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