Category Archives: Gordon B. Hinckley

Mormon Church does not apologize.

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Sharon Lindbloom

Mormon apostle Dallin Oaks caused quite a stir in late January. In an interview related to the Church’s news conference on LGBT issues and religious discrimination, Mr. Oaks expressed his view that apologizing for the Church’s “harsh rhetoric of the … Continue reading →

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So why is abortion a sin?

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Bill McKeever

The following blog article originally posted at Mormon Coffee on January 1, 2008. We repost it today, on the 42nd anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. Statistics have been updated. —————— January 22, marks the 42nd anniversary of the infamous Rose vs. Wade … Continue reading →

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Mormonism, the Bible, and God the Father

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Sharon Lindbloom

The January 2014 Ensign magazine includes an edited version of a General Conference talk given in 1986 by (now deceased) Gordon B. Hinckley of Mormonism’s First Presidency. The 2014 “Gospel Classic” is titled, “The Divine Godhead.” In it Mr. Hinckley … Continue reading →

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A Mormon Prophet’s Gratitude at Christmas

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Sharon Lindbloom

Earlier this week Eric Johnson posted a poem here on Mormon Coffee titled “The Gift.” I venture to say that gifts of all kinds are on our minds this week. With the idea of gifts also (hopefully!) comes an attitude … Continue reading →

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Murder Among Mormons

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Sharon Lindbloom

“On October 15, 1985, a pipe bomb wrapped with nails exploded in the hands of Steve Christensen, a young Salt Lake City businessman. Two hours later, a similar bomb shattered the calm of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of the … Continue reading →

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“We relied on the integrity of Mr. Hofmann…”

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Sharon Lindbloom

Looking through my files pertaining to “This Day in Mormon History” I came across this for January 14th.: 1983 – Mark Hofmann sold the [LDS] Church, through the agency of Gordon B. Hinckley, a forged letter from Joseph Smith to … Continue reading →

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Prophet Counsels Against Being “Unequally Yoked”

Posted on January 19, 2007 by Sharon Lindbloom

During the Priesthood Session of last September/October’s General Conference, LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley spoke to the men and boys of the Church, urging them to be worthy of the LDS priesthood. President Hinckley instructed them to shun unclean thoughts, … Continue reading →

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Addition or Attrition?

Posted on November 2, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

As I mentioned in a previous post, LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley is fond of inviting people of other faiths to come to the Mormon Church. He often suggests something like this: “We recognize the good in all churches. We … Continue reading →

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Inviting Non-Mormons: Bring the Good With You

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley is gracious toward people of other faiths. In his October First Presidency Message, written primarily to new members of the LDS Church, President Hinckley wrote: …there are many good people in other churches. There is … Continue reading →

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Personal Worthiness Required

Posted on October 10, 2006 by Sharon Lindbloom

At the LDS Church’s most recent General Conference held in Salt Lake City a little over a week ago, Elaine Dalton took the stand. Directing her remarks to the general membership of the Church, Mrs. Dalton delivered a talk she … Continue reading →

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