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Who did you bring with you?

~Andrew Mair About two years ago, I assisted our local missionaries with teaching and befriending the husband of one of our ward’s devoted sisters. I will call him Jim. Jim and I have become extremely close. Due to an age…

Andrew J. MairJuly 23, 2019

Church Callings Humor

I miss the Ward Activities Coordinator

Ever since the official "Ward Activities Coordinator" calling was axed in 2011, you may find yourself being asked to plan a ward activity. Here are a few creative Ward Activities I've been apart of: 1. Ward Sock Hop, complete with…

Richie TAugust 5, 2014

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How To Get Released From Your Calling in 6 Easy Steps!

Frequently in our church, we are asked to "magnify" our callings. If you're unfamiliar with that term, just think of how a magnifying glass makes things appear bigger to those who look into it. Applying that same concept to your…

Richie TAugust 4, 2014

Church Callings Humor

Mormon Lingo: Summer Edition

We're a worldwide church, it's true. But even if you're a native English speaker in Utah, you may find these Mormons using words and phrases not presently part of your vernacular. Your friends here at the Cultural Hall have…

Richie TJune 17, 2014

Church Callings

What Mormons Don’t Do: Asking to Be Released

I have always understood that there are some things you just don't do in the LDS faith. One of which is going to your bishop and saying, "Hey, I need a different calling." But that didn't stop me from doing…

Richie TFebruary 8, 2014