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This is so interesting!  Well researched and factual!   Why Did Emma Smith Remain in Nauvoo after the Death of Joseph Smith? By  Book of Mormon Central  · November 30, 2021 View the article  on Book of Mormon Central . “And the office of thy calling shall be for a comfort unto my servant, Joseph Smith, Jun., thy husband, in his afflictions, with consoling words, in the spirit of meekness. And thou shalt go with him at the time of his going.” Doctrine and Covenants 25:5–6 The Know Emma Smith was one of the most important leaders in the early Church. As a newlywed of less than a year, she was present at the Hill Cumorah when Joseph Smith received the gold plates from the angel Moroni on September 22, 1827. She was one of the earliest scribes of the Book of Mormon translation and left behind a significant historical record that broadens our understanding of how and when the translation of the Book of Mormon occurred. Devoted to her husband and to her faith, Emma wa...

 I subscribe (free) to Book of Mormon Central, which has daily inspiring thoughts, and helps in following "Come Follow Me".  Today I want to share with you their message for today, October 12th, Columbus Day.  I know I have done a blog on Columbus, you can access under "Labels".  First I want to show a picture I took yesterday after Church.  I saw this beautiful Sunflower growing between two pieces of cement on an overpass leading to the freeway!  I think it shows resiliency, tenacity, and an ability to blossom even under difficult circumstances.  We need to be like this!  I'll be gone a week, but will do a blog next week about Chapter 3, in Matthew chapters 5 to 7. Book of Mormon Central   via  aweber.com  6:04 AM (7 hours ago) to  me "Come, Follow Me" Reading Plan: Monday, 10/12 Paralee,    Structure your personal scripture study by following a multimedia, day by day plan. Each day's assignment includes the required...

This article I saved from last Monday is truly inspiring and helpful! A Step-by-Step Guide to Help Make Home-Centered Church Easier During the Coronavirus By  Book of Mormon Central  · March 16, 2020 View the article  on Book of Mormon Central . Because The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has  temporarily suspended all church meetings , we would love to offer a few suggestions on how you can better worship as individuals and families at home. We are grateful to have a prophet of God on the earth today to lead, guide, and prepare disciples of Jesus Christ. In the  October 2018 General Conference , President Nelson prophetically announced “For many years, Church leaders have been working on an integrated curriculum to strengthen families and individuals through a  home-centered  and  Church-supported  plan to learn doctrine, strengthen faith, and foster greater personal worship.” The call for home...

I returned from a cruise with staff of The Book of Mormon Central, just before Christmas!  I loved it, and learned so much about it!   They have so many helps to study The Book of Mormon, and this is a beginning.  We are beginning with the Title page, and Introductory pages.   I hope you enjoy the entries from The Book of Mormon Central, and go to their website, and start getting their helps on your own e mail! SCRIPTURE STUDY 7 Short Videos to Kick Off Your Book of Mormon Come Follow Me Study By Book of Mormon Central  January 1, 2020 View this post  on Book of Mormon Central . The Come Follow Me curriculum for this year is covering the Book of Mormon. Fortunately, Book of Mormon Central has produced a massive amount of content that can help individuals dive deeper into the Book of Mormon. This content includes over 500 videos which are featured on our  YouTube channel  and included  in our scripture app ca...

Here is a beautiful article in Meridian Magazine, that will help you have the true spirit of Easter, and the Resurrection and Atonement of our Savior, Jesus Christ. 6 Ways to Prepare your Heart for Easter By  Book of Mormon Central  · April 14, 2019 Sign up for Meridian’s Free Newsletter, please  CLICK HERE View the article  on Book of Mormon Central .  Easter is the most important holiday of the year. While Christmas often gets a lot of focus, Christmas is only the beginning of the story of Jesus Christ. The final week of Jesus Christ’s life, often referred to as “Holy Week,” is the pinnacle of the ministry of Jesus Christ and the climax of the entire Plan of Salvation. Easter is the perfect time of year for Latter-day Saints and Christians all over the world to reflect upon the life, Atonement, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. More importantly, it is a time for everyone to reflect upon their own lives and recommit to living...