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Missionaries
LDS Mission Network
This alumni directory contains sites for the 300-plus Mormon missions currently taking place in 162 countries, including the Munich, Germany mission seen in GET THE FIRE!
God’s Army: Mormon Missionaries
Elders and former Mormon missionaries speak about “the greatest work in the world” in this cover story from Religion & Ethics Newsweekly.
The Unauthorized Investigator’s Guide to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Ex-Mormon Roger Loomis’s firsthand accounts of missionary training experiences and post-missionary life. Read passages from The Missionary Handbook and the famous pamphlet “Lock Your Heart” and get a lesson in how to treat missionaries kindly.
Mormonism
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The official site of the LDS Church. Visit the gospel library, search the articles database and take a virtual visit to Mormon temples around the world.
The Mormons
A panel of Mormons including a LDS Church Elder, a Brigham Young University professor, “an ideal Mormon family,” football star Steve Young and Church President Gordon B. Hinckley discuss Mormon history and culture.
American Prophet: The Story of Joseph Smith
The online home to the PBS documentary, American Prophet tells the story of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Mormon Church. Learn about Smith’s life, teachings, prophecies and martyrdom.
Faith in Transition: Mormon Journey
In celebration of the journey’s 150th anniversary, hundreds of Mormons retraced the original “Mormon Trail” that believers took from Illinois to Salt Lake City in 1847. View a transcript from the news report or listen to it with RealAudio.
Official Information about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Serving as an introduction to the LDS Church, this site features literature for families and curious individuals on Church policy, the nature of God and the purpose of life. Send an e-card or download a video.
Challenging Mormonism
The Mormon-Evangelical Divide
Christianity Today’s list of the beliefs that set Mormonism apart from evangelical Christianity.
Mormonism Research Ministry
MRM is an evangelical Christian ministry that has been challenging the LDS Church since 1979. Check out “Behind the Zion Curtain” and flip through the photo album.
The Mormon Women’s Forum
The Forum questions gender equities within the Mormon Church and promotes open discussion about Church practices. Get a brief history of Mormon feminism.
A Guide to Controversial Mormon Resources on the Internet
Browse pictures, historical documents and articles about controversial Mormon topics such as polygamy and race.
The Foundation for Apologetic Information and Research
This nonprofit organization responds to issues raised by critics of the LDS church. The site includes a topical guide, online bookstore and message boards.
Ex-Mormons
Recovery from Mormonism
Packed with info, this resource for questioning Mormons and ex-Mormons contains hundreds of personal stories, a step-by-step guide to leaving the Church and support in the transition process.
The ExMormon Foundation
Dedicated to helping those who are leaving or who have already left the LDS Church, the Foundation’s Web site features links and personal essays.
Salamander Society
“A non-profit organization dedicated to the provocative exhibition of Mormon art, culture, history and current affairs.” Read a talk by famous ex-Mormon Sandra Tanner, who founded the Utah Lighthouse Ministry with her husband Jerald.
Affirmation: Gay and Lesbian Mormons
Offering a supportive environment for LDS gays and lesbians, this organization provides news, essays and coming out stories.
Post-Mormons.com
“A growing community of individuals who are at various stages in the difficult journey of transcending Mormonism.” Find support groups, articles and technical papers.
SOURCES
The following resource materials were used to create the GET THE FIRE! Web site:
THE CHURCH
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Richard Stellway, “The Mormon Church: Organization and Operation of an International Organization”
Benson Bobrick, “The Gospel According to Joseph Smith,” The New York Times, August 18, 2002
THE MISSION
The Program
Spencer J. Condie, “Missionary Life”
The Call
LDS Mission Network
LDS Missionary Training Center
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Richard O. Cowan, “Missionary Training Centers”
A Day in the Life
LDS Mission Network
LDS Missionary Training Center
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Spencer J.Condie, “Missionary Life”
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