Mormonism For Dummies

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John Wiley & Sons, Mar 4, 2011 - Religion - 384 pages
Get the facts on temples, tithing, missions, and caffeine

Mormon doctrines, rituals, and history, demystified at last!

Mormonism, or the LDS Church, is one of the world's fastest growing religions. But unless you were raised a Mormon, you probably don't have a clear picture of LDS beliefs and practices. Covering everything from Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon to tithing and family home evening, this friendly guide will get you up to speed in no time.

Discover:
* How the LDS Church differs from other Christian churches
* What Mormons believe
* What happens in Mormon temples and meetinghouses
* The history of the LDS Church
* LDS debates on race, women, and polygamy
 

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Contents

Title
A New World Religion
The Mormon Plan of Salvation
Heavenly Parents Savior and Holy Ghost
Restoring the Priesthood and the Church
Together Forever The Eternal Importance of Family
Eternal Rituals and Endless Meetings
Sacred Not Secret Inside Mormon Temples
Moving on to Utah with Brigham Young
Building the Kingdom in Utah
Mormonism in Transition
Called to Serve Missionaries and International Growth
HotButton Issues for Mormons
Sacrificing on Earth to Receive Blessings in Heaven
Connecting with God and Each Other
In the World but Not of the World

In and around Church Headquarters
The Bible and the Book of Mormon
Mormonisms Other Scriptures
Searching for a Home
Ten Famous Mormons
Quick Answers to Ten Common Questions About
Ten Mormon Places to Visit
Salt Lake City Utah

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About the author (2011)

Jana Riess, PhD, has a doctorate in American religious history and is religion book review editor at Publishers Weekly. Christopher Kimball Bigelow is a writer and editor. Both are Mormons.

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