Hi, I'm Aaron

I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life and I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I am a father of two young boys and married to an incredible woman. I have a BS in Psychology and I am fond of trivia in all forms. Some of my hobbies include running and playing guitar. Recently I received my commission as an officer in the US Army.

Why I am a Mormon

Since reading the Book of Mormon as a teen I have come to know a peace in my life that I hadn't before. Living the standards taught by the LDS Church strengthens my resolve to be better and gives me a clearer perspective when facing challenges and trials that life seems to constantly offer me. My testimony is that we have a loving Heavenly Father and a loving Savior, Jesus Christ. I know that the Father and the Son appeared to Joseph Smith to restore The Church of Jesus Christ. My testimony is the result of sincere prayer and diligent study of the Book of Mormon and I testify that it is true.

Personal Stories

Can you talk about the missions of the Church and your participation in them?

I served as a missionary in the Philippines from June 2005-07. I gained a love for the people and their culture. The experiences I had were both challenging and interesting. I talked to people everyday who had seen struggles I will never face and it inspired me. Through hard work and faith, we, my companions and I, saw miracles. The miracles we encountered were mostly the drastic changes people made in their lives to live in harmony with true principles we had taught. My mission was unlike anything and it made me a better person.

How I live my faith

In my home, we make reading and praying together a priority. Having been here and there for Army training and schools I attend available meetings whenever possible. I help out as needed, usually by offering a prayer or setting up chairs and classrooms for teaching. Mostly, I strive to live a good life and inspire those around me. Occasionally, fellow soldiers have accompanied me to Church services.

How can I know Mormonism is true?

Aaron answered...

I came to know it is true by reading the Book of Mormon. I pondered what I read for a good while and then prayed to know if it is true. Through the indescribable feelings I had I can say without reservation that what I had read is true. You will feel the Holy Ghost in your heart and mind. You will feel peace, love, and gentleness.
Ian answered...

Live it. If you can commit to yourself and God to give all you have to discovering for yourself if the church is true through living the principles taught and asking God, in the name of Christ, to reveal the truth to you, I can give you my personal witness you will feel in your heart the comforting reassurance that you have found the truth. Moroni 10:3-5

Are there restrictions based on race or color concerning who can join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and have the priesthood?

Jeff answered...

Of course not! It really doesn't matter where you are from or what color your skin is. The only things that matter are the content of your character. If you are worth to be baptized and live the gospel according to it's principles, then you are worthy to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Official Declaration 2, found in the Doctrine and Covenants, states "Every faithful, worthy man in the Church may receive the holy priesthood, with power to exercise its divine authority, and enjoy with his loved ones every blessing that flows therefrom, including the blessings of the temple. Accordingly, all worthy male members of the Church may be ordained to the priesthood without regard for race or color.” As long as you are worthy, you can be any nationality.