Hi, I'm Ginney

I grew up in Texas. I love being a mom. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I am Mom to six children ages 1-12. I finished my computer science degree right before my first child was born. I enjoy putting it to good use teaching my children. My husband and I love to read and play games. We are just starting to learn how to camp with our big family!

Why I am a Mormon

I have been a Mormon all my life. Around the age of 14, I began to want to know for myself if what I'd been taught was true. I read from the Doctrine and Covenants for a scripture study class. I remember praying and having such a good feeling and confirmation that I was doing what was right and that what I was reading was from God. I have prayed many times with questions and my faith and knowledge have increased over and over. I know that Jesus Christ is my Savior and Redeemer. I am so grateful that even though we are not perfect, He has given us a way to return to our Father in Heaven through repentance. Knowing that has blessed my life and given me hope. He helps me to be a better mother and to pull through the hardest times without fail. That is why I am a Mormon.

Personal Stories

Please explain the part prayer plays in your life?

Our family prays together every morning and night and over meals. Personally, I turn to the Lord many times a day. I have prayed to Him in thanksgiving for blessings He gives. I pray when I need guidance for big choices. I pray for strength, and courage. I pray for help to find things I've lost. It's such a simple thing, but the way He has answered my prayers to help me find little things like shoes, a belt, or keys helps me to know that He is always looking out for us and willing to help us in our lives. It has made me feel like I have a more personal relationship with Him and know that He loves me.

How I live my faith

I teach my children about Jesus Christ and how much their Heavenly Father loves them. I serve in the church by helping to coordinate organized visits to all the women members in the area. This helps us find ways to help each other and become friends.

Can you tell me about Mormon customs: how you dress for church, what holidays you celebrate, etc.?

Ginney answered...

We like to dress in what we call "Sunday Best" for church. It isn't flashy or a fashion show, but we try to dress nicely to show respect for Heavenly Father. That means wearing our best, rather than trying to dress up as nicely as someone else. My husband wears a white shirt and tie with slacks. When the weather is cool enough, he prefers to wear his suit. I usually wear a skirt or a dress.

We celebrate many Holidays. Some are sacred to us like Christmas and Easter, others are just for fun to mark the time of the year or comemmorate events.
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Graeme answered...

Mormon customs throughout the world do not vary widely. In fact in my travels around the world, the church is one big family which welcomes you as one of their own. Most of the major national and Christian holidays are celebrated Christmas, Easter, New Years when ever oit occurs, and nation's founding, and personal birthdays. Mormons dress up for Sunday services. When traveling, casual, modest clothing is normal. For other activities, any modest attire is acceptable. There are occasional "theme" activities with approprite dress.

How can we increase our faith in Jesus Christ?

Jason answered...

Simply by trying to. If you have a desire to increase your faith in Jesus Christ, try to do it. Start by praying. Read his words in the Bible. Try to put them into practice. For example, he told us to "love one another." Try and follow that teaching. Be nice to others, help people who might have less than you, smile... As you do so, you will notice a change come over you. You might feel more peace in your life, a calm enter your mind, or a warm feeling that seems to say you're doing the right thing. These things help you realize your faith is growing. Faith is an action word. If you put action behind your belief, I have found that it will grow.