Hi, I'm Keely Marie

I'm a Mormon.

About Me

Having a book in my hands, or watching a pieces come together to form a quilt are my favorite things. I'm not big on yard work (thank heavens for friends and family who help out!) so its good I have a small yard. I work in telecommunications, taking 911 calls and dispatching police officers, sheriff deputies, or firemen (not all at once!! We rotate positions daily). I'm mostly quiet and prefer the company of my dogs to going out and partying. I enjoy simple moments with my friends. I love my life.

Why I am a Mormon

I am a Mormon because . . .
. . . there is a spirit of peace and happiness that comes from living the gospel.
. . . having a Prophet who lives today and gives guidance and counsel on how to survive in today's society, brings comfort and security no matter what's on the news in the evening.
. . . the gospel of Jesus Christ gives me a framework which helps guide me in making decisions.

Personal Stories

Could you talk about your baptism?

When the missionaries from the church first knocked on my door, I was impressed by how clean cut and happy they were and even more impressed when I found out they were only 19 and 20. As they taught me the gospel, I could see in them something special. At the time, I couldn't explain it, just that they had something in their lives which made them happier and better young men. When they asked if I would be baptized I said yes right away. I knew that I wanted whatever it was that they had. I didn't understand everything then and I still don't. What I did know was that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints had something extra that I hadn't found elsewhere. They had knowledge. The missionaries taught me clearly that God is my Heavenly Father. They taught me that His Son is Jesus the Christ, who is my Savior. They told me of a modern day prophet. I love knowing that we have a prophet today to lead us, just as God's people in the scriptures had a prophet. I know that being baptized, accepting the gospel and Jesus Christ into my life, was the best decision I have ever made. My life is not easier, but it is better because I have the strength of the Lord on my side.

How I live my faith

I would say that I don't live my faith in a big way. I live my faith in the small ways. Saying prayers for myself and others daily. Making sure I read the scriptures so I can hear the word of God. Being an example at work by not cussing or degrading other people. Telling my friends and family I love them every time we part. Being patient with everyone (including staying in the slowest line at the grocery store while they are training a new cashier). Choosing an uplifting movie rather than one that is vulgar or too graphic. It's the little decisions on a daily basis that defines what my faith is.

What is the First Vision?

Keely Marie answered...

The First Vision is an answer to prayer. Joseph Smith wanted to join a church, but there were so many and they all taught the same scriptures slightly differently. He prayed to know which church to join. During the prayer, Heavenly Father answered Joseph by telling him to listen to His Son, Jesus Christ. Joseph was told that none of the churches he had been praying about had all of the truth. As a result of this vision, Joseph Smith was given the knowledge and power from Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ to restore The Church of Jesus Christ on Earth today.
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What do Mormons believe about family?

Bradley. answered...

The family is a key component to support us in God's plan for gaining immortality and eternal life. All of God's children (all the inhabitants that lived, are living, and will live on Earth) are inseperably connected to each other, both (physically) by our Earthly families and (spiritually) by our Heavenly Father.

Families help us to understand our divine heritage. In this, life takes on purpose and meaning. Our immortal spirits were created by our Heavenly Father before Earthly existance, and we are directly connected to Him in this way. As a spiritual family, our collective purpose on Earth is to follow the commandments of God that lead us to live in heaven with Him again.

Our spirits need to progress, learn, and grow. In order to achieve that, Earthly existance was created as our test. Our Heavenly Father knew that being exposed to opposing forces on Earth was the only way for us to gain knowledge and wisdom.

However, we will not always choose righteousness, and so our Savior, Jesus Christ, is that great mediator to pay the debt of our mistakes. He is the only way by which we can be saved from our sins and transgressions. He is the ultimate example by which direction we need to live our lives. With the support of our earthly kin, we can learn from each other, serve each other, and strengthen our mortal weaknesses by being disciples of Christ. Our families are a gift from God, and we can be together forever.