Hi, I'm Leslie

I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I'm a Christian woman living in the South with my husband and three loving children. I lead a happy life, spending time with my little ones, volunteering at their schools, laughing with my husband, and serving my community here in Texas. I love reading, rainstorms, hugging my kids, going on vacation pretty much anywhere, and Mexican food. I owe all of my happiness and optimistic disposition to my family, my faith, and my Lord, Jesus Christ.

Why I am a Mormon

I was raised as a Mormon, but now that I am an adult, being Mormon is definitely a choice that I have made, and continue to make every day. I am a Mormon because I know that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon. I know that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is God's church on the earth today, and since these truths are undeniable to me because of the experiences I have had, I am devoted to my religion. I am a Mormon because being one makes me happy, helps me teach my children, and helps me understand God's love for me and everyone around me.

Personal Stories

Why do Mormons do family history or genealogy work?

We do genealogy work because we believe that our ancestors need to hear the gospel of Jesus Christ in order to gain eternal life after death. By collecting and researching ancestors' names and by performing ordinances for them in our temples, we believe we are assisting them in reaching exaltation.
I personally LOVE to do family history work. I have learned so much about my ancestors and my living relatives by researching their lives, their locations, and their families, that I feel as if I have come to know them. They are a part of me, and I feel that by learning about them and recording their life stories, I am paying them respect and helping their legacies to grow. None of us wants to be forgotten. As Mormons, we believe that our family relationships can be eternal. I want to be with my own children forever, and I believe that I can be with my ancestors forever, too. I'd just like to know who they are before we get there.

How I live my faith

I serve as the "Primary President" in my congregation here in Texas. This means that I am blessed to be the leader over the children who are twelve and under in my congregation. I feel so lucky to know them all. Each child is precious in God's sight, and in mine as well. Sure, they may drive us all a little crazy sometimes, but the purity of their faith and their belief in Jesus Christ and all that He has done for them is endlessly inspiring.
I work really hard to help them feel God's love, to recognize it in their every day lives, and to help their friends feel it, too. I know that their lives are going to be filled with challenges that will demand faith and gumption to endure, and though I'm a little scared for them, I am also confident that they are strong enough and have faith enough to do the right thing.
Of course, I learn those same lessons even as I teach them. It's a win-win.

Do you really believe there is a prophet like Moses alive today?

Leslie answered...

I definitely believe that we have a prophet today that speaks with God and communicates God's messages to us. I think that God loves people from all times equally, and that we need a prophet now just as the people in biblical times did. I love to hear the words of our prophets, both ancient and modern. Our prophet's words are like refuge from the storm for me. When I feel like the world is too much, that it is too loud or has too much influence on my children, I seek out the words of our prophet. They bring peace and perspective every time.
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LaWana answered...

Yes, I truly believe there is a prophet today leading our church and bringing blessings into the world. Why would God provide a prophet in olden days, but not now? Did He love those people more than He loves us? Did they need guidance more than we do? Is the world less confusing now than it was then? The answers to all these questions are no. It only makes sense that God would have a prophet now as He did in days of old. He loves us just as much as He did those people long ago and we need Him just as much as they needed Him then.

What are Mormon women like? Do Mormons believe in equality of men and women?

Angela answered...

Yes! We firmly believe that men and women are equal in the eyes of God and are given separate, but equally important responsibilities here on Earth. Men are given the power of the Priesthood, which allows them to do things for their families and others such as give blessings or baptize individuals. Women are given the sacred responsibility of bringing children into the world and to support their husbands with their responsibilities. Both parents are encouraged to teach gospel principles to their children together and to live in harmony with the Church.
This is not to say women are not encouraged to pursue educational endeavors or career opportunities. Each family is different, we are encouraged to pray and make decisions based on what is best for our families.
Every Mormon woman is different, but we all have something in common. We are all daughters of our Father in Heaven.