Hi, I'm Larisa.

I am a Mormon.

About Me

My life is great! I have a super sweet husband, an awesome family, and enjoy my work as a teacher and graduate student. My hobbies include books, movies, food (eating and preparing), and spending time with family and friends. I live in Texas and feel so blessed to be an American citizen.

Why I am a Mormon

From childhood my parents taught me to love the Savior and follow his teachings. The Mormon church is the best guide to help me become like Jesus. I have a testimony of his atonement and love for me. Experiences throughout my life have confirmed that testimony. Also, seeing the blessings that have come into my family member's lives reconfirm to me that peace and happiness comes from following the teachings of the LDS church.

Personal Stories

In what ways have your prayers been answered?

God has answered my prayers in small and great ways. He has directed me to find a lost wallet or to choose a career path. Most importantly, the big decisions of life (marriage and education) have been made based on the guiding influence of God's holy spirit. When I needed to pick out a graduate school, the spirit whispered to my mind the thought that I needed to consider a university in Texas. I fought the impression for a long time, but once I followed the prompting, I applied to the school I now attend and was accepted. They even gave me a scholarship! I know because I prayed about this decision that God guided me to make the best choice.

How I live my faith

My faith is deep rooted in my heart, soul, and identity. Everything I do is based on my testimony of Jesus Christ. I want to have his guidance in all I do so I regularly read the Bible and other scriptures, pray daily, and follow the Savior's teachings. Weekly church attendance and regular temple attendance are also integral in my living my faith. But more than that, I know I am a daughter of God and consequently strive to reflect that knowledge by my actions.

What is the Relief Society?

Larisa. answered...

The Relief Society is the oldest and largest world-wide organization for women. We learn in our Sunday meetings how to be better women, mothers, daughters, and followers of Christ. We study the scriptures together, enjoy fun weekday activities together, and most importantly, watch out and care for each other. My life has been blessed by Relief Society sisters who fed my family, cared for family members, and were the listening ears for a sore and troubled heart. We also provide service for others not of our faith, such as making quilts and hygiene kits for newborn babies. It feels good to belong to a women's organization that is focused on serving others and not on ourselves.
Kaitlyn answered...

The Relief Society is the organization in the Church where women come together to strengthen, serve, and teach each other. It's Motto is "Charity Never Faileth" which women of the Church live by to bring relief to the weary and down trodden. Women meet as a Relief Society each week to learn about the Gospel and grow closer to Jesus Christ. Women are asked to serve in many capacities within the Relief Society and give of their time and talents. There are also activities where women share skills and do service for those in their community as well as victims of disasters around the world.

What do Mormons believe happens after we die?

Raewyn answered...

We were so very sad when our very special eleven year old grandson died in 2009. He suffered from life threatening asthma from birth and was often in hospital. He caught a virus which attacked his heart causing it to go into a dangerous rhythm, which eventually stopped his heart. Every attempt was made to save him but to no avail. The night he died, I thought I might die too - I was so overcome with grief. I was grieving not only for him but for our daughter and her family too. I received enormous comfort from my family and friends, especially those in the church and the outpouring of love and support was indescribable. However, the most comfort I received was my knowledge that I absolutely knew that we would see him again in the next life and that our family would be together forever in the eternities. I was also comforted to know that our grandson would be free from his health problems and be able to have peace. Even though I miss him terribly, I know he is happy and with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. I feel his spirit around me often. I know with total conviction that the Lord has unconditionally supported all of our family through this trial and continues to do so daily.