Hi, I'm Dan

I work with cadavers at a medical university. I love Star Wars. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I live in a small condo with my wife, and two little girls. I work at a medical university as the Gross Anatomy Lab Manager. Yes, I see dead people. My wife is trying to get into Nursing School, and the kids love preschool. Life is pretty good.

Why I am a Mormon

The principles of the gospel give meaning in my life. The Church also teaches my family good standards to live by. I want that for my kids as they grow up. I simply believe the teachings of the church are true, and that's why I'm a Mormon.

How I live my faith

I served 2 years in Pusan, South Korea as a missionary. Learning that language and serving the Korean people was one of the hardest, yet most rewarding things I've ever done in my life. I now serve as a Ward Clerk in my Ward. I help the ward church leaders with records and finances and such. I also visit families within my ward as a home teacher to help with any needs they may have.

Do Mormons worship Joseph Smith?

Richie answered...

No, but we respect him, just as we would any prophet.
Chris answered...

Simple Answer: No.

Detailed Answer: See below.

Saying that Joseph Smith is the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint (LDS) may cause a misunderstanding for some. LDS doctrine teaches that Jesus Christ is the head of the church, and that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the same church that existed in Old Testament and New Testament times. The "of Latter-day Saints" in the church's name denotes that this is the last dispensation before Jesus Christ's Second Coming, or the last period of time in which the Lord has at least one authorized servant on the earth who bears the keys of the holy priesthood. The Old Testament and New Testament discuss various dispensations when Christ's church existed on the earth in its authentic state.

So, what is the importance of Joseph Smith in relation to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Like Noah, Abraham, and Moses, Joseph Smith was a Prophet of God. He was simply a man called to speak for the Lord and played a key role in the restoration of Christ's church here upon the earth in these latter-days. Like Noah, Abraham, and Moses, we do not worship Joseph Smith, but study his life and teachings to better understand the will of God. Joseph Smith may had been a leader, but he was not and is not the head of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The head of the church is clearly stated in the church's name. The Church of "Jesus Christ" of Latter-day Saints

How can I know Mormonism is true?

Sean answered...

Before I was baptized, a missionary told me that I could read the Book of Mormon and find out for myself if it was true. I liked that idea. I've always been a person who wanted to know the truth for myself. After the missionary had suggested I read it, I decided to try. It was a big step of faith to pick up a book and read it without knowing for sure. Over time, I developed a testimony that the Book of Mormon is true.

The same goes for knowing if The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the true Church of Christ once again established on this earth. A simple prayer to your Heavenly Father can open so many doors of truth.

The real way that I know it is true is how it has helped my life. Without the Church, I'd be lost. I am grateful for it, and for the knowledge I have that it is true.