Hi, I'm Stacy

I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I am a wife and mother of four. I am entering a new phase of life where all my children are in school during the day. Although, I miss them immensely during those hours they are not home, I look forward to the time I have to strengthen myself. Whether it be spiritually, physically, or emotionally. I feel that by doing this I will in turn strengthen my husband and children.

Why I am a Mormon

I am a Mormon because I feel a love for my Heavenly Father that bonds can not break. He sent His son, Jesus Christ, for me and by so doing has won my heart. It is in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that I learn how to return to Him.

Personal Stories

How has The Book of Mormon helped you understand the purpose of life?

Through daily study, I have found simple, yet profound answers to the purpose of life. I know now that we came from a premortal existence where we dwelled as spirits with a Heavenly Father and with each other. We chose this plan to come to earth to receive a physical body and to obtain the many blessings that were in store for us through our obedience to God's commandments.

From the Book of Mormon, I learn of our Savior and of His life and mission on this earth. I have learned that it is by His example we are to live our lives.

I have also learned the steps that are necessary to return back the presence of our Heavenly Father when our life in this state ends.

The peace and comfort this knowledge brings is priceless to me and I am so grateful.

What are you doing to help strengthen your family and make it successful?

Strengthening my family can be a trying experience, but I know it's a battle that is worth fighting everyday. My family is of up most importance to me and I find it my responsibility to do all that can. Not every day is so hard and it's in those moments that I see the blessings we receive from our diligence. I know my children can come home to a safe haven and that they are loved. Their self worth is built here and I hope that it will give them the strength they need when they are out in the world.

How I live my faith

I live my faith by trying to be obedient to the commandments. I attend my church meetings in an effort to learn all I can and take what I learn and teach and practice it in my home.

What is the role of the husband and the wife in the family?

Stacy answered...

Although our roles in our home may differ in daily activities, our goal as husband and wife are the same. We strive together to strengthen each other, to nurture our children, and to create an atmosphere of hope. As a mother, I feel my divine role as nurturer. My heart is full when I reach for my child's hand. There is no place I would rather be.

My heart is equally full as I witness the love my husband has for our family. He is a great example to our family in service and love.
Jocelyn answered...

The role of husband and wife in the family is to first and foremost love each other! Wow, revolutionary!!!
I have found that when there is love and complete commitment between my husband and I, there is no problem that we cannot face together. It is much easier to teach the children with love and to handle life's challenges.
My husband and I are equals. I feel loved, respected, and appreciated by him. I hope he feels the same things from me.

Why don’t Mormons have paid clergy?

Susie answered...

A ward or branch is the local unit of the church. This is the place where members have the opportunity to develop friendships and to help one another. We get support and lessons on the scriptures and how to improve our family relationships.

Our Heavenly Father expects us to lift and serve one another in this life. This is the principle behind a volunteer clergy. The local leader of a ward or branch calls on various members on the ward/branch to volunteer their services in teaching and leading the other members. We all donate our time and thus are able to lift and serve on another. The leaders seek divine guidance in making these callings. We who have been called to also seek divine guidance in fulfilling our positions.

We each try to follow the teachings of an ancient prophet who taught that when we are baptized we "are willing to bear one another's burdens, and comfort those that stand in need of comfort." (Book of Mormon, Mosiah 18:8-9).

Through our volunteer service, members lift one another's burdens and express our love to one another.