Hi, I'm Chris Hupp

I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I studied Landscape Architecture at Utah State University, but because no one seems to be building much I do Internet Marketing for the time being. I enjoy both, but Landscape Architecture has been my dream since I was 7.

I am 25 and still single! My parents and family remind me of that every time I talk to them. I love to write and entertain so I started a blog to sort of get what I like to call my normal life out there. I use it as sort of a semi sedated venting session as well as a way to hopefully reform the way guys treat girls now a days.

I grew up the son of a Psychologist and a Parent Educator, so you can only imagine the type of person I am. Every day of my life I was taught what to do and not to do in parenting, and life in general. Now I seek to pass that information on to anyone around me who ever needs advice.

I have sort of been named Hitch or the date doctor because of that background. I figured soon enough I should probably invest in a shrink chair and charge a small fee for all the counseling I have given.

All craziness aside, I love the outdoors, nature, hiking, biking, rock climbing, swimming. You name it, if its out doors or even in doors for that matter I have probably tried to dabble a bit in the hobby. Everything from Improv, Choir, Drawing, and Ballet to Sports of all kinds!

I love life most days, and the other days I at least like it!

Why I am a Mormon

Why am I a Mormon?

I'm a Mormon because I chose to be! I grew up in the Bible Belt and was exposed to a lot of different religions, but Mormonism has always felt right.

When I was 14 I was studying the scriptures in a seminary class, and questioned myself. "Is this the true church?" Since then and probably even before then I knew it was. Every day I have the opportunity to draw closer to my Savior through scripture study and prayer, and learn more about myself in the process.

As I study the scriptures everything just fits into place. The gospel is so awesome, and Mormonism just makes perfect sense!

How I live my faith

How do I live my Faith?

I live it day by day. I am not the perfect Mormon, but you aren't going to find anyone who is. To be Mormon means to be someone striving to be better every day!

So I live my faith like that! Some days are better than others but I know I am doing what God wants me to, and I love it!

What are Mormon Temples used for?

Bonnie. answered...

They are peaceful, pure places, where only those who have committed to live the most discipled lives can go to ponder and pray. They are places where we learn about God's plan for all of humanity, and where we promise to do all in our power to help all of His children, and receive promises that we can be with Him as well. We wear white clothing that is simple, and remove our watches and bling, to demonstrate a willingness to let go of our day-to-day concerns to focus on the real things: people, and their worth to God.
Aubree answered...

Temples are used to perform sacred ordinances necessary for salvation. One of these is a temple marriage--making it possible to be together as a family for eternity. Since these ordinances are sacred, only members who are striving to live the gospel may enter. All members are strongly encouraged to become and/or stay worthy to enter the temple. Members also go to the temple to seek guidance, comfort, and personal revelation from God.

What are some of the ways that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helps those around the world?

Collette answered...

Check out ldsphilanthropies.org for some of the official ways that Mormons help. Our help is directed to anyone in need, regardless of religious affiliation.

We believe in being 'anxiously engaged' in a good cause. I have enjoyed serving the people of Guatamala and Peru on serveral occasions, to help train dentists, provide dental work to people who have no access to it, and to deliver much needed humanitarian supplies to orphanages and churches. I have felt joy in serving my brothers and sisters in other lands. I hope to get a better handle on the Spanish language, and return again soon to Central or South America.