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Hey guys, thanks for keeping up with this blog. I wanted to talk about Religious freedom, so here is an article from the Mormon News Room site. So with out further adieu, let's begin. Religious Freedom Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right that protects the conscience of all people. It allows us to think, express and act upon what we deeply believe. But around the world, and in the United States, this freedom is eroding. Churches, religious organizations and individuals face increasing restrictions as they participate in the public square, express their beliefs or serve in society. But there is much good that Church members and people of goodwill can do to preserve and strengthen religious freedom. Download this video (.MOV file, 148 MB) What Religious Freedom Means Religious freedom is a fundamental human right and the first among rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution. It is the right to think, express and act upon what you deeply believe, according to the dictates of conscience. READ MORE » Why We Need Religious Freedom Religious freedom, or freedom of conscience, is critical to the health of a diverse society. It allows different faiths and beliefs to flourish. Religious freedom protects the rights of all groups and individuals, including the most vulnerable, whether religious or not. READ MORE » Download this video (.MOV file, 321 MB) Why Religious Freedom Matters to Mormons Because of their teachings and history, Latter-day Saints have a special commitment to religious freedom. For nearly 200 years Mormon leaders have taught the importance of religious freedom for everyone: “We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.”READ MORE » How Religion Is Vital to Society Religion has a vital place in society. To exert its positive influence, religious organizations and people need physical, social and legal space to practice their religion. All lawful voices should be heard in thepublic square. Neither religious nor secular voices should be silenced. Religion is not just private worship; it involves public expression on social and moral issues. READ MORE » What Religious Freedom Requires of Us Religious freedom is as much a duty as it is a right. Religious freedom and civility depend upon each other and form a mutual obligation founded on the inherent dignity of each person. Religious organizations and people are responsible to state their views reasonably and respectfully. READ MORE » Download this video (.MOV file, 637 MB) What We Can Do
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Zach(Lash)I was born in the grand state of Texas, and currently live Northwest Arkansas. I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Thanks for reading my blog!!! As we marched away, I thought of the words of a rhyme I had learned in Primary years before:
Dare to be a Mormon; Dare to stand alone. Dare to have a purpose firm; Dare to make it known. Thomas S. Monson is our Prophet of the Earth today, watch the vid. above
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Grandpa Mckneely is my great grandpa and he recently passed away in April 2014. If you guys want to follow up on his life you can read some stuff on my dA Another epic picture of me!
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