Sunday, June 29, 2008

Mission Statement

This new blog idea came about after reading the featured article in July's Ensign by Elder Ballard. Sadly, we have had spiritual experiences that we wanted to share with all of you, but were somewhat reluctant to post them on our personal blog not knowing whether that would have been appropriate. Maybe you have gone through the same dilemma with your blogs as well. We want to create a forum in which all participants can feel comfortable posting about spiritual things. Some ideas include, but certainly aren't limited to, the following:

1. A scripture,doctrinal insight, quote, or lyrics to hymn that has touched you recently.
2. Stories of acts of service, given or received.
3. Family Home Evening ideas.
4. A gospel-related question to which you would like feedback.
5. Faith promoting or testimony building experiences you have had, aka: 'tender mercies.'
6. A link to a favorite talk and commentary about why it means so much to you.
7. Missionary experiences.
8. Suggestions on how to improve the blog itself.
9. You get the idea . . .

There is only one rule to this new blog: everyone needs to leave comments! No one likes a Sunday School lesson where the teacher does all of the talking. So please don't be shy to participate through your own posts and comments.

We have really enjoyed staying in touch with family and friends via the blogosphere and hope that this can add a spiritual dimension. We are excited because we know that everyone's unique contributions will add up to create something that uplifts, edifies, and motivates us all to be better people. If you haven't already, please read Elder Ballard's message . Hopefully it will inspire us all to be more proactive about sharing the good news of the gospel :)

1 comment:

Chambers Clan said...

I LOVE this idea. Mom told me about it and all day I have been pondering the spiritual side of my life. It's been refreshing to look at all the blessings that normally I pass over in the busyiness of the day. Thanks you guys, as soon as I check my email I will post something! You are wonderful to do this:)