Mormon prophet

Mormon prophet says to ‘flood social media’ with gratitude this Thanksgiving week

By Jana Riess — November 20, 2020
(RNS) — “Counting our blessings is far better than recounting our problems,” LDS President Nelson said.

94-year-old Mormon prophet to scale Mount Everest

By Jana Riess — April 1, 2019
In this special April 1 edition: The robust nonagenarian Mormon prophet Russell M. Nelson is well on his way to scaling Mount Everest.

Mormon prophet surprises California Mormons with unannounced appearance

By Jana Riess — March 5, 2018
I'm glad I happened to be in Oakland for this surprise chance to hear President Nelson Unplugged, because it was delightful. He stayed out of politics, focused on timeless truths, and appeared totally comfortable. He was a Mormon out with his people.

‘The prophet will never lead the LDS Church astray,’ and other Mormon heresies

By Jana Riess — May 16, 2016
The LDS Church is on a journey, just as we are. Let’s give it the space it needs to be true and living, not just true and dead.

Questions about Joseph Smith? Join the Club

By Jana Riess — April 22, 2015
Seer stones. Plural wives. Masonry. Folk magic. Conflicting First Vision accounts. If you have questions about any of these, professional Mormon historians are standing by to assist you.

When is a Mormon prophet speaking as a prophet?

By Jana Riess — September 16, 2014
How can Mormons know when prophets are speaking because they are moved by the Holy Ghost, and not simply expressing their cultural views?
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