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    The word "Mormon" is an inaccurate nickname for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (or The Church of Jesus Christ). If you are referring to someone from the Church, that person may appropriately be called a Latter-day Saint or LDS. The term “Saint” means “member.”

    It was given to the "Mormons" in the early years of the Church because of The Book of Mormon. Calling a Latter-day Saint a "Mormon" is tantamount to calling a Jew a "Moses". It's the name of a man, and it doesn't make any sense. It's like calling any other Christian a "Peter". Mormon was a prophet, not a book, and not a religion. Just as Moses was a prophet and not a religion. It was easy for non-"Mormons" to remember the name "Mormon" and unfortunately is the dominant nickname/abbreviation for the Church today.

    The prophet Mormon abridged the books of several other ancient American Christian prophets, and because it was his abridgment, or his book, it is called The Book of Mormon.

    One final note: it should be remembered that the nickname was originally applied to Latter-day Saints as a derogatory term of disrespect and prejudice. In my humble opinion when you call me "Mormon" you join the ranks of those who first persecuted and killed those of my faith in the past. You join the ranks of those who today display their ignorance in calling their black brothers "niggers".

    If you would please, as often as you can remember - please refer to the "Mormon" Church as either The Church of Jesus Christ or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. If you are referring to someone from the Church, that person may appropriately be called a Latter-day Saint or LDS.

    *The official Church Styleguide for the Press concerning the use of the word "Mormon"

    THE: The one and only
    CHURCH: The kingdom of God on earth set up to help all people attain exaltation
    OF: The Church belongs to
    JESUS: The Savior
    CHRIST: The Anointed One, or the Messiah
    OF LATTER-DAY: This dispensation is the latter days, the dispensation of the fullness of times. These are the days just prior to the time when the Savior will come the second time to the earth.
    SAINTS: Saints are faithful members of the Church who sanctify themselves by the way they strive to live the teachings of the gospel. The word Saint is related in meaning to the word Sanctify.


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10 Responses to “Pix”

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    Anonymous Says:

    I am 12 years old and pres. Hinkley was so inspring he was a good man and his wife was an insperation as well. pres. Hinckley has been the olny prophet I know. I wish I could have meet him. I’ll always rember him as a favroit Prophet, seer and revelator. May he rest in peace and live for eternity with his beloved Marjory in paredice.

    February 11th, 2008 at 9:52 am
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    Rebecca Says:

    I myself never got the chance to meet him in person. I’ve been a few hundred feet away and it was such a thrill to be even that close to him! The Spirit truly is very powerful, both in words and in a person. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! :)

    February 12th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
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    Timothy Lineback Says:

    Way to go girl! You tell ‘em! Like Elder Dallin Oaks, I too prefer to be called a Latter Day Saint and not a Mormon. It was, as you say, initially used as a term of derision. eBay, several irons in the fire! You’re positioning yourself well.

    February 13th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
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    Rebecca Says:

    Thank you :)

    March 16th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
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    hunnymarie Says:

    Your pictures are beautiful!
    You have such a beautiful family, and you all look so happy! :) It reminds me of when my family gets together.
    I like to read your blogg, you have some very interesting points! Oh, and your artwork is really nice! You are blessed. :) Have a W0NERFUL Easter.

    March 22nd, 2008 at 4:17 pm
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    Rebecca Says:

    hunnymarie: Welcome to my blog! :D
    Thank you for the compliments regarding our pictures! Also, you are so kind to say such sweet things regarding my blog.

    I hope to see you again on here, as I would love to hear from you often! :)
    Happy Easter to you!

    March 22nd, 2008 at 4:52 pm
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    Jeff Lloyd Says:

    So tell us the story about you meeting the President! Did you blog about it at the time? What was he like?

    April 11th, 2008 at 7:24 pm
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    Rebecca Says:

    Jeff:

    Here is what I wrote right after my experience in meeting the President at the White House in June 2005:

    It started with a dream. Doing what I do everyday, doing what I do best- art. I had made it a goal to paint not only commissioned portraits, portraits of family or ones that I have found of artistic interest- but portraits of individuals who have inspired me. That’s where President George W. Bush came to mind.

    9/11 was a moment that changed America. A time where everyone stopped their daily routine. No longer were people concerned about making their appointment on time, or how to make the ‘big bucks’. People dropped their ego, their rank in society and we all became children. Scared for our lives, the question that citizens of America had in their minds that fateful day was, “What do we do now?”. We all held each other’s hands and looked up to the one person who could do something to save us. The man who was our protector and father figure that day, President George W. Bush. He was not about to let Terrorists take away his vision of what America should be, a place where families can live in safety and in peace. Just like any father who receives a threat to family’s safety, he did what any parent would do in that situation- he took action. He gave us all the comfort and confidence we needed that day and reminded us of who we were. America doesn’t stand and let someone hurt us, America shows the world that we will not let anything keep us from the freedom that we cherish.

    That day I oversaw a country that worked together. Even if it was just for a moment, I saw a country that didn’t worry about who made the most money, or who was the most beautiful. We held each other and made sure that everyone regardless of their rank in society- saw a light at the end of this tragedy. The man who guided us to that light was President Bush. A man who still to this day is guiding us there, and will lead us to his vision of a country of peace and safety.

    -Rebecca

    My Experience In Washington D.C.

    I was on family vacation when I received a call from Senator Orrin Hatch’s office stating that I had an appointment with President Bush in the Oval Office next week!! You could imagine my shock. It’s not everyday that you get that kind of invitation.

    This all came from my email that I wrote to first, my local Governor, Governor Huntsman who then referred me to Senator Hatch. Senator Orrin Hatch responded and let me know that he has forwarded the message to the White House. It was about 2 months later that I received this call. It was after that, that all the action began.

    I promptly purchased the tickets and flew out to Philadelphia with my boyfriend. We drove from Philadelphia to Washington D.C. on Tuesday June 28th to deliver the painting to the White House for screening from the Secret Service and then again Wednesday for the Congressional meeting with the President on the 29th of June.

    June 29th-

    It was a morning full of nerves. As I was doing my make-up and getting dressed, the thought kept running through my mind. I… am going to meet the President of the United States. I… am going to be in the Oval Office, in the presence of the President of the United States of America. I’ve been in restaurant’s and seen in books and magazines Stars, Historians, well renowned people who have met with the President and now it’s my turn! I was full of butterflies and the moment came that I stood face front to the gate of the White House and I rang the buzzer. The guard answered, ” Yes? How can I help you?”… with trembling hands I replied ” Yes.. I…I have an appointment with…The President?” The guard abruptly responded with, ” Ok ma’am please step through the gate and present your I.D.” As I did with quick haste. They quickly screened my purse and myself and they pointed me to the double doors of the West Wing of the White House. There I was greeted by a U.S. Marine who opened the door for me with a friendly hello. I, Rebecca was on the White House lawn!!! I walked through the doors, and everything was in gold. The framed art, doors. The walls were an egg-shell to cream color.

    I was early, but by the time Senator Orrin Hatch arrived, we had a long chat. There were also 2 other people there to greet the President. The Congressional meeting only happens twice a year and only 4 people are invited to meet the President at those meetings. It was an honor to be one of those 4 people. There was an triple amputee soldier, Hank Williams daughter along with a sculpture artist who sculpted the Country Singer Hank Williams. We all gathered in the Roosevelt Room and conversed for about a half hour. Orrin Hatch is one of the nicest men I have ever met! He immediately gave me a hug when he walked in the room. We talked about art, and his music. He told me the history of the Roosevelt room and how nice the President is and how impressed he has been with President Bush. But Senator Orrin Hatch reminded me of the Grandpa that everyone would love to have. Very kind eyes and very enjoyable to be around.

    The soldier went first and then it was my turn. Orrin Hatch was planned to escort me into the Oval Office but there was a Senate meeting where he had to go vote in. He apologized and gave me one last hug. I was led through the door and down to the Oval Office. The painting was carried behind me by a White House worker and then the doors opened before me. There, just like in a movie scene the President, George W. Bush stood in the center of the room. He was looking down at a piece of paper and looked up as he heard me enter the room.

    “Well, hello Rebecca!” At that moment all butterflies and nerves left my body. I was immediately filled with adrenalin.

    “Hello Mr. President! ”

    “Oh wow, you got my eyes!!” Said the President. He grabbed hold of the painting and carried it to his desk. “How did you do this?”

    “Well Mr. President, if you’re ever in my town you can stop by my classroom and I’ll teach you the process.”

    “Oh, you teach? Where at?”

    “Yes, I teach at Ogden Blue Art School. This is such a neat experience for me, because not only am I fulfilling a dream of mine, but it’s also such a great example to my students. Because I stress to them how important it is to have dreams and to never give up on them. Now look at where I am!!”

    “That is fantastic Rebecca! Well here, let’s give them something to see. Here is a Presidential Pin, you show them this. Now let’s get some pictures for everyone to see!”

    We took some pictures, and then he gave me a hug and told me how thankful he was that I was teaching. Walking out of the Oval Office I was grinning from ear to ear. I told the press as I walked out of the White House, “That… was better than any roller coaster ride I have EVER been on! YES!!!!!!” The world was brighter, the air seemed fresher, LIFE seemed endless! I felt that I could do ANYTHING in the world that I wanted.

    Dreams REALLY do come true if you truly believe in yourself. First you ask yourself “Why not? Why couldn’t I give my portrait to the man himself- President George W. Bush!” My theory is, you paint a portrait of someone, but the portrait really has no accomplishment if it isn’t given to the individual themselves. To fulfill a dream, you really have to humble yourself and ask for help. I could not have accomplished this without the help of Governor Huntsman and Senator Orrin Hatch. Both incredible men with incredible hearts. I couldn’t have asked for a more life changing experience. President Bush was amazing. Another incredibly nice man. I honestly felt that I entered a part of Heaven walking through those White House doors. Everyone was kind and willing to serve your every need. Everyone was giving hugs and helping me feel 100% comfortable.

    After my press meetings I walked through the gates and looked at a brand new world. I put a little extra kick in my walk and continued to smile from ear to ear with an adrenalin rush that I have never felt before. I told myself, my life has just begun… anything is possible now.

    - Rebecca

    April 12th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
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    Sarah Says:

    Hey Becky! What a great blog. That is really neat that you met the President! You have done some amazing things. Looks like everything is going great for you and you look so happy! I hope we can stay in touch more through all of this blogging! :)
    Sarah (Weinert) Flint

    April 25th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
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    Rebecca Says:

    Hello Sarah!!!

    Your baby is ADORABLE and definitely has your smile :) I too hope that we can keep in touch through this whole ‘blog thing’ as well. Thank you so much for visiting my blog and taking the time to comment. :D

    April 26th, 2008 at 12:36 am

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