Religious Ambassador

This article is about a Hindu religious leader who is coming to Provo.  During his visit, he will give the invocation (prayer to start a meeting) for the Provo City Council.

Why does he want to give this prayer?  Why is it important to understand about other people’s religions?

Media’s Role in Debunking Mormon Myths

This article explains how media have influenced how people view members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  The upcoming presidential election has increase media coverage of members the church. 

Do you think this is a good or bad thing?  

How can we use media to have a good influence on people?

Health Blog: Food for thought

This article describes a recent study that suggests that people with high calorie diets are at greater risk for memory loss. After reading the article summarize what you read or answer the following discussion question.

"A lot of attention is given to how food affects our bodies; however, this article describes how food can affect our mind. How do you feel your diet affects your mental abilities?"

With new travel website, Mormons can stay with other Mormons

This article describes a new website that provides the service of connecting travelers with members of the LDS church in the areas where they are traveling. These people often can provide lodging, food and touring services. After reading the article write a summary or include an answer to the discussion question in the comments below.

"Would you be interested in participating in this service, not as a traveler but as a host? Why or why not?"

5 things you don’t want miss this month

This article highlights several upcoming arts and entertainment activities for the month. After reading the article summarize the events highlighted or answer the discussion question in the comment box below.

"Several of these events were music events. Some of these events will be indoors; some will be outdoors. Which do you think will give the participants a better experience being indoors or outdoors?"

The Village brings a whole new experience to BYU housing

This article describes the recent opening of one of Provo's newest apartment complexes The Village which was recently completed. The Village is unique because of its amenities, proximity to campus, and represents a change towards more modern housing at BYU. After reading the article include a summary or an answer to the discussion question in the comment section below.

"The Village is new and modern but it is also more expensive than other apartment complexes. Is it worth it to you to pay more for a nicer apartment?'

President and Sister Samuelson speak on character and ‘dragons’

In this article, President and Sister Samuelson's speeches from Tuesday's devotional are summarized. They spoke on the importance of moral character and avoiding spiritual dangers. After reading the article include a short summary or a response to following question in the comments box below.

President Samuelson described the importance of remembering the 'higher purposes' for being at BYU. What are some of your 'higher purposes for being at the ELC'.