jadams_4242 Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Having been a Mormon for over thirty years, I am frankly having trouble coming up with even one reason.I was hoping maybe somebody could help me out with this list.All the Best!--Consiglieri youve been a member 30 years and now complacency has got its grip on you? oooohhhhhh u honestly dont remember what the "TRUE" spirit can do? {i,m shocked}.. totally shocked...
Ariarates Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 In my time zone, the biggest advantage is having a two-day weekend like the heathens. The transmission doesn't start until 6 p.m. and with our youngest being 7 and the drive to the stake centre (where the show airs) being an hour, it's the perfect excuse to skip church (school night and all that). I prefer reading to video anyway. Or mp3 on my bicycle to work. And they do reruns the next week in our ward for those who couldn't make it. I'm afraid I'm with Consig on this; I bet if they ran a tape from two years ago, nobody would notice.
ELF1024 Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I am temporarily suspending my vow to refrain from message board posting in order to unburden myself of the strong feelings evoked by this thread.Thank you for taking time out for that, I for one appreciate what you said.
Ariarates Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 During the month leading up to each general conference, each of our nightly family prayers (we rotate the voice from night to night) includes a phrase along the lines of:
krose Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Having been a Mormon for over thirty years, I am frankly having trouble coming up with even one reason.Having been out of the church for thirty years, I had to look at the calendar and say, "Is it really that time again?" For me it means a weekend with fewer time windows available to call my mother and get in an extended chat. What a bother!
Jeff K. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I always enjoying telling some non-member when they ask 'why are the LDS church parking lots so empty on this particular Sunday?'My answer usually includes something like 'they get to stay home in their pajamas while going to church this Sunday.' .... It happens twice a year!... I was asked that once in the South, I told them that it was the rapture, and then said "I guess you and I didn't make it.".
blueadept Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I was asked that once in the South, I told them that it was the rapture, and then said "I guess you and I didn't make it.". If I'm with a protestant when the question gets asked, I'll have to remember this one..... It would get lost on most Catholics I know....telling them that LDS get to stay home and attend church in their pajamas has a better affect.
Skylla Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 You do know the speakers have to hand in their talks waaaaaaaaay before that for correlation and translation, don't you? Dude, no offense, but that is sick.Take a break from the board.Skylla
Jeff K. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Top ten reasons to watch conference.10-Pajamas and scones9-I can read a book and not feel like I am being watched while I do so. Or play Call of Duty, which I am definately unable to do at church8-Falling asleep in bed is much better than falling asleep in a pew7-Closed Caption so that I can hear RUSH and LED Zepplin while reading the word (think Dark Side of the Moon and Wizard of Oz) 6-March Madness is over so we set up a new LDS Confrence bracket of which GA will speak (Sweet 16, versus elite 8, versus final four)5-Involved in a pool to see which newspaper will most misunderstood what was said during Conference4-Involved in a side bet "Which talk will Consig/Senator/Semilogo dis first?"3-Watch my friend as he anxiously waits to see if polygamy is coming back, apparently there are two women he would like to date simultaneous (the masochist)2-Try to text message President Monson to see if he will answer1-I use the talks to help me divine my next lotto picks
Maidservant Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I would never miss a General Conference just in case they announce the temple in Jackson County. Also . . . over 30 years . . . you don't think the tenor of the talks have changed? I do. I think much of what is said has become more love-based and catholic (= universal), which is a point of view I resonate with. I love hearing when things like the Perpetual Education Fund was announced. Also, President Uchtdorf, woot, woot!
cinepro Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I have my fingers crossed that this is the year for an Apostle of FP Member to ever-so-gently imply that it might, on occasion, be OK to treat the Flood and Creation stories in Genesis as figurative accounts that could be a wee bit allegorical in nature.I am fasting and praying that this might come to pass.Fast if you will, pray if you must. But don't hold your breath.
cinepro Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Having been a Mormon for over thirty years, I am frankly having trouble coming up with even one reason.I was hoping maybe somebody could help me out with this list.All the Best!--ConsiglieriConsig, you should contact John Larsen and ask to be put on one of the post-conference panel discussions for the Mormon Expression podcast. That can definitely change your conference experience.
MorningStar Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Will, conference at your house sounds awesome! Thanks for the idea. I'm going to build a fire in our fireplace! I'm also surprising my family with French toast casserole for breakfast. Never made it before, but my friends have raved about it. My oldest son has asked to cook breakfast the second morning. I'm also going to make some fun word searches and coloring pages for our younger kids. They've also asked if we can watch it on the projector. They're more excited about it ever since we took them to the Conference Center.
Deborah Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Lots of good reasons given. I just enjoy listening to the talks while I work my jigsaw puzzle and occasionally jot something in my journal. And of course always hoping for that BIG announcement, ha, ha! Of course I think one has to read more between the lines for the real info. Look forward to Packer's talks to see how he will get all the critics excited and jumping at the bit to find a word that they can use to attack the church. Look forward to Holland to see how he will bluntly tell it like it is, once again exciting the critics. And always look forward to the Prophet and Elder Uchtdorf.
Jeff K. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Consig, you should contact John Larsen and ask to be put on one of the post-conference panel discussions for the Mormon Expression podcast. That can definitely change your conference experience.that sounds like fun
Jeff K. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Hmmmm, French Toast Casserole, had it before. It is very very good.Prep Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 1/2 day Servings: 6-8 About This Recipe"Plan ahead this needs to be refrigerated for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight. I tossed the bread cubes with a couple teaspoons of cinnamon before placing in the baking dish, but that is optional, if you prefer a less sweeter taste just omit the white sugar completely --- this is *very* good!" Ingredients 10 cups bread cubes ( cut into about 1-inch cubes, use stale bread but not hard for this) 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese 3 -4 tablespoons sugar ( optional or to taste) 8 large eggs, slightly beaten 1 1/2 cups full-fat milk 2/3 cup half-and-half cream ( or use all half and half cream) 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla powdered sugar DirectionsPlace the bread cubes in a buttered 13 x 9-inch baking dish. In a bowl beat the softened cream cheese with sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined. Add in eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition. Add in milk, half and half cream, maple syrup and vanilla; beat until well combined. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish, using a fork or spoon gently lift the cubes so that they coat evenly with the egg mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8-24 hours. Next morning set oven to 375
Duncan Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Hmmmm, French Toast Casserole, had it before. It is very very good.Prep Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 1/2 day Servings: 6-8 About This Recipe"Plan ahead this needs to be refrigerated for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight. I tossed the bread cubes with a couple teaspoons of cinnamon before placing in the baking dish, but that is optional, if you prefer a less sweeter taste just omit the white sugar completely --- this is *very* good!" Ingredients 10 cups bread cubes ( cut into about 1-inch cubes, use stale bread but not hard for this) 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese 3 -4 tablespoons sugar ( optional or to taste) 8 large eggs, slightly beaten 1 1/2 cups full-fat milk 2/3 cup half-and-half cream ( or use all half and half cream) 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla powdered sugar DirectionsPlace the bread cubes in a buttered 13 x 9-inch baking dish. In a bowl beat the softened cream cheese with sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined. Add in eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition. Add in milk, half and half cream, maple syrup and vanilla; beat until well combined. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish, using a fork or spoon gently lift the cubes so that they coat evenly with the egg mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8-24 hours. Next morning set oven to 375
bookofmormontruth Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I am temporarily suspending my vow to refrain from message board posting in order to unburden myself of the strong feelings evoked by this thread. In a manner more like a lament than a rejoicing of the soul, consiglieri expresses his anticipation of disappointment in the upcoming 181st Annual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:With no intent whatsoever to find fault in another, I would like to give some reasons for which I personally look forward to general conference (in no particular order): [*]Building a nice warm fire in the stove to create a comforting ambience, and keep the family toasty warm during sessions.`[*]Making and eating our traditional
Daniel Peterson Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I'm a moron. Barely enough brain power to keep my heart beating. I suppose that's why I like General Conference, enjoy it, and look forward to it.I don't particularly enjoy threads complaining about how boring and worthless it is, though. Talk about repetitive.Thanks, Will. Good post.
Jeff K. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Sounds yummy! Plus it sounds like effort and I don't exactley do effort!Neither do I, but Frau K. thrives on it! I am a lucky man.
zelder Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 I have my fingers crossed that this is the year for an Apostle of FP Member to ever-so-gently imply that it might, on occasion, be OK to treat the Flood and Creation stories in Genesis as figurative accounts that could be a wee bit allegorical in nature.I am fasting and praying that this might come to pass.Seriously?! Wow, I feel bad for you. One of the things I have learned in my limited experience is that prayers get answered when you are praying for the right thing. Accept the doctrine and let the cog-dis go.
consiglieri Posted March 31, 2011 Author Posted March 31, 2011 Thanks, Will. Good post.Especially the lotion part.
consiglieri Posted March 31, 2011 Author Posted March 31, 2011 Ah yes, the same thread we get every six months, right on schedule.Give it a rest.The irony of this post is so delicious, I suspect you did it intentionally.
Daniel Peterson Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Especially the lotion part.Yeah. I saw what you wrote about it on the other board, playing to your audience.Way classy.***Incidentally, in another place, where an identical thread was launched and where the participants are pretty happy to find yet another aspect of Mormonism to mock and deride, one of the specific targets is Elder Richard Scott, of the Quorum of the Twelve. They don't like the way he looks, they don't like the way he sounds, they don't like what he says. (They don't like lots of things.)Anyway, I learned, not too terribly long ago, some interesting facts about Elder Scott's General Conference addresses: It seems that he pre-records them in Spanish and in Portuguese, out of a desire to have the Hispanic Saints hear his speeches in his own voice rather than in that of a translator. Part of his measured pace results from the fact that, as I understand it, he has an earpiece in his ear, to which he listens in order to make his English delivery approximate his Spanish/Portuguese delivery. He's evidently been doing this for years.Certainly worthy of ridicule and contempt.
consiglieri Posted March 31, 2011 Author Posted March 31, 2011 Do you sustain the current leadership as Prophets, Seers and Revelators?Would you get back to me when any of them actually prophesy, see or reveal?I don't think it's fair to make me answer that question until then.All the Best!--Consiglieri
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