Author Archives: Melva Gifford

About Melva Gifford

Melva is an author and storyteller.

26 reasons why I love the Book of Mormon

These are notes from a Book of Mormon conference. Any misinformation is the fault of the typist. This was presented by David Pholmmer: Article published in the ensign. How would each of you feel about going back to God’s presence? … Continue reading

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Gain knowledge

These are notes from a church meeting talk. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. – We gain a lot of knowledge through the church – By the power of the Holy Ghost, we can gain knowledge of … Continue reading

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Church Prohibited while Mobs are Ok

Americans kept from funerals, work, church fume over jammed demonstrations allowed in city streets https://www.bizpacreview.com/2020/07/24/americans-kept-from-funerals-work-church-fume-over-jammed-demonstrations-allowed-in-city-streets-951045?utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_source=Get+Response&utm_term=EMAIL&utm_content=Newsletter&utm_campaign=bizpac

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Spelling Poison

Bad: posin Good: poison Think of the Os as two different people. One mean person may try to pOsiOn another. The I between Os means I don’t want to be poIsoned.

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How to Become a Professional Speaker

This is a presentation given a Timp Toastmasters. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. – As speakers learn how to become professional speakers they will frequently share with each other what has worked for them. – Toastmasters … Continue reading

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Various Comments about the Book of Mormon.

These notes might be from the same talk. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. i believe these are from a BofM conference. – Project searchIsiah.org. – Did stats on LDS org. the most read: 2 Nephi 2, … Continue reading

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Come follow my gospel study program.

These are notes from a church meeting talk. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. – President Nelson: The objective of the church is to increase their faith in God and to strengthen their families. – To survive … Continue reading

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Federal Officers, an interview with acting DHS Deputy Secretary

Ken Cuccinelli responds to the media narrative about federal officers defending Federal properties during riots. He also made reference to the constitution: Article 1: Section 8 paragraphs 1, 9, and 18. https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-glenn-beck-program/e/76398808?autoplay=true Constitution link: https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/articlei

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Spelling Barrier

Bad: Barrior Good Barrier The o of barrior has no restrictions on it. It’s open so it’s not a barrier. But the e in barrier is like a closed gate and thus creates a barrier. Can you think of a … Continue reading

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Following Your Passion and Living an Exciting Writing life

This presentation was given by Sean McCollum through the WriteForKids organization. Any misinformation is the fault of the note taker. Much of Sean’s works are nonfiction education books. He often does work for hire for education publishers. Q: What is … Continue reading

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