Hi, I'm Ken Konecki, I'm a husband, I'm a father, I'm a Mormon.

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I am a convert of the church of about 20 years. I learned of the church when I met my wife who was raised Mormon. I have two boys who are growing too fast. I work two jobs so that my wife can stay home and raise our children. I work as a forklift driver at a production plant, and I own my own web design business.
For fun, I ride my motorcycle, hang out with the family, read, take naps, and watch movies and write. not in that order
I was not searching for a religion when I found the Church, I was searching for a better way to live. I met my wife when I was trying to clean up my early life of parties and carelessness. I prayed to God to help me meet a "Good Woman" to help me get out of my circle of destruction. After countless attempts and praying, I met my wife.
For a year I researched that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and felt like it might be true. It was when my heart was touched by a missionary that I allowed myself to truly hear the gospel and accept it as true.
Do Mormons only help Mormons?
No, and I love answering this question. Mormons enjoy to serve other people regardless of what they believe or not. Helping other people is not only a principal of the Gospel, it feels good and right. You might be surprised too, that many Mormons serve discretely. Helping other people is not about glory, it is about doing the work of the Lord.
Does the Mormon Church endorse political parties?
No, and I love that so much. The Church is political neutral, which is good, because politics change so much and there are great people in all parties.
Do Mormons only help Mormons?
No, and I love answering this question. Mormons enjoy to serve other people regardless of what they believe or not. Helping other people is not only a principal of the Gospel, it feels good and right. You might be surprised too, that many Mormons serve discretely. Helping other people is not about glory, it is about doing the work of the Lord.
What blessings can we receive through the gift of the Holy Ghost?
The gift of the Holy Ghost, or Holy Spirit, is the constant companion to receive personal inspiration and revelation. Everyone can be inspired by the Holy Ghost, no matter their faith, however, the gift of the Holy Ghost is a blessing given through baptism.
How has the Book of Mormon brought you closer to God?
The Book of Mormon proves to me that God talked and talks to other people in the world. Being raised with just the Bible, I knew it was true in my heart, but I felt something was missing. I was also confused why God only talked to one area of the world through Prophets. I get closer to God by knowing that he wants everyone to hear his Gospel, and he wants everyone to return to Him, no matter where you live.
In what ways have your prayers been answered?
It seems, I am always praying about something. :) Sometimes it is for me, or sometimes it is for the benefit of others. I receive answers to these prayers by experiencing those things for which I prayed for come to pass. For example, I like to share the Gospel with people. Sometimes I notice that many days or even weeks have gone by that I have not been able to talk to someone about the Gospel. When I make this discovery and desire to spread the Gospel, I pray, in faith, (faith is the important part) that "I might be given the opportunity to share the Gospel". This prayer has always been answered in ways that I have no control over. Sometimes within minutes, or hours, I have friends, family, or strangers, come to me and ask me a question about the Gospel, or bring up the Church in a discussion! Now that is some cool stuff!! :) It is my own way of knowing that Heavenly Father always answers our prayers.
What blessings have come through your faith in Jesus Christ?
Peace and Joy
What have you done successfully to shield your family from unwanted influences?
As a family, we discuss everything. Before a decision is made that effects everyone, we all gather together and talk about our concerns and reasons why we feel positively or negatively on the given subject. In addition, we pray as a family together and only move forward or away from a decision when everyone is in agreement.
Why/How do you share the gospel with your friends? I share the gospel when it feels right to do so. I do not believe in scripts and setting up scenarios to discuss religion. I try to live my religion as much as possible, so in common conversation my Church comes up from time to time. It is natural and I let it flow when the time is right.
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