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Hi I'm Dave LeFevre
I am a high-tech worker, teacher, writer, husband, father, and grandfather. And I am a Mormon.
About Me
Growing up in California, I couldn't imagine living anywhere else. But I've lived in several other states and one foreign country--France. I currently live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and love it here. I have seven children and six grandchildren, along with several animals and a yard that is fun but requires constant attention. I work for a software company creating training for field sales employees. I enjoy the creativity and the interactions with others. I am a published writer and get to teach often through the BYU Adult Ed program (classes like New Testament and Book of Mormon) and at Education Week at Brigham Young University (Provo and Rexburg).
Why I am a Mormon
I was raised in the Church and am grateful to my mother who directed me to the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, everyone has to decide what to do about religion. My 'conversion' was a step-by-step process that led me to pray and ask God what was true. The witness that I received as a teenager has grown stronger with the passing of time and with increased understanding of God's role in my life. I am grateful for His forgiveness, patience, and kindness. I feel the Spirit as I immerse myself in the scriptures, pray for guidance and support, and place my burdens on the Lord. God is amazing, and his love draws me into this faith, which I have come to know is true.
How I live my faith
Being a Mormon is a daily commitment. I strive to live my faith through study of the scriptures, personal prayer, and service to others. I have a calling--a volunteer service assignment--that lets me work on many different kinds of projects and activities in our area. For example, I helped with a youth conference where we did a production involving over 200 teenagers singing, dancing, and performing on stage. Yes, we got all those teenagers to do that, and it was amazing. I am also involved in several community activities, such as raising awareness about organ and tissue donation, kidney disease, and promoting blood donation. I do these things because my faith teaches me that I have a responsibility to make a difference in the world.