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World Congress of Families IX: Pornography normalizes violence against women, destroys families

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
The documentary film, 'The Porn Pandemic,' was shown at the World Congress of Families IX, and those who attended the session were given complimentary copies.
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World Congress of Families IX: How traditional family advocates can respond to same-sex marriage decision

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
Rev. Katie Hotze-Wilton signs a Missouri marriage license after performing a marriage ceremony at City Hall in St. Louis in 2014. Missouri's ban on gay marriage was ruled unconstitutional before the U.S. Supreme Court legalized gay marriage in all 50 states last summer. Traditional family advocates at the World Congress of Families said Americans who disagree with the decision must continue to speak up. (Associated Press)
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World Congress of Families IX: Pornography and sex trafficking are the scourges of the Millennial generation

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
Tim Ballard answers questions from young adults following a forum about pornography and sex trafficking at the World Congress of Families on October 30 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City. (Abby Hobbs)
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World Congress of Families IX: Developing a strategic plan to support families can create success

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
Susan Yoshihara teaches a workshop on strategic planning to delegates at the World Congress of Families. (Hannah McCulloch)
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World Congress of Families IX: Next World Congress to convene April 2016 in Tbilisi, Georgia

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
The next World Congress of Families will be held May 2016, in Tbilisi, Georgia.
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World Congress of Families IX: Delegates seek to create coalitions with traditional family organizations

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
A delegate from Barbados at the World Congress of Families asks how her those who support traditional families in her country can build overseas alliances. (Allie Arnell)
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World Congress of Families IX: How parents can help children avoid the entitlement trap

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
Richard and Linda Eyre describe how to help children learn ownership, rather than entitlement, during the World Congress of Families. (Aaron Hastings)
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World Congress of Families IX: Churches, individuals must defend religious freedom

November 03, 2015 12:00 AM
Evan Lenow tells World Congress of Families delegates that faith groups must organize and lead out in defense of religious freedom. (Austin Tenny)
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World Congress of Families IX: Couples share tips on marriage and family life

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Jon and Pam Strain, Richard and Linda Eyre and Stan and Michelle Swim (left to right) took turns discussing their marital strategies for success at the World Congress of Families IX on Friday, October 30. (Jenna Barratt)
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World Congress of Families IX: Society needs to turn back toward the traditional family

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Delegates at the World Congress of Families are treated to 500 complimentary copies of Richard and Lynda Eyre's book 'The Turning.' The couple described how each family needs a system of rules and traditions.(Danica Baird)
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World Congress of Families IX: Stephanie Nielson's story of faith, family and survival

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Plane crash survivor Stephanie Nielson shares her story of faith and family during a plenary session at the World Congress of Families on Friday, October 30. (Jenna Barratt)
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World Congress of Families IX: Defending family, religious freedom, children's rights

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
A sign at the World Congress of Families IX shows the views of many advocating for the traditional family and the rights of children. (Tatiana Hernandez)
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World Congress of Families IX: Parents can help create a media-wise family

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Rich Melheim speaks about the dangers of media consumption during the World Congress of Families on Thursday. He and other panelists described how families can become 'media-wise' by providing proper media education for children. (Steven Potter)
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World Congress of Families IX: Utah pastor urges families to leave a legacy of faith

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Pastor Chad Jacobson of City Church Utah spoke about leaving a legacy of faith at the World Congress of Families IX on Oct. 29, 2015. (Steven Potter)
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World Congress of Families IX: Entrepreneurial leadership leads to successful advocacy

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Brian Brown, co-founder and president of the National Organization for Marriage, talks with a guest after his training on entrepreneurial leadership. Email communication is most effective in reaching donors and partners, Brown said. (Kjersten Johnson)
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World Congress of Families IX: Lobbyists discuss pro-family victories at the United Nations

October 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Flags representing the nations represented at the World Congress of Families were paraded on opening day and displayed through the four-day event. They represent the efforts of individuals from across the globe working to advance pro-life and pro-family policies. These efforts have been met with strong success over the past decade, speakers said. (Aaron Hastings)
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World Congress of Families IX: Parental presence is vital for children's development

October 29, 2015 12:00 AM
Destinee Galbraith and her daughter, Samantha, pause outside a session at the World Congress of Families. Galbraith said brought her daughter to the conference because family is vital to her and she wants to learn more. (Steven Potter)
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World Congress of Families IX: Individuals must act to perpetuate traditional family culture

October 29, 2015 12:00 AM
Pro-Family leaders discuss ways to support traditional families, including the use of social media to rally support against harmful media. (Hannah McCulloch)
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