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Why Elizabeth Smart’s grandmother’s passing inspired her to compete on ‘The Masked Dancer’
On Wednesday night’s episode of The Masked Dancer, Latter-day Saint…
Her two grandfathers were presidents of the Church. Here’s why her legacy doesn’t stop there
“Over my dead body are you tearing that house down.”…
How one woman clung to Christ during her husband’s affair
My husband’s affair didn’t come out all at once. Instead,…
142 years ago, the first Primary meeting was held. Here’s some of what’s changed since then
This week, for the 142nd anniversary of that first Primary…
This 6-year-old went viral for saving his sister from a dog. Here’s the invitation his Latter-day Saint family extends to the world
His story has been covered by major news outlets such…
5 things 2 Latter-day Saint moms with children of color want you to know
In the wake of people of color being killed and…
Elders Holland and Cook Discuss Being Young Missionary Companions in New “My Plan” Videos
Elders Jeffrey R. Holland and Quentin L. Cook of the…
How 1 Latter-day Saint Farmer’s Decision to Give Away 2 Million Potatoes Had a Worldwide Impact
“For whatever reason, this particular story of us giving the…
Elder Bednar Was Just Quoted in This National Comic Strip
If you read the comics each day, you may have…
7 Experiences from Worldwide Fast Participants You Don’t Want To Miss
The stories began to roll in even before the fast—witnesses…
Elder Holland Shares the First Step for Young Adults to Achieve Their Destiny
“Wherever you live, whatever your joys or sorrows, however young…
How 1 Latter-day Saint Couple Who Tested Positive with Coronavirus Maintained Optimism during Quarantine
At first, just 10 people on the Diamond Princess cruise…
Provo Ranked No. 1 for Best Dating Scene in the United States
Provo is well-known as the home of Brigham Young University,…
3 Stories of Latter-day Saint Faith Headed to Super Bowl LIV
In just two weeks, the Kansas City Chiefs and San…
An Apostle’s Counsel to Missionaries Questioning Their Worthiness
Elder Neil L. Andersen: "For those who are beginning the…
Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: What Is and Isn’t Appropriate in Married Sexuality?
How can we tell when we’ve crossed the line from…
One Powerful Promise or Invitation from Every Talk in the October 2019 General Conference
Now that general conference is over, it's important to internalize…
5 Suggestions for Living with Doubt in Faithful Ways
How can we live with doubt in faithful ways, and…
When Marie Osmond Was Offered $5 Million to Be in “Playboy” and Donny Was Asked to Fake a Drug Bust to Help Their Careers
During an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Donny and Marie…
Donny and Marie Receive Key to Las Vegas Strip, Names on Walk of Stars
After 11 years and more than 1,600 performances at the…
Meet the 11-Year-Old Latter-day Saint Starring in the Fast and Furious Spinoff with “The Rock”
Eliana Su’a does resemble the Disney animated character Moana. There…
Pain Relief or Healing: What Are We Seeking from Christ?
I must have walked past the bishop’s office at least…
Latter-day Saint Girl from Viral Side-Eyeing Meme Shares the Story Behind Her Accidental Rise to Fame
It's not every day that you see "the patron saint…
4 Ways to Reduce Anxiety, According to the Scriptures
Anxiety is an “opposition” faced by many people. It creates…
When Herbert Hoover Praised the Women of the Church During WWI
Latter-day Saint women have always been able to hold their…
The Miraculous First Words a Child with Nonverbal Autism Said to His Father
For eight years, Chris believed his son would never speak…
Tan France of “Queer Eye” Praises Latter-day Saints, Cites President Hinckley
Tan France, fashion expert for the wildly popular Netflix series…
Bishop Caussé, Nicolas Giusti Hit No. 1 on Classical Billboard Charts
It's not often you see the presiding bishop of The…
5 Things Couples Dealing With Infertility in Your Ward Wish You Knew
Did you know that according to the Centers for Disease…
Sacrament Meeting on a War Ship and Other Powerful Photos of Latter-day Saints During Wartime
Latter-day Saints have a rich heritage of patriotism, going all…
How Do I Participate at Church When I Feel Like I Don’t Belong?
It’s natural to hope our ward will change and accept…
Would a Different Patriarch Give Me the Exact Same Blessing?
All patriarchal blessings come from God. They are revelations from…
When the Gestapo Arrested Three Latter-day Saint Missionaries
Elder Wallace D. Montague reported that he and two other…
What Happened When 4 Soldiers Saw a Temple Square Van in Iraq
In the Anbar province, Iraq, near the end of March…
Donny and Marie Osmond Announce End of Vegas Show on “Good Morning America”
Donny and Marie Osmond announced the end of their prolific…
7 Ways We Can Better Love and Accept Our LGBTQ Brothers and Sisters
As we seek to minister in the Lord’s way, it…
How a Hollywood Fashion Designer Stood for Her Faith and Helped Shape Modern Temple Garments
Rose Marie Reid exemplified being a strong and devout member…
4 Ways You Can Help a Struggling Missionary
Missionaries can deal with a slew of issues, and as…
What to Do When You and Your Spouse Disagree on How to Live the Gospel
Couples can work through many religious differences successfully—and grow closer…
9 Ways to Control Your Anger Instead of Letting It Control You
When our fears are triggered, our natural instinct is to…
On “Dr. Phil,” Relationship Expert Quotes D&C, Joseph Smith
On Monday, viewers who tuned into Dr. Phil might have been surprised…
How This Latter-day Saint’s Unusual Response to a Scammer Changed the Lives of Hundreds in Liberia
The day Latter-day Saint Ben Taylor's life took an unexpected…
How Motherhood and the Atonement Helped Me Overcome Anorexia
When things were so dark and lonely as I lost…
Three Questions to Ask Yourself When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
I love that ministry in the Church helps me get…
Jim Caviezel Starring in Hollywood Movie About Latter-Day Saint and Former CIA Agent Tim Ballard
A Hollywood actor is calling his role as a Latter-day…
Latter-day Saint Dancers Win “World of Dance” Despite a Serious Last Minute Obstacle
Latter-day Saint dancers Charity Anderson and Andres Peñate have made…
Were We Foreordained in Our Premortal Life? A Look into How God’s Time and Calls Work
Everyone who believes in God at all believes that He…
The 9-Year-Old CEO and Latter-day Saint Who Dedicates His Time to Serving Others
“Dad, I can’t wait to go on a mission,” Chase…
Church Releases Letter About Suicide Prevention and Helping Others After Loss
On August 9, the Church released a letter outlining how Church members…
Family Counselor: How We Can Use the Atonement to Build Trust with Youth and Create Life-Changing Conversations
A few days ago, a beautiful young person met with…
Five Tips for LDS Mid-Singles: How to Find a Love That Lasts
As a professional matchmaker, I have been privileged to hear…
Building a Celestial Marriage at Any Stage
Love is one of the most profound emotions known to…
What We Know About the First Endowment in the Kirtland Temple and How the Endowment Changed Over Time
The Kirtland Temple endowment was central to the Lord’s purpose…
How to Conquer Your “Favorite Sins” For Good
We each have our own “favorite sins” that, for some…
7 Things Emma Smith Wanted the Women of the Church to Know
This faithful woman sacrificed much to help bring forth the…
The Conversation This Marriage Counselor Had with Her Future Son-in-Law About Sexual Intimacy
As a faith-based culture we are great at teaching morality…
3 Ways Men and Women Exercise Unrighteous Dominion in Their Marriages Without Realizing It
Unrighteous dominion may not seem like something Mormons would encounter…
Why Women Struggle with Pornography Too (And How to Talk with Your Daughter About It)
“I have daughters, so I’m not worried.” I’ve heard this…
How to Talk to Children About Temple Covenants After a Divorce
All I ever wanted to be in life was a…
LDS Family Shares Miracles Behind Transformation of Baby Delivered at 23 Weeks
While news organizations like The Independent, Cosmopolitan, and Women's Health have written articles…
How a Mormon and a Conference Protester Became Unlikely Friends
As Bryan Hall walked up to a group of general…
LDS Mom Featured on “People,” “Inside Edition” Gives Birth to Quintuplets
Moving to from St. George, Utah, to Phoenix, Arizona. Seven…
A Letter for Those Who Don’t Make It Into BYU
When I wasn’t accepted to BYU I felt sad and…
A Powerful Letter to Young Mormons About Sex and What They Need to Understand
Soon, you’ll be hungry not only to renew life but…
Preventing Pornography Addiction: 3 Ways LDS Families Can Help Break the Shame Cycle
Ironically, the very methods we use to encourage purity in…
Methodist Mom: How My Son’s Mormon Mission Changed My Life
I had missed him more than I could have imagined.…
6 Ways to Support Your Missionary Emotionally and Spiritually While They Wait to Enter the MTC
Each missionary’s story is unique. Some have battled anxiety and…
“USA Today” Shares Viral Video of Paralyzed LDS Man’s “Exhilarating High Dive”
Two weeks after returning from his mission, Cliff Devries received life-changing…
Elder Hales Featured by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: “He Has Returned with Honor”
Every day the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs chooses one…