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President Eyring Dedicates the Church's 152nd Temple

ChurchofJesusChrist.org - A building with a unique history, the beautiful Philadelphia Pennsylvania Temple was dedicated this weekend following a cultural celebration entitled " We the People ." (See photos of the beautiful interior or a video that takes you on a virtual tour of the temple .) Video from Mormon Newsroom. The temple received quite a bit of attention during the open house, including being praised by the Philadelphia Inquirer  as well as receiving a large group of Amish visitors. Not too many years ago, President Henry B. Eyring returned to the small rock chapel in Philadelphia where he was baptized a member...

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Why Do We Feel Damaged When Others Are Blessed?

ChurchofJesusChrist.org - What an inspiring post that reminds us of Elder Holland's counsel: "Brothers and sisters, there are going to be times in our lives when someone else gets an unexpected blessing or receives some special recognition. May I plead with us not to be hurt—and certainly not to feel envious—when good fortune comes to another person? We are not diminished when someone else is added upon. We are not in a race against each other to see who is the wealthiest or the most talented or the most beautiful or even the most blessed. The race we are really in is the...

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Catholic Professor: The Book of Mormon Is a Miraculous Text

Danielle B. Wagner - Many might not know Catholic professor Dr. Stephen H. Webb, but he did much to champion LDS beliefs, values, and scriptures. When most of the world refused to view Mormons as Christians, he publicly defended them, saying, "Mormons are more Christian than many mainstream Christians who do not take seriously the astounding claim that Jesus is the Son of God."  When Webb passed away at the age of 54 on March 5, 2016, many, including Mormon scholars, mourned the loss of this incredible man. "No contemporary non-LDS theologian engaged with Mormon theology with more care and rigor than Stephen H. Webb,"...

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With Church Activities, Are We Filling Time or Changing Lives?

Deseret News - What a great perspective check to help us keep in mind what is most important. One of our board members recently attended a local council meeting focused on improving the quality of ward gatherings. The brother offering the closing prayer said, “It is easy to fill the time; it is hard to change lives.” This remarkably true statement applies to every class, meeting or activity held at Church. Activities are an important part of our youth programs, whether it is a regular Mutual activity night or a special event such as youth conferences, camp, trek or other gatherings. It is a...

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Sister Burton and Sister Marriott Travel and Minister to Saints in US and Caribbean

Katharine Lyon - Prior to the general women's session of the 186th Semiannual General Conference, Sister Neill F. Marriott, second counselor in the Young Women general presidency, and Sister Linda K. Burton, Relief Society general president, helped bring comfort to Church members in Louisiana, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. Sister Marriott, whose home state of Louisiana experienced devastating floods , traveled with other Church leaders in early September to encourage and serve flood victims, other volunteers, and Church members in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.       ► You'll also like:  Apostles, David Archuleta Travel to Louisiana to Give Hope to Flood Victims Sister Marriott shared in...

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The Church Will Never Have the World's Approval, and That's Okay

Deseret News - Persecution, misunderstanding, hostility—these are nothing new to the Lord's Church. They've been a constant in any dispensation. So, when people might attack or misrepresent your beliefs, don't get discouraged. Jesus Christ’s true disciples don’t do good to earn praise from others (see Matthew 6:1-6). However, most members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints want their church to be well regarded so others might be moved to consider its claims. In this, they obey Jesus: “Let your light so shine before men,” he said, “that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven”...

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What an LDS Broadway Star Taught Me About How God Blesses Our Lives

Jason F. Wright - Last Sunday I had the pleasure of attending  An Evening with Broadway singer Sandra Turley and Family . Sandra, her husband Josh, and their four children visited our humble town of Woodstock, Virginia, and the whole gang participated in the program. Sandra spent three years playing the role of Cosette in  Les Miserables  and perhaps the best way to describe Sandra’s talent is with this observation from a good friend also in attendance that night. “She has one of those voices that when you first hear it, you think it can't be real.” People say that about my voice too, but...

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Exhausted Dad: How Giving the Sacrament to a Dying Woman Changed My Perspective

LDS Living Staff - With four children under the age of five, Bart's life was already exhausting when he joined a service group organized by his ward.  But as he got involved, he had a particularly poignant experience administering the sacrament to a dying woman that changed his perspective on service forever.  ► You'll also like:  LDS Woman Diagnosed with Painful Disease: A Voice Told Me My Body Would Be Perfect One Day Screen shot from youtube.com If you're looking for ways your family can serve others, check out  52 Weeks of Fun Family Service   available at deseretbook.com .  ...

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Hilary Weeks Begins Her First-Ever Concert Tour (+ 5 Fun Facts About the #1 Billboard Artist)

Jamie Armstrong - Hilary Weeks has enjoyed a long and successful music career, but did you know that the LDS singer-songwriter has never done a concert tour?  Well, that's all about to change! With the release of her new album, Love Your Life, she is also launching her Love Your Life concert tour this week, and she couldn't be more excited about it. "I love the thought of people listening to my music in their homes and cars, but the thought of a concert filled with this new music as well as some oldies but goodies just makes me want to do a cartwheel in the living...

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Pew Study Finds Mormons Are Becoming Less Republican (+ the Reasons Behind It)

Katharine Lyon - In 2014, Mormons were the most Republican religious group in the United States. However, a recent Pew study  comparing how voters identify based on their religion, race, and gender shows a political shift among LDS voters. Although 78 percent of Mormon voters identified as Republican in 2012, the 2016 Pew study found that only 69 percent of Mormon voters identify or "lean" Republican. However, a 9 percent shift isn't as dramatic as it may sound. Quin Monson, a political science professor at Brigham Young University, told KUER , "This feels like a reversion to where it should be. It spiked up with...