This ward dinner group has been meeting for 50 years—here’s how

The friends shared what they’ve learned after more than 600 meals together.
“The system is unlike anywhere else in the world.”
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“You [could] compare this to what you do when you win a Super Bowl. I mean, it was just that exciting.”
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The humanitarian response includes distributing approximately 5,000 assistance kits
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Many people suppose there are no conditions associated with experiencing God’s love. But the scriptures help us see an empowering truth.
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July 06, 2026 10:23 AM MDT
The conference is returning for its fourth year, running August 14–15.
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June 30, 2026 10:19 AM MDT
The purpose of the displays is to help visitors easily connect early Church history and the Nauvoo Illinois Temple to Jesus Christ.
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June 29, 2026 03:15 PM MDT
If you’re stuck in survival mode, this insight into 3 Nephi 13 can reframe how you see your most exhausting days.
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These updates can give missionaries and their families more time to prepare.
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June 26, 2026 03:08 PM MDT
“It brings together people of all ages and backgrounds.”
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June 26, 2026 10:12 AM MDT
Alan and Elizabeth Farrell are serving as mission leaders in the Perú, while their two children are serving in Chile and Oklahoma.
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By  LDS Living
August 05, 2017 03:00 PM MDT
It was a hot and sunny Saturday when Jhonatan Gonzalez and his family decided to hike a river trail known as The Narrows in Zions National Park, Utah.
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By  LDS Living
August 05, 2017 01:54 PM MDT
During the Cold War, Ezra Taft Benson—then U.S. Agriculture Secretary—hosted Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev and his family during their visit to Washington D.C. in 1959. With tensions high and hostility continuous between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, President Benson did not welcome the opportunity.
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August 05, 2017 12:00 PM MDT
This will undoubtedly be the hardest post I've ever written.
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Fun
August 05, 2017 09:00 AM MDT
Many members of the Church feel a deep connection with the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. As we read their words and listen to them speak twice a year in general conference, we are able to learn from their unique spiritual strengths and distinct teaching styles. Since we are accustomed to seeing Church leaders in spiritual settings, it can be tempting to think of these men only in a spiritual light; however, they are multidimensional people with individual interests and personalities.
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August 04, 2017 06:46 PM MDT
Sometimes we may not receive a blessing right away and we may wonder if we can trust God. But what if the real question is, can He trust us?
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August 04, 2017 02:47 PM MDT
Sometimes it can be difficult to stand up and step forward for what you believe, as LDS musician and a member of Mercy River Whitney Permann knows, especially when what you believe is constantly challenged.
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Fun
August 04, 2017 02:29 PM MDT
Note: I review for artistry, content, and worthwhile messages. The letter grades is a reflection of entertainment value and not necessarily a moral endorsement of any given film. I break down content as best as I can and without judgment so readers can make their own decisions about seeing a film. I share Gospel parallels for those who use cinema to kick-start discussion.
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By  LDS Living
August 04, 2017 02:15 PM MDT
Thanks to the Deseret News for making us aware of this video.
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