101 facts about President Nelson for his 101st birthday

Did you know President Russell M. Nelson played the bugle in elementary school? Read these 101 facts about his inspiring life.
“When you are doing important things, things get in your way,” the Apostle said, just moments before the sound system unexpectedly shut off.
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In the global publication, the prophet shared two truths that contribute to lasting peace.
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A university football coach teaches this principle to his players.
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“In such tender times, feeling the presence of God or His angels is not uncommon.”
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The Apostle shared pivotal lessons about how he came closer to Christ.
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“It’s going to be OK,” he reassured. “Be still and know that God is God and all flesh is in His hands.”
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September 05, 2023 05:09 PM MDT
Do you ever feel like September has a sort of New Year energy? Even if we aren’t the ones going back to school, the change of seasons often brings a desire to take a fresh look at our routines and habits and maybe carve out a little time for our own growth and learning.
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The Church has released the location of the temple to be built in Lethbridge, Alberta and an exterior rendering of the temple to be built in Austin, Texas.
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September 05, 2023 09:30 AM MDT
Rewatch the musical numbers and speakers from President Nelson's 100th Birthday Celebration here.
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A special birthday broadcast in honor of President Russell M. Nelson will be shown on Monday, September 9, 2024—his 100th birthday—at 4 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time.
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September 01, 2023 02:34 PM MDT
A new school year can bring some big feelings with it, and sometimes, that includes some back-to-school anxieties.
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More than 15 items in the Church’s General Handbook have been updated as of August 31, 2023. Here are some of the biggest changes:
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September 01, 2023 01:00 PM MDT
Where would we all be without modern cell phone technology? You can call, text, email, DM, watch television, take professional-grade photographs—and manage your finances—from your mobile banking app.
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September 01, 2023 10:34 AM MDT
Dr. Sonja Poulter is a part of the new hymnbook committee and shared a few insights into the process of compiling the Church’s new selection of sacred hymns.
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