Pres. Porter shares one of her darkest moments—and how she found light

On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
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Feel prepared to receive your endowment with a calm mind and an open heart.
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Above all, President Rosemary K. Chibota says she is excited to serve “God’s finest, the little children.”
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This phrase can impact how often you want to go—and how you feel when you’re there.
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July 16, 2026 10:40 AM MDT
A prophet called this account “one of the finest stories in all of the scriptures.”
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July 16, 2026 10:15 AM MDT
Each square represents stories of eternal families and the temple.
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July 13, 2026 11:03 AM MDT
President Junior Banza was the first person baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Podcasts

Exploring what it means to be “all in” the gospel of Jesus Christ
A Come, Follow Me study group podcast
Using our influence as women of God to make a difference in the world.
Connect with Latter-day Saint thought leaders in a personal way
July 10, 2026 01:07 PM MDT
From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
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July 10, 2026 10:45 AM MDT
“Give it a go, and see how you feel,” Elder Kearon advises.
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July 10, 2026 10:41 AM MDT
The upgrades will improve care for patients and working conditions for staff.
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March 04, 2017 01:00 PM MST
When people tell you that you have some important lesson to learn from your suffering, politely tell them, “No, I have something important to teach.”
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March 03, 2017 10:00 PM MST
When I started working at the temple two years ago, I had no idea I was going to instantly acquire 30 or more adorable mothers and grandmothers, whom I love. They marvel over my “young memory;” set me up on dates with their nephews, grandsons, and neighbors; impart of their wisdom; and constantly remind me what a blessing it is to be working at the temple. “It’s so nice to see young people in the temple!” and “I never even thought about working here at your age!” are phrases I hear regularly.
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By  LDS Living
March 03, 2017 06:37 PM MST
As fellow Christians, the LDS Church and the Catholic Church share a mutual belief in Christ and a strong desire to serve Him.
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March 03, 2017 06:22 PM MST
“You reach a certain point in your life (when) you think, ‘What have I done with my life so far?’” returned missionary Jeremy Beck said. “When I heard how the story played out over the subsequent 15 to 20 years, I thought, ‘Wow, I made a difference in someone’s life.’”
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March 03, 2017 06:07 PM MST
"His entire team, and coach, have been supportive of his desire to serve even though they say they will desperately miss him when he’s gone," Geoff Thatcher wrote in an email.
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March 03, 2017 05:17 PM MST
Without realizing it, many women do incredible amounts of Christlike service every single day. And here are three ways that prove you are standing for our Father and Heaven—even if you don't think you're doing enough.
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March 03, 2017 04:46 PM MST
What a great way to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Relief Society and show how this inspired organization has changed the lives of women around the world.
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By  LDS Living
March 03, 2017 04:12 PM MST
It's easy to get caught up in thinking about what we don't have and what we want, but some members in the Philippines are thinking of something else instead—gratitude for what they have now.
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By  LDS Living
March 03, 2017 03:18 PM MST
It's pretty normal at a college basketball game for fans to jeer at the opposing team. But when jeers cross the line, it's not so normal for a fan to defend the opposing team that just won the game.
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