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 02, 2017 05:30 PM MST
Most directors don’t land an international superstar in their first movie. But CTU: Provo was hardly an average film shoot, and that’s just scratching the surface.
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By  LDS Living
March 02, 2017 05:14 PM MST
In preparation for the upcoming LDS Face to Face event with President Henry B. Eyring and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland in Palmyra, New York, Jerald Simon created this beautiful piano solo arrangement of "Joseph Smith's First Prayer." He hopes to help others get in the mood and be ready for the event happening Saturday at 11:00 a.m. MST (1:00 p.m. EST).
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March 02, 2017 03:48 PM MST
Elizabeth Smart shares how her harrowing experiences led her to become an advocate, found a non-profit, and inspire others. "I would like to think that I would have done it regardless, but if I really think about it, I mean I would have felt terrible, but would I have spoken out? Probably not. And even if I did, who would listen? So it has definitely changed my life for the better," she says.
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March 02, 2017 03:05 PM MST
After graduating in the top five percent of his business school class at Harvard, no one can argue that Mitt Romney went on to achieve incredible success in the world of business.
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March 02, 2017 02:43 PM MST
After struggling with infertility, the Knoell's received the heartbreaking news that one of their soon-to-be-born twins would not survive without extensive surgery. But the family soon witnessed many miracles through the life of their two little girls.
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March 02, 2017 01:23 PM MST
From Utah to Zimbabwe and Brazil to Samoa, learn more about the 32 new stake presidents called by the Church in February.
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Fun
By  LDS Living
March 02, 2017 01:10 PM MST
At 102 years old, Erma Rosenhan still works hard preparing family history names for temple work. Over the past century, Rosenhan has prepared more than 400,000 of her German ancestors' names, according to the Deseret News.
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By  LDS Living
March 02, 2017 01:05 PM MST
Recently, Mallory Everton of Studio C attended an event put on by LDS twins Lexie Kite and Lindsay Kite, who both have Ph.D.s in the study of media and body image. Together, the Kites created the non-profit Beauty Redefined that helps women find more self-worth and confidence by seeing so much more in themselves than their bodies.
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Fun
March 01, 2017 10:00 PM MST
His words make us giggle, his words make us cry. There's no place for doubt, he's one terrific guy. But whether you're a Who or a Jiggle Micpuff, his words mean much more than the regular stuff. They help us to see worlds out way far into space and remind us of principles from a heavenly place. So, we hope you enjoy and we hope you will grow from that famous Dr. Seuss who says much more than you know.
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