A step-by-step guide for every first-time temple goer

Feel prepared to receive your endowment with a calm mind and an open heart.
This phrase can impact how often you want to go—and how you feel when you’re there.
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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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From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
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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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July 15, 2026 01:44 PM MDT
On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
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Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
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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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July 09, 2026 10:55 AM MDT
Members recently gathered to tour the new building.
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July 09, 2026 09:51 AM MDT
Let these scriptural and prophetic reminders inspire you to strengthen your circles.
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By  LDS Living
December 20, 2016 01:00 PM MST
In this heartwarming new video, the music group Dahlia Row perform a cover of "December Song," by Peter Hollens, and share the spirit of giving and the magic of Christmas. Watch what happens when one little boy writes a selfless letter to Santa in the #LIGHTtheWORLD music video below:
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Most model nativities feature this classic display: Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the wise men, and the shepherds.
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Fun
By  LDS Living
December 20, 2016 12:13 PM MST
Grab the family, grab the popcorn, and settle in because we've rounded up the best LDS movies of 2016! These faith-affirming movies are sure to become family favorites.
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In Doctrine and Covenants section 124:125, it says “I give unto you my servant Joseph to be a presiding elder over all my church, to be a translator, a revelator, a seer, and prophet.”
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December 19, 2016 05:15 PM MST
Recently, Mitt Romney shared with TheSalt Lake Tribune a bit about his recent "political journey," one he admits "was surely not so bizarre as the 2016 campaign." Romney, who was a vocal critic of Trump during the presidential campaign, admits he was critical in the past but that he hopes "that he will be successful in fostering greater prosperity and peace."
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Fun
December 19, 2016 04:59 PM MST
Read more inspiring stories and "footsteps" from Primary children by clicking the link below.
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December 19, 2016 04:17 PM MST
The following is a true Christmas story, one that can help inspire each of us to share the Savior's love and light. The narrator of the story is the daughter of the man whose story is being told. She was only 6 years old when this story took place and the original kitchen set she received was used in this video.
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By  LDS Living
December 19, 2016 03:52 PM MST
Amidst the "Jingle Bells" and "Sleigh Rides," it's refreshing to hear a Christmas song not often played on the radio—one that reminds us of Christ and the true joy of the season. This angelic version of "Once in Royal David's City" sung by LDS artists Christiana Pinborough and Camille Smith—who together make up The Merriam Websters—will leave you in awe both of their beautiful voices as well the simple majesty of our Savior's birth.
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Fun
December 19, 2016 03:04 PM MST
As the weather turns stormy and cold and the nights grow longer, there's one thing about the blustery holiday weather I love the most: snuggling up with a blanket and cocoa to watch a Christmas movie. Cartoon, claymation, classic, or Hallmark—it doesn't matter the kind, I'm a sucker for anything that brings that feeling of excitement and holiday magic.
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