Does God really send us trials? A comforting truth about adversity

A life-threatening experience after the birth of my first baby led me to think more deeply about God’s role in hardships.
“This is a reason for all of us to rejoice and express gratitude for such a significant blessing.”
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This viral comedy creator says her emotional response all goes back to her own experience in Young Women.
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The annual gathering includes current and emeritus members of the Primary, Young Women, and Relief Society presidencies and councils.
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“I called my mom right after that to tell her something had changed.”
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May 18, 2026 02:37 PM MDT
Enjoy beautiful statues, exhibits, and gardens.
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May 18, 2026 12:00 PM MDT
The video is hosted by Danor Gerald, an actor and Latter-day Saint convert.
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May 13, 2026 10:47 AM MDT
“It felt like I was not just entering a holy place but a place that I had helped prepare for the Lord.”
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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
May 12, 2026 02:56 PM MDT
From a customized monogram to a thoughtful note, here are a few creative ways to say congrats.
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May 12, 2026 11:01 AM MDT
The Church will match and donate concert ticket revenue to trusted charities.
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May 11, 2026 03:13 PM MDT
“I thought I had to change my entire personality to be a good leader. Then, I learned a powerful lesson from Sister Jean B. Bingham.”
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July 11, 2023 01:08 PM MDT
Christ’s mortal life is the key to understanding His identifying power—the capacity to understand, relate to, and guide us through our every-day challenges.
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July 11, 2023 07:10 AM MDT
Starting July 6, 45 original Minerva Teichert paintings will be on display and open to the public at the Church History Museum.
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July 11, 2023 06:00 AM MDT
The topic and reality of infertility among families worldwide is not lost on Church leaders. Here‘s what leaders have actually said about infertility.
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July 10, 2023 06:12 PM MDT
Like the light and lines of Gothic architecture, the covenants I make inside the temple point my soul toward the Savior.
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July 10, 2023 01:00 PM MDT
Discover the perfect blend of fashion and heritage with StatesmanTies.com!
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Fun
July 10, 2023 10:00 AM MDT
What can make family time more fun than a game? Here’s a list of games the entire family can enjoy that will make you laugh, think, and feel more connected.
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July 10, 2023 06:00 AM MDT
“This is a salvific sisterhood, and when men and women on a general and a local level understand this, we understand the role of Emma Smith in concert with her prophet husband.”
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July 07, 2023 06:00 AM MDT
One Latter-day Saint’s journey to fashion success started with the Relief Society and has taken him all the way to the runway. Here’s how.
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Asia’s first “For the Strength of Youth Facility” has been specifically designed to host FSY conferences, helping Latter-day Saint youth have fun, strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ, and feel joy and belonging as they live the gospel.
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