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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April 01, 2022 10:30 AM MDT
To get his Sunday School class more engaged, Matthew Barnum put a Wordle puzzle on the board related to the week’s lesson. Now he’s taken that idea to the next level.
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April 01, 2022 09:19 AM MDT
Read about the heartwarming reasons why this son has been anxiously awaiting the release of the 1950 Census records.
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April 01, 2022 07:35 AM MDT
For the month of April, the LDS Living Book Club will be reading “Grace to Become” by Emily Belle Freeman.
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March 31, 2022 01:57 PM MDT
Johnson and his family recently visited the Polynesian Cultural Center for an unforgettable celebration of his ancestry.
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March 31, 2022 01:56 PM MDT
"Though the conditions are dire, we are not helpless. Our connection to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ can heal our wounds, our hearts, and the world," Elder Uchtdorf said.
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March 31, 2022 01:24 PM MDT
To help prepare your spirit for this weekend’s new messages, here are six inspiring quotes from October 2021 general conference talks.
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March 30, 2022 04:49 PM MDT
President Ballard gave his first talk after very little notice—he didn't even have enough time to prepare notes.
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March 30, 2022 12:42 PM MDT
The Church’s World Report takes a look back at the last six months of news, projects, and messages from Church leaders.
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March 30, 2022 12:19 PM MDT
Who wouldn’t want to have a Sunday School lesson on Joseph in Egypt taught by Donny Osmond himself?
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