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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January 31, 2022 10:00 AM MST
Was the flood really the "baptism" of the earth? And how does the Joseph Smith Translation help us understand the flood?
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January 31, 2022 10:00 AM MST
This "His Grace" video is a touching complement to our study of Noah and the Flood this week in Come, Follow Me.
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January 31, 2022 08:00 AM MST
Did you know the first baptism for the dead was a mother acting in proxy for her recently deceased son?
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January 28, 2022 04:22 PM MST
“If you are segregated, you don’t understand each other. You’re not communicating with each other, and the communication becomes a huge issue.”
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January 28, 2022 01:26 PM MST
To meet demand, the Washington D.C. Temple open house will be extended, and the rededication will now take place on August 14, 2022.
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January 28, 2022 01:20 PM MST
Soccer is Olivia Moultrie’s life. But two things are more important to her than the game she loves: faith and family.
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January 28, 2022 12:10 PM MST
It’s encouraging to see that even in the midst of natural disasters, God is always merciful and loving.
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January 28, 2022 11:18 AM MST
Many evacuees and families have been staying in emergency accommodations at the school following the Jan. 15 volcanic eruption and tsunami.
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January 27, 2022 02:07 PM MST
Sister Nelson shares several stories that give a personal view into President Nelson’s vibrant character and personality.
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