101 facts about President Nelson for his 101st birthday

Did you know President Russell M. Nelson played the bugle in elementary school? Read these 101 facts about his inspiring life.
“When you are doing important things, things get in your way,” the Apostle said, just moments before the sound system unexpectedly shut off.
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In the global publication, the prophet shared two truths that contribute to lasting peace.
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A university football coach teaches this principle to his players.
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Additional resources will be available in the January issue of the “For the Strength of Youth” magazine.
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September 09, 2025 04:19 PM MDT
Featuring stunning shots across New Zealand, the video honors a relative who passed away from terminal brain cancer.
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September 09, 2025 02:01 PM MDT
The prophet celebrated with a small family gathering.
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September 03, 2025 02:11 PM MDT
“In such tender times, feeling the presence of God or His angels is not uncommon.”
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September 03, 2025 09:26 AM MDT
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September 02, 2025 03:23 PM MDT
The Apostle shared pivotal lessons about how he came closer to Christ.
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April 30, 2020 06:30 PM MDT
In a recent interview with Church News, Elder Quentin L. Cook shared how to make the most of our time at home and offered insights about what “impedes our awakening unto God.”
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April 30, 2020 06:27 PM MDT
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues to provide relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Church is now distributing cash and commodities in response to an unprecedented number of humanitarian requests around the world.
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April 30, 2020 05:30 PM MDT
There's a certain magic to Christmas cheer that some wish for all year long—the lights, the decorations, the presents under the tree. For Arizona residents Cathy and Sara Konopnicki, spreading cheer to those in quarantine was on their to-do list, holiday or not.
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April 30, 2020 04:26 PM MDT
The following statement from spokesman Daniel Woodruff about missionary service in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was shared today with journalists:
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April 30, 2020 02:29 PM MDT
The following notice was sent Thursday, April 30, 2020, to leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint worldwide. Also see other ways COVID-19 is impacting Church members around the globe.
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April 29, 2020 07:41 PM MDT
Fans once filled stadiums around the world to listen to Merrill Osmond sing with his brothers—but these days Merrill is inspiring audiences in a different way with his son, Justin. A new video series, Osmond Sound Advice, features stories of overcoming. This week’s episode features The Piano Guys’ Jon Schmidt and his wife, Michelle, as they talk about losing their daughter, Annie, after a tragic hiking accident.
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April 29, 2020 03:52 PM MDT
It's been nearly 50 days since the First Presidency temporarily suspended meetings worldwide, and while some people may have adapted to the new socially-distant normal, others may still be longing for comfort during troubled times.
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April 29, 2020 12:58 PM MDT
This story appeared in the March/April 2020 issue of LDS Living.
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April 28, 2020 06:37 PM MDT
The number of temples worldwide has grown exponentially over President Russell M. Nelson’s lifetime.
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