The true meaning of ‘prosper in the land’ is better than you think

150 years ago this week, Latter-day Saint women filed into the hard benches of the Tabernacle. The San Francisco Evening Bulletin called the meeting that followed, “one of the most remarkable that has ever congregated on the continent.” The meeting came on the heels of a new law against polygamy, the very thing that made them unlikely suspects to lead the charge for women’s equality. But the women in Utah were strong and capable. That is what you will hear on the Deseret News’ new six-part podcast, Zion’s Suffragists.

The new year is starting out with a new program for children and youth, and President Dallin H. Oaks and his wife, Sister Kristen Oaks, are excited to talk to youth about the program at the first 2020 Face to Face.

Just after midnight on Friday morning, Kris Belcher, a beloved Deseret Book author and Time Out for Women speaker passed away. Belcher lived her life inspiring others despite many health challenges, including cancer that led to her losing her sight. In the wake of Belcher’s passing, Emily Belle Freeman penned the following: “She is finally able to see . . . it was the text I received just after midnight. And just like that, she was gone . . . one of the noble and great ones. And I held her hand, and I thought of the wisdom she gave every one of us. And the love. Oh, she knew how to love . . . and there was peace. #intothelight.”

Editor's Note: Our weekly Friday column, “Found in the Footnotes,” explores some of the footnotes from remarks given by General Authorities and general officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Editor's note: The launch of new temple ceremonial clothing, which was originally scheduled for March 31, 2020, is delayed due to the pandemic, according to Church Newsroom. The Church will make the new ceremonial clothing available through the online store and retail outlets at a later date.

At 4 pounds, 10 ounces, Grace fits perfectly in her parents’ arms, the light pink beanie on her head matching her pink silky skin after being delivered stillborn just weeks before her due date.

If an album was a memoir, this would be a soundtrack to the life of pianist and songwriter Paul Cardall. The Anthem Records recording artists’ evolution continues with the release of The Broken Miracle, a title inspired by his true-to-life story of being born with a congenital heart defect, and the life-long challenges that coincide. The Broken Miracle album is based on a biographical fiction novel of the same name. Written by J.D. Netto, the book will be released on February 2, with the album following on February 5.

Some of those seeking refuge from the effects of the Taal Volcano received an unexpected surprise when Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles dropped by on Wednesday.

“How can I be a better person?” “How can I feel closer to God?” “How do I strengthen my family?”