Pres. Porter shares one of her darkest moments—and how she found light

On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
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Feel prepared to receive your endowment with a calm mind and an open heart.
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Above all, President Rosemary K. Chibota says she is excited to serve “God’s finest, the little children.”
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This phrase can impact how often you want to go—and how you feel when you’re there.
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July 16, 2026 10:40 AM MDT
A prophet called this account “one of the finest stories in all of the scriptures.”
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July 16, 2026 10:15 AM MDT
Each square represents stories of eternal families and the temple.
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July 13, 2026 11:03 AM MDT
President Junior Banza was the first person baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Podcasts

Exploring what it means to be “all in” the gospel of Jesus Christ
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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
July 10, 2026 01:07 PM MDT
From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
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July 10, 2026 10:45 AM MDT
“Give it a go, and see how you feel,” Elder Kearon advises.
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July 10, 2026 10:41 AM MDT
The upgrades will improve care for patients and working conditions for staff.
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October 08, 2019 12:39 PM MDT
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Wendy — along with Elder D. Todd Christoffersonof the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife, Katherine — will travel to Asia in mid-November as the prophet continues his worldwide ministry. These global faith leaders will visit four countries in seven days, with trips to Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore and Indonesia, from November 15 to November 22, 2019.
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Fun
By  LDS Living
October 08, 2019 12:00 PM MDT
Over a decade ago, author Jason Wright wrote a Christmas Book, Christmas Jars, that became a New York Times bestseller and sparked a national movement. Now, people all over the world have started their own Christmas jars traditions to help those in need. This year, the movement is getting a new chapter. Fans across the country can see the highly anticipated film Christmas Jars in theaters on November 4th in a special event presented by BYUtv.
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October 08, 2019 09:27 AM MDT
“The ability to qualify for, receive, and act upon personal revelation is the single most important skill that can be acquired in this life” (Julie B. Beck, “And upon the Handmaids in Those Days will I Pour out my Spirit,” Ensign, May 2010), but between dirty diapers and fruit snacks, it often feels like an impossible feat.
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Fun
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October 07, 2019 10:00 PM MDT
This past conference was full of many memorable moments. And to help you reflect on all that happened this past conference, here are a few photos from the Deseret News and Church News. To view the full galleries and talk summaries, visit the Church News.
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October 07, 2019 07:00 PM MDT
Earlier this year, I interviewed the directors of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, Mack Wilberg and Ryan Murphy, on the All In podcast, and selfishly took the opportunity to put in a request for an upcoming guest artist.
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October 07, 2019 06:15 PM MDT
A year ago, I wrote my first “three things I learned” piece, offering my take on some of the messages from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during general conference.
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October 07, 2019 04:00 PM MDT
"Several months ago, at the end of a temple endowment session, I said to my wife, 'I hope the sisters understand the spiritual treasures that are theirs in the temple,'" President Russell M. Nelson said during the women's session of general conference. "Every woman and every man who makes covenants with God and keeps those covenants, and who participates worthily in priesthood ordinances, has direct access to the power of God. Those who are endowed in the house of the Lord receive a gift of God’s priesthood power by virtue of their covenant, along with a gift of knowledge to know how to draw upon that power."
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October 07, 2019 02:50 PM MDT
Watch the Brick’Em Young Missionary Figurines sing a pop version of “I Hope They Call Me on a Mission” by clicking on the following link. This song is FREE to download at www.BrickEmYoung.com!
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By  LDS Living
October 07, 2019 02:13 PM MDT
As Derek watched all the other missionaries milling about the Provo MTC, he felt like a fish out of water.
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