This ward’s Instagram is pure joy. Here’s how they do it

Based on their social media, the Saratoga Springs 12th Samoan Ward seems like they’re having fun all the time.
To date, over 500 students have participated in courses focused on developing career-ready skills and strengthening faith.
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“I fell in love with the way you can look at ... a picture of the Savior, and feel the story a little more,” says Holly Metcalf.
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One hundred percent of ticket sale revenues from the concert will be donated to trusted charities.
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Everything changes when we face adversity at the Lord’s side.
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April 16, 2026 03:54 PM MDT
“With Power and Authority” is now available for purchase at Deseret Book and deseretbook.com.
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April 15, 2026 10:32 AM MDT
Starting on May 18, the public can tour replicas of a celestial room and baptismal font.
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The new visitors’ center opens to the public on May 18, 2026.
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Podcasts

Exploring what it means to be “all in” the gospel of Jesus Christ
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April 10, 2026 11:30 AM MDT
There were more talks in a four-session conference than there were in October for the final five-session conference.
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April 10, 2026 10:16 AM MDT
“Life is not bleak. It is not dark. There is light.”
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April 09, 2026 11:03 AM MDT
The Church partnered with the Black 14 Philanthropy and College Football Hall of Fame to donate 36,000 pounds of food.
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July 22, 2024 08:57 AM MDT
My gospel life is not a checklist to complete but a nourishing lifestyle designed to help me experience stillness so that I can come to know God.
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July 22, 2024 08:56 AM MDT
Drawing on her experience as a psychologist, professional mediator, and Latter-day Saint mother, Emily’s advice is invaluable to any parent.
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According to the Church handbook, at the very beginning of Relief Society meetings, sisters may counsel together about subjects that mean the most to them.
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July 18, 2024 03:11 PM MDT
The new host for “Music & the Spoken Word” says the calling came as a “complete shock and surprise,” but he trusts in the Lord’s timing.
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July 18, 2024 02:53 PM MDT
In areas with many young single adults, leaders may consider recommending adjustments in units, such as a ward for members ages 18 to 25 and a separate ward for those ages 26 to 35.
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July 18, 2024 02:39 PM MDT
Singer Brandon Pak found newfound peace coming back to church after years away. Read his story and hopeful advice for supporting loved ones who leave.
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July 18, 2024 09:30 AM MDT
“Based on His characteristically radical, transformative teachings, I highly doubt Jesus Christ expects us to sit around.”
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July 18, 2024 06:17 AM MDT
After a recent visit to Auschwitz in Poland and Plötzensee Prison in Berlin, Elder Uchtdorf shared beautiful insights on unity and peace for all of God’s children.
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July 18, 2024 01:00 AM MDT
As you learn more about managing your credit, you realize how much depends on the health of your credit score. Whether your goal is to rebuild a lower score or simply to maintain a higher score, introducing a few good habits into your everyday financial routine can boost your credit and keep it in good standing. Consider these seven helpful strategies:
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