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Danielle Christensen

Danielle is a features writer and editor for LDS Living. Previously, she served as web producer for Church News, where she managed its website and social media platforms. Danielle is a graduate of Brigham Young University in English and has been published with Deseret News, Church News, Y Magazine, and Spires Intercollegiate Arts and Literary Magazine.

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Feature Stories
‘You need to take a picture of the temple’: The prompting that helped a Honduran family start a new life
Danielle Christensen
By  Danielle Christensen
June 01, 2023 12:12 PM MDT
Eduardo Maradiaga didn’t know it then, but the photo he took of the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple was about to go on a journey that would give him and his family hope as they started new lives in the US.
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‘When shall these things be?’: What we should remember when studying the Second Coming
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 25, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Many of us would like to know when the Second Coming is going to happen. After all, it is the latter days, so we know the event is closer than it ever has been before. But when will it actually take place?
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How the Bangkok Thailand Temple’s project manager was inspired to join the Church
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 25, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Meet Anurat Kaeocha, one of the newest members of the Church in Thailand and project manager for the Bangkok Thailand Temple.
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Here’s the status of all 133 temples announced by President Nelson
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 19, 2023 03:57 PM MDT
See a list of all the temples President Nelson has announced since 2018 and find out how far along they are in the construction process.
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Chinese roots to Silicon Valley branches: How this executive is sharing her faith and shaping the future of tech
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 15, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Marguerite Gong Hancock is a techno-optimist in Silicon Valley whose family roots, faith, and passion for humanity inspire her to bring an abundant life to civilizations worldwide.
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Talking to Jesus: How her Baptist grandmother’s faith inspires this Latter-day Saint
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 12, 2023 08:00 AM MDT
Marcia heard her grandmother constantly pray for her children, grandchildren, neighbors, and friends—and that example changed her life.
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A winning hand: How Grandpa Beck’s Games has risen to success by dealing fun to families worldwide
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 10, 2023 01:48 PM MDT
Grandpa Beck’s Games have brought families and friends together with games like Cover Your Assets, Skull King, and Gnoming A Round. Here’s how perseverance, trial and error, and a whole lot of faith have helped them rise to success.
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The important lessons we can learn from 5 mothers in the Old Testament
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By  Danielle Christensen
May 03, 2023 08:00 AM MDT
There are many mothers in the scriptures with valuable stories—here are just five from the Old Testament that we have a lot to learn from.
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3 scripture stories that may inspire you to be a little more ‘tree’
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By  Danielle Christensen
April 27, 2023 05:00 PM MDT
There are many trees mentioned in the scriptures that have spiritual lessons we can learn from. Here’s a look at three of them that have inspired me recently.
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‘Pelican of the wilderness’ and ‘owl of the desert’: Here are 29 birds mentioned in the Bible
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By  Danielle Christensen
April 26, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Pelicans, peacocks, and owls? See which birds mentioned in the Bible you’re familiar with and which ones you may have never heard of before.
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11 times President Nelson has pronounced blessings over the pulpit at general conference
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By  Danielle Christensen
March 15, 2023 08:00 AM MDT
Often, there are special moments within President Nelson’s general conference talks when he gives listeners a blessing.
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The frozen ‘Chosen’: Find out the story behind the Sermon on the Mount filming
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By  Danielle Christensen
February 15, 2023 12:09 PM MST
Fans of The Chosen wouldn’t know it by the footage of the Sermon on the Mount, but temperatures were freezing the day the cast and crew shot the scene.
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How a simple melody became a surprise fan-favorite—the story behind the Light the World music
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By  Danielle Christensen
January 18, 2023 01:00 PM MST
The background music in the Church’s Light the World videos is simple, but something about it has been capturing hearts since the first video launched in 2016.
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Christmas Mormonads to make you smile and feel the spirit of this holiday season
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By  Danielle Christensen
December 19, 2022 01:21 PM MST
These Christmas Mormonads vary from spiritual, sweet, or funny, but all are focused on the season of giving. See which ones you recognize.
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12 Days of Christmas: A daily study guide to bring the Savior into the season
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By  Danielle Christensen
December 13, 2022 06:00 PM MST
May this free study guide give you the opportunity to reflect on your testimony of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, who is the light, the life, and the hope of the world.
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Watch: GENTRI music video of ‘Silent Night’ shares powerful message of hope and healing
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By  Danielle Christensen
November 28, 2022 01:54 PM MST
Through a story of reconciliation, as well as beautiful harmonies and stirring orchestral parts, viewers are reminded of the hope and healing that the Savior brings.
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Brandon Sanderson, author of ‘Mistborn,’ talks faith, family, and his writing process
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By  Danielle Christensen
November 15, 2022 01:04 PM MST
Brandon Sanderson has been named one of the top fantasy writers ever. Here’s how, where, and why he writes.
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39 Latter-day Saint temples influenced by local culture, beauty, and nature
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By  Danielle Christensen
October 26, 2022 07:00 AM MDT
Here’s a look at motifs from Brazil to Japan in Latter-day Saint temples to help you gain a deeper appreciation for the thought that goes into designing each one.
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‘Oh no, it’s fast Sunday’: 7 suggestions to make each new month more enjoyable
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By  Danielle Christensen
October 04, 2022 03:56 PM MDT
Growing up, I’d walk into the kitchen on Sundays prepared to pour myself a bowl of cereal for breakfast. But on the first Sunday of each month, I was stopped by a paper sign that was taped to the cupboard.
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Sunday night blues got you down? Here are 6 suggestions that might help
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By  Danielle Christensen
August 19, 2022 02:54 PM MDT
if you’re feeling a bit down about the weekend slipping away, here are some ideas to help you beat those Sabbath blues and make the day more of a delight.
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Where in the world has The Tabernacle Choir performed?
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By  Danielle Christensen
August 17, 2022 08:00 AM MDT
On August 22, 1947, the Tabernacle Choir gave its first performance in Salt Lake City. Here’s a brief timeline of other “firsts” of where the Choir has performed live throughout the years.
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13 sweet reminders to inspire your conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ
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By  Danielle Christensen
August 09, 2022 04:00 PM MDT
Conversion is a process we continue to experience each and every day as we center our lives on the gospel of Jesus Christ and make His teachings a part of who we are.
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Why study Psalms for 3 weeks straight in ‘Come, Follow Me’? The reasons might surprise you
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By  Danielle Christensen
August 08, 2022 12:48 PM MDT
You may have been surprised to discover that the calendar lists the book of Psalms for our “Come, Follow Me” study for the next three weeks. Here are some interesting facts you might not have known about this book of scripture.
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31 names and terms that are no longer used by the Church
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By  Danielle Christensen
August 02, 2022 12:00 PM MDT
Take a look and see if any of these names or terms surprise you.
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