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Emily Linder

Emily is the managing editor for LDS Living. She graduated from Utah State University with a degree in English and interned for the Liahona magazine. Hiking trails, dance studios, and behind the cover of a good book are some of her favorite places to be.

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Help for Life Challenges

5 seriously good quotes to bring you hope

By Emily Linder

December 17, 2025 01:06 PM MST

Ready for an inspiring perspective shift?

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Latter-day Saint Life

Watch: This new video may help your family feel the Christmas spirit

By Emily Linder

December 16, 2025 01:56 PM MST

Sister Amy A. Wright tells of a special experience she had in a post office during one Christmas season.

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Follow the Prophets

The sweet service tradition Pres. Eyring did with his daughters

By Emily Linder

December 08, 2025 12:20 PM MST

Often, when the girls came home from school, Pres. Eyring would be waiting for them in the kitchen.

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Latter-day Saint Life

10 ways grandparents can add meaning to Christmastime

By Emily Linder

December 01, 2025 11:51 AM MST

Try these fun (and simple!) ideas for creating strong bonds and lasting memories.

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Latter-day Saint Life

What Pres. Freeman would tell every young woman considering a mission

By Emily Linder

November 25, 2025 12:33 PM MST

She shared touching advice for young women who may be feeling nervous after the age-change announcement.

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From the Church

General conference will no longer include a Saturday evening session

By Emily Linder

November 19, 2025 10:54 AM MST

Here is a look back at the last 10 years of Saturday evening sessions.

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Help for Life Challenges

2 things my son’s genetic disorder has taught me about faith

By Emily Linder

November 17, 2025 03:08 PM MST

“When I called the doctor’s office and explained what I’d seen, they told me to bring Reuben in right away.”

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Follow the Prophets

Elder Caussé’s album was once No. 1 on a Billboard chart (+ more inspiring stories from his life)

By Emily Linder

November 10, 2025 01:55 PM MST

The newest Apostle released a beautiful album with an Italian composer in 2019.

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Follow the Prophets

Pres. Christofferson testifies in Spanish of what it means to be a witness of Christ

By Emily Linder

November 04, 2025 12:50 PM MST

“I ask myself, what does it mean to be a witness of His name? I have studied it and concluded that it has a variety of meanings,” the Apostle says.

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Follow the Prophets

Watch: Apostles reflect on the ‘transcendent’ moment a new prophet is ordained

By Emily Linder

October 28, 2025 01:21 PM MDT

“It is one of the most transcendent moments a human being could have in this world,” President Holland said.

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Follow the Prophets

President Oaks wishes his wife a happy birthday in sweet new video

By Emily Linder

October 16, 2025 10:58 AM MDT

“On your birthday, I want to thank you for making me happy.”

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Latter-day Saint Life

8 inspiring facts about the life of Sister Kristen M. Oaks

By Emily Linder

October 15, 2025 09:59 AM MDT

Sister Oaks served a mission in Japan and later worked as a consultant for the largest privately held publishing house in America.

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Stories of Faith

My pregnant wife was diagnosed with cancer. Here’s how I know the Savior supported us

By Emily Linder

October 10, 2025 12:25 PM MDT

Alicia couldn’t hold or nurse the newborn because of her radiation treatments.

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Gérald Caussé new Apostle

Help for Life Challenges

The profound phrase I keep noticing in general conference talks this year

By Emily Linder

October 09, 2025 02:52 PM MDT

“I hadn’t heard the phrase before, but now it’s inspiring me to love myself and others more.”

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Latter-day Saint Life

The general conference journal: your new favorite way to study

By Emily Linder

October 08, 2025 12:03 PM MDT

The wide-margin journal with all the talks will ship out just weeks after conference ends.

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Help for Life Challenges

Church shares 5 ways to support families with neurodivergent children

By Emily Linder

September 25, 2025 03:42 PM MDT

The ideas come from a recent article in Church magazines.

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Latter-day Saint Life

A seminary teacher’s secret to helping your family love scripture study

By Emily Linder

September 22, 2025 09:54 AM MDT

Shannon Foster knows what it’s like to struggle with scripture study—and she’s found a solution.

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Follow the Prophets

Song by President Nelson added to the hymnbook

By Emily Linder

September 18, 2025 11:31 AM MDT

“I wrote the words to that song as my prayerful feelings for our Father in Heaven,” President Russell M. Nelson has said.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Utah State’s Justin Bean on what he learns from his look-alike cousin ‘the Fighting Preacher’

By Emily Linder

February 03, 2022 07:00 AM MST

Justin Bean has often been told he looks like “The Fighting Preacher,” his ancestor Willard Washington Bean. And after collision with a teammate during a game last week, the resemblance might be growing.

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From the Church

What is the new Eagle Scout award? The Young Men presidency answers

By Emily Linder

February 02, 2022 01:17 PM MST

Earning an Eagle Scout award was a formative event for many young men, and some have wondered what goal should take its place. The Young Men Presidency has a clear answer.

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Feature Stories

Cancer kept him from a mission, but his family plans to carry on Kyle’s legacy of testifying of Christ

By Emily Linder

January 26, 2022 01:54 PM MST

Kirk knew from his son’s labored, rattling breaths that his battle with cancer was nearly over. But Kirk also knew that Kyle's testimony and legacy would live on.

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Latter-day Saint Life

President Lund shares sweet story of 92-year-old man’s commitment to stacking the chairs

By Emily Linder

January 26, 2022 01:07 PM MST

Don Gardner might be older than the average deacon, but his commitment to setting up and taking down chairs is touchingly unwavering.

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From the Church

Sister Rasband walked in late. Read President Nelson’s sweet and instructive reaction

By Emily Linder

January 10, 2022 02:02 PM MST

When Sister Melanie Rasband walked in late to a large meeting, she began looking for a seat near the back. But President Nelson had another idea.

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Latter-day Saint Life

What does it mean that Eve was created from Adam’s rib? Elder and Sister Holland and others answer

By Emily Linder

January 08, 2022 04:00 PM MST

There are many lessons to be learned from the symbolism of Eve being made from a rib from Adam’s side—and all of them seem to point to the importance of marriage.

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