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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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Temple Worship

I saw an ad for the Church on TV. Calling the number on the screen changed my life

By Emily Linder

May 12, 2025 01:39 PM MDT

“When I received my endowment, I felt warm and tingling and kept whispering, ‘Thank you, Jesus! Thank you, Jesus!’”

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Help for Life Challenges

What to do if your spouse questions the Church: One husband’s inspiring approach

By Emily Linder

May 07, 2025 02:01 PM MDT

After supporting his wife through faith questions, David Borland shares some helpful advice.

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Latter-day Saint Life

This inspiring book is the perfect Mother’s Day gift for this year

By Emily Linder

May 05, 2025 01:46 PM MDT

The book powerfully reminds us that we were divinely created for this life and for these circumstances.

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Temple Worship

This might be the best thing to tell someone before they receive their endowment

By Emily Linder

April 29, 2025 02:16 PM MDT

Start a conversation with your loved one with this simple but profound advice.

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Latter-day Saint Life

14 graduation gifts for Latter-day Saints

By Emily Linder

April 29, 2025 02:15 PM MDT

Help the graduates in your life thrive spiritually as they move on to their next chapter.

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Latter-day Saint Life

14 timeless Mother’s Day gifts she’ll cherish

By Emily Linder

April 25, 2025 02:19 PM MDT

Feel confident you’ve found the right gift with these thoughtful options.

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Latter-day Saint Life

An inspiring story from ‘Saints’ is now a feature-length film

By Emily Linder

April 24, 2025 01:51 PM MDT

Director T.C. Christensen gave LDS Living a behind-the-scenes look at the movie.

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Temple Worship

3 takeaways from a new book on the endowment everyone is talking about

By Emily Linder

April 23, 2025 01:57 PM MDT

“After reading the book myself, I feel a deeper love and appreciation for temple endowment sessions.”

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Latter-day Saint Life

16 gifts any missionary will love

By Emily Linder

April 23, 2025 08:00 AM MDT

From mini statues of Christ to inspiring socks, find the perfect gift for your missionary.

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Latter-day Saint Life

New, incredibly beautiful ‘Gethsemane’ music video will give you chills

By Emily Linder

April 17, 2025 12:00 PM MDT

Just in time for Easter, a children’s choir joined The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for an inspiring music video.

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Latter-day Saint Life

10 minutes a day to a Christ-centered Easter week

By Emily Linder

April 11, 2025 01:28 PM MDT

Enjoy daily 10-minute devotionals focused on events in the Savior’s life. Study by yourself or with your family.

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From the Church

See how the Church has grown from 2023 to 2024

By Emily Linder

April 08, 2025 01:11 PM MDT

The greatest difference between 2023 and 2024 is in the number of converts baptized.

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Follow the Prophets

The parable that multiple speakers mentioned during conference

By Emily Linder

April 06, 2025 04:12 PM MDT

This parable, which teaches us to prepare to meet the Savior, was discussed four times throughout the weekend.

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Latter-day Saint Life

The scripture that was the ‘drumbeat’ of Patricia Holland’s motherhood

By Emily Linder

April 04, 2025 03:46 PM MDT

“She referenced it to guide us, comfort us, and reassure us,” Sister Holland’s daughter, Mary Alice, tells LDS Living.

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Latter-day Saint Life

10 powerful Easter books to bring the Savior into your life

By Emily Linder

April 01, 2025 01:41 PM MDT

We’ve compiled a list of books that would be perfect to read in the Easter season.

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Stories of Faith

When a father was losing the will to live, a gift from his 2-year-old changed everything

By Emily Linder

April 01, 2025 09:48 AM MDT

“I remember when she walked in the door,” Travis says. “She was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen in my life.”

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Stories of Faith

This NFL player faced intense pressure to not serve a mission—why he went anyway

By Emily Linder

March 20, 2025 02:04 PM MDT

Before college, Taysom Hill experienced strong opposition to his decision to put his football career on hold and serve a mission.

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Stories of Faith

How I finally found relief from decades of religious doubt

By Emily Linder

March 13, 2025 02:55 PM MDT

I started attending church regularly again at 29, was endowed at 32, and felt I was on the right path. But I was still filled with so much doubt.

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Stories of Faith

‘It was exhilarating’: YouTuber’s emotional reaction to Tabernacle Choir goes viral

By Emily Linder

October 08, 2024 03:29 PM MDT

This UK YouTuber's reaction will make your day.

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Temple Worship

The initiatory ordinance is beautifully relevant to daily life—here’s how

By Emily Linder

October 07, 2024 01:23 PM MDT

The washing and anointing of the initiatory ordinance are symbolic of healing.

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Latter-day Saint Life

An unforgettable moment from the children’s choir everyone is talking about

By Emily Linder

October 05, 2024 07:28 PM MDT

One of the most touching moments of general conference on Saturday was during the children’s choir performance of “Gethsemane.”

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April 2025 General Conference Journal Edition

Latter-day Saint Life

Our general conference journal can help you get more from the talks—here’s how

By Emily Linder

October 03, 2024 10:00 AM MDT

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

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Latter-day Saint Life

Pres. Nelson encouraged us to study this scripture chapter. Here’s a simple guide

By Emily Linder

September 26, 2024 02:08 PM MDT

Last conference, our prophet encouraged us to study a special chapter. We’ve created a guide to help you do just that before conference next week!

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Follow the Prophets

Elder Cook’s 3-step advice for raising families in a difficult world

By Emily Linder

September 19, 2024 02:01 PM MDT

“If you follow those three things, you can be safe. You can raise your family.”

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