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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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Latter-day Saint Life

A simple way to find Jesus in every Old Testament story

By Emily Linder

January 16, 2026 11:08 AM MST

“We don’t have to go only to the stories where He appears to someone to find Him—He is in every story.”

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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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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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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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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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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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Why we honor pioneers: Insights from President Ballard, Elder Soares, and President Jones

By Emily Linder

July 24, 2020 11:19 AM MDT

Editor's note: "This week from the pulpit" highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

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Fun

We asked, you answered: 20+ hilariously sweet and funny things kids prayed for

By Emily Linder

July 23, 2020 12:00 PM MDT

Editor’s note: “We asked, you answered” highlights memorable responses to discussion questions posed on LDS Living’s social media accounts. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram @ldsliving to contribute.

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This 6-year-old went viral for saving his sister from a charging dog. Here's the invitation his Latter-day Saint family extends to the world

By Emily Linder

July 21, 2020 05:47 PM MDT

Bridger Walker, age 6, touched the hearts of many after shielding his sister from a neighborhood dog at high cost to himself. His story has been covered by major news outlets such as Yahoo! and ABC News, and he’s received messages of love far and wide, including from celebrities like Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. But what many may not know is that the Walker family are Latter-day Saints and through this experience they have spread a message of love and a call to “comfort those that need comfort.”

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Watch: All 5 Tabernacle and Temple Square organists perform ‘The William Tell Overture’ finale

By Emily Linder

July 21, 2020 01:59 PM MDT

The five Tabernacle and Temple Square organists won’t be giving the organ pipes a break anytime soon. As part of the kick-off concert for the "Piping Up: Organ Concerts on Temple Square" series, all five musicians played a part to bring the finale from “The William Tell Overture” to life. The video displays the true skill of these organists, who filmed their parts individually at different times on the Conference Center organ and were then combined into one soundtrack. This upbeat, exciting piece is one even those unfamiliar with classical music are likely to recognize.

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Podcasts

3 principles you don’t want to miss (or misunderstand) from this week’s ‘Come, Follow Me’ chapters

By Emily Linder

July 21, 2020 12:53 PM MDT

Editor's note: “Resources to follow Him” curates study resources, teachings, and thoughts to deepen your study of this week's Come, Follow Me.

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Elder Uchtdorf issues a ‘call for heroes!’

By Emily Linder

July 17, 2020 01:13 PM MDT

Editor's note: "This week from the pulpit" highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

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