Jake Frandsen

Jake Frandsen

Jake Frandsen is the former managing editor for LDS Living. He previously worked for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he led the team that edits and produces the Church’s curriculum products. He holds linguistics bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Brigham Young University.

July 24, 2023 06:06 AM MDT
The Church’s official guidelines mention two specific contexts in which it’s appropriate to use the term “Mormon.”
2 Min Read
April 14, 2023 03:13 PM MDT
A phenomenon highlighted in a recent Pew survey could be a sign that Latter-day Saints are trying to be kind and nonjudgmental to those around them.
2 Min Read
April 11, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Will our pets and other animals be joining us in heaven?
3 Min Read
April 07, 2023 09:33 AM MDT
The Church released the 2022 statistical report during the Saturday afternoon session of general conference.
1 Min Read
April 05, 2023 04:05 PM MDT
In addition to reading online, you can revisit each conference address in a wide-margin journal—now available for preorder.
1 Min Read
April 05, 2023 07:33 AM MDT
Why does the sixth of April hold such importance in the Church?
4 Min Read
March 29, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Wounded Vietnam vet JR Johansen knew his health was failing, yet he answered a call to paint missionaries who died while serving. Now, scores of portraits later, he’s brought healing to grieving families all over the world—and to himself.
8 Min Read
Fun
March 15, 2023 10:07 AM MDT
This quick quiz will test your knowledge of the names behind the initials of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
1 Min Read
March 15, 2023 10:07 AM MDT
Have you ever wondered why Church leaders’ names tend to contain so many initials?
3 Min Read
February 08, 2023 01:32 PM MST
Sharing appropriate details can help prepare those entering the temple for the first time, so they are not surprised by what takes place.
1 Min Read
December 12, 2022 10:54 AM MST
Understanding these Hebrew words may bring some unexpected insights into your New Testament study next year.
1 Min Read
December 03, 2022 11:26 AM MST
Sarah Jane Wright believes childhood should be a more whimsical place—so she creates art for kids that captures the wonder of laughter, friendship, and faith.
7 Min Read
November 29, 2022 10:04 AM MST
A statuary hall in India has installed a statue of Joseph Smith, honored as one who promoted world peace.
1 Min Read
November 16, 2022 11:39 AM MST
How can we lighten the burden of our brothers and sisters who deal with celiac disease or food allergies?
8 Min Read
November 16, 2022 11:32 AM MST
“It’s not unusual for missionaries to have a time on their mission when they second-guess why they came out and if they should stay.”
2 Min Read
November 11, 2022 01:56 PM MST
A new survey shows that Americans know little about the Church—but most don’t dislike it.
1 Min Read
October 31, 2022 01:42 PM MDT
When Golf Digest asked players and staff who’s the nicest player on tour, “Tony Finau’s name came up more than anybody else’s.”
1 Min Read
October 06, 2022 12:16 PM MDT
In addition to reading online, you can revisit each conference address in a wide-margin journal—now available for preorder.
1 Min Read
April 05, 2022 11:09 AM MDT
The Church has released an Easter-themed video for 2022, presented in a cinematic new format.
1 Min Read
April 02, 2022 04:27 PM MDT
The Church released the 2021 statistical report during the Saturday afternoon session of general conference.
1 Min Read
April 01, 2022 12:23 PM MDT
Romanian Ambassador visited the First Presidency to speak in part about Church response to the refugee crisis in Eastern Europe.
1 Min Read
March 29, 2022 01:40 PM MDT
To help get into conference mode, quickly review one invitation from each October 2021 talk by the First Presidency and Twelve.
4 Min Read
March 23, 2022 03:00 PM MDT
Rob Gardner’s beloved concert film portraying the final days of the Savior’s life will return to theaters for a limited Easter run.
2 Min Read
March 18, 2022 11:20 AM MDT
With two years of the pandemic in hindsight, do members see any lasting benefits to the changes enacted by the Church?
3 Min Read