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.

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Latter-day Saint Life
When is it OK to use the term ‘Mormon’?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.”
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Interfaith
Latter-day Saint Life
A recent religious poll highlights a unique Latter-day Saint quality we can be proud of
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Latter-day Saint Life
What Church leaders have actually said about animals in heaven
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
April 11, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
Will our pets and other animals be joining us in heaven?
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From the Church
Here’s the 2022 statistical report: How does it compare with 2021?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
April 07, 2023 09:33 AM MDT
The Church released the 2022 statistical report during the Saturday afternoon session of general conference.
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Recommended by Us
All April 2023 conference addresses now available online + in beautiful new study journal
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Feature Stories
10 reasons why April 6 is significant in Church history
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
April 05, 2023 07:33 AM MDT
Why does the sixth of April hold such importance in the Church?
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Feature Stories
Called to paint: This Latter-day Saint veteran is on a mission to create portraits of deceased missionaries
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Fun
Quiz: What do the Apostles’ and First Presidency’s initials stand for?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Latter-day Saint Life
When and why did we start using middle initials in Church leaders’ names?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
March 15, 2023 10:07 AM MDT
Have you ever wondered why Church leaders’ names tend to contain so many initials?
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Latter-day Saint Life
What are the 5 covenants made in the temple endowment?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Watch: 3 Hebrew words to transform how you read the New Testament
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
December 12, 2022 10:54 AM MST
Understanding these Hebrew words may bring some unexpected insights into your New Testament study next year.
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Mini Feature
‘Lola Dutch’ artist on faith, imagination, and bringing wonder to children
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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From the Church
Statue of Joseph Smith joins 54 other ‘messiahs of peace’ in India’s World Peace Dome
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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Latter-day Saint Life
What’s it like to participate at Church with celiac or allergies, and how can we understand and help?
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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?
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Latter-day Saint Life
This RM wondered if he should continue his mission—now he’s encouraging others to stay with new video
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.”
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Latter-day Saint Life
Chocolate, blood transfusions, polygamy: Survey shows what Americans think about our beliefs
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
November 11, 2022 01:56 PM MST
A new survey shows that Americans know little about the Church—but most don’t dislike it.
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Latter-day Saint Life
Elder Andersen recognizes Tony Finau, voted ‘nicest player’ on PGA Tour
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.”
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All October 2022 conference addresses now available online + in beautiful new study journal
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
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.
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From the Church
With the old maps overflowing, ‘Church News’ creates 6 new maps to show location of each temple worldwide
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 25, 2022 11:52 AM MST
With too many temples to fit on the two previous maps, these six were created show the Church’s 265 temples worldwide.
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From the Church
‘Dear Tonga’: Read Primary children’s sweet letters to disaster victims
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 25, 2022 11:46 AM MST
Primary children in New Zealand wrote messages expressing love for people in Tonga affected by the volcanic eruption.
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From the Church
Read new Church pamphlet highlighting common ground for Muslims and Latter-day Saints
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 20, 2022 02:06 PM MST
This new booklet was written with collaboration from respected Muslim leaders to help foster understanding and respect.
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Latter-day Saint Life
These illustrations are simple, but they may cause a profound shift in how you think of your resolutions
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 19, 2022 11:22 AM MST
The Come Unto Christ Facebook page recently posted a series of images that might make you rethink your goals for this year.
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From the Church
Elder Holland once shared 1 family’s tragic driveway accident. Now he tells what their additional trials teach about forgiveness
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 19, 2022 10:32 AM MST
At a BYU devotional, Elder Holland spoke about how one family's tragic experiences teach about forgiveness and restitution.
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See new Jorge Cocco art inspired by compassion for refugees and strangers
Jake Frandsen
By  Jake Frandsen
January 13, 2022 05:00 PM MST
“These paintings interpret uncertainty: no sky or heavens, no progress, no front, no back, no future, no past. These are the feelings of the strangers.”
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