Jenny Spencer Hunt

How a Latter-day Saint and a conference protester became unlikely friends

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

March 31, 2023 09:00 AM MDT

As Bryan Hall walked up to a group of general conference protesters one cold October morning, he never thought that he would one day become friends with the ringleader, Ruben Israel, a man he had come to hate—a man he had never even met.

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10 funeral potatoes recipes to die for

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

September 17, 2022 01:44 PM MDT

Simply put, we would die and go to our own funerals to get a taste of these funerals potatoes.

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Latter-day Saint Life

How I lost 40 pounds living the Word of Wisdom

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

December 18, 2019 10:00 PM MST

Editor’s note: This story originally ran on LDS Living in August 2014.

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4 Ways You Can Help a Struggling Missionary

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

January 07, 2019 10:00 PM MST

Missionaries can deal with a slew of issues, and as a parent, sibling, or friend reading and writing letters from afar, you may feel helpless. But you’re not. Check out some ways you can help them with some of these most common struggles, and some prophetic counsel that may help as well.

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Latter-day Saint Life

How I Lost 140 Pounds by Relying on the Lord

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

January 01, 2019 10:00 PM MST

Losing 140 pounds is no easy feat. Just ask Trent Heppler. Never in a million years did he believe that he would one day shed the weight, let alone run a marathon. But Heppler learned that the power to overcome his physical weaknesses—whatever they may be—comes from a spiritual strength gained through the Savior, Jesus Christ. Growing up overweight and self-conscious, Latter-day Saint Trent Heppler always felt that exercise was just another form of torture invented to make him feel inadequate.

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20 Unique (and Easy) Ideas for Feeding Hungry Missionaries

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 28, 2018 01:01 PM MST

You may think missionaries want a hearty meal to fill them up, so pot roast or lasagna should do the trick, right? Wrong. Turns out missionaries get a lot of pot roast and way too much of anything that comes in a casserole dish—especially in the United States. Try these creative dinners that you and the missionaries are sure to love.

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3 Tips for Preparing Your Children for Baptism

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 04, 2018 10:42 PM MST

As the aunt of 10 nieces and nephews, I love to watch my brother and sisters raise their kids. Among the grandchildren in my family, we’ve got two daredevils, two wild-childs, one bossy pants, and the sweetest autistic boy you’ll ever meet. Needless to say, wrangling—I mean, parenting—these kids is never the same for my brother and sisters. So when the children near the age of eight, how do they—and parents everywhere—decide on the best way to teach their child about the importance of baptism? And how much does the child actually understand?

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Trivia Quiz: How Much Do You Know About LDS Temples Around the World?

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

May 12, 2018 07:22 AM MDT

Think you know something about LDS temples? Take our quiz and see how familiar you are with temple trivia!

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10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Tie the Knot

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

March 10, 2018 02:00 PM MST

The world of dating can be a pretty perilous place. But when you’re armed with the right information about the person you’re dating, you’ll be able to know if marriage is the next step. Here are a few questions that you should ask yourself before you decide to tie the knot.

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10 Hilarious Breakup Lines Straight from the Scriptures

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

February 07, 2018 03:02 PM MST

Let’s face it. Breaking up is hard to do. Sayings like, “Let’s just be friends,” or “It’s not you—it’s me,” sometimes work. I mean, they’re classics if not a bit overused and perhaps a little trite. But did you know that the scriptures happen to be an excellent source of creative breakup lines? Here are just a few:

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Famous Latter-day Saints

5 Celebrities Featured in the Church's "I'm a Mormon" Videos

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

December 06, 2017 09:38 AM MST

There are some pretty famous Mormons out there, and they're ready to stand up for what they believe in. Check out these five celebrities who have been featured in the Church's "I'm a Mormon" video campaign.

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Latter-day Saint Life

6 Ways to Help Your Kids Prepare for Their Patriarchal Blessing Now

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 25, 2017 09:00 AM MST

All baptized and worthy members of the Church can and should receive a patriarchal blessing. But often the question is when? Usually, members encourage their children to receive a blessing in their teen years. But every worthy adult convert may receive a blessing at any time after their baptism

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Poll: Do You Drink Caffeine?

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 18, 2017 02:33 PM MST

I’ll admit it: I grew up thinking that Coke and other caffeinated drinks were frowned upon by the Church. I knew it wasn’t explicitly against the Word of Wisdom, so when asked why I wouldn’t drink anything caffeinated, I would say I didn’t enjoy the taste. But the reality is that I was mostly avoiding the caffeine. I thought drinking it was wrong.

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9 Insane (but Fabulous) Knots for Your Man's Tie

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

June 10, 2017 09:40 AM MDT

How many ways are there to tie a tie? Turns out there's quite a few! Check out these really snazzy tie knots!

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Latter-day Saint Life

5 Things to Know About the LDS Church in Spain

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

February 21, 2017 10:00 PM MST

The cities of Spain have vivid histories filled with battling cultures, religious artwork, and impressive ruins covered in vines and sand. And while countless visitors come to experience Spain’s rich treasures and heritage, Church members in Spain know that their real treasures are the blessings of the gospel and that their true heritage comes from a divine source. Here are five things to know about the Church in this country.

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The Ultimate Donny Osmond Quiz

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 01, 2016 08:33 AM MDT

Donny Osmond has been making the rounds in Mormondom for years—and proving to the world that Mormons really do have more fun! From the Donny & Marie Show to the Hill Cumorah Pageant, Donny sure has showed that he’s up for anything. (And we all know that every Mormon can be traced to Donny Osmond in fewer than 3 degrees!) Now’s your chance to prove how well you know your Donny Osmond trivia!

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Latter-day Saint Life

Why Families Don't Sit Together at Church in South Korea + 3 More Fascinating Facts

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

July 11, 2016 09:08 AM MDT

It can be difficult for members in South Korea to live life according to the teachings of the gospel when society teaches them to blend in. But despite the uphill battle of standing for what they believe in, these faithful Saints find joy in living the gospel of Jesus Christ. Here are four things to know about the Saints in South Korea:

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16 Hilariously Awful Mormon Pick-up Lines

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

June 04, 2016 04:30 PM MDT

BYU Magazine published a few hilarious Mormon pickup lines that were so good, we just had to add them to our all-time favorite list.

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Latter-day Saint Life

15 Must-Have LDS eBooks For Your New Device

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

December 25, 2014 10:31 PM MST

Just for downloading the Deseret Book eBook app, called Deseret Bookshelf, you’ll get EIGHT FREE eBooks! Scroll to the bottom of this page to see the list of all eight. And they’re not throwaway books, either. Always wanted to read Jesus the Christ? Or Joseph Smith’s Lectures on Faith? Now’s your chance to do it for free.

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Latter-day Saint Life

9 Gifts That Support Good Causes

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

December 12, 2014 10:26 PM MST

Girls Who Choose God - Whether you’re giving to a girl who’s 8 years old or a girl who’s 80 years old, this book about faithful women throughout time will be the greatest stocking stuffer for the lucky ladies in your life. Plus, all of the author’s proceeds will be donated to Interweave Solutions, which supports educational and employment opportunities for LDS young women around the world.

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Calls. Texts. Facebook. Dropping off treats. Everything short of hiding in the bushes of the women we visit teach, and we’ve probably tried it. So what should you do when your visiting teachee avoids you? And how can you keep from getting discouraged?

Latter-day Saint Life

What to Do When Your Visiting Teachee Keeps Dodging You

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

November 19, 2014 10:18 PM MST

I call, I text, I stop by, and I follow her on social media. But even when I feel my level of friendly “watch care” is teetering on the edge of stalking, I get nothing. Time and time again, I fail. Has the sister I visit teach dropped off the face of the planet? I’ve experienced this feeling frequently throughout my years of visiting teaching. At first, I thought it was me. But, in talking with friends, I realized this kind of reception is common among sisters. So, what’s a woman to do when she gets rejected time and time again?

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