Kaela Worthen Gardner

Latter-day Saint Life

Why a Presbyterian Pastor Converted to the Gospel After Writing a Book About Latter-day Saints

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

February 16, 2017 03:51 PM MST

The following article originally appeared in the March/April issue of LDS Living in 2013.

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There's No Such Thing As Your One, True Love (and Prophets Agree)

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

February 14, 2017 03:04 PM MST

I don’t believe in a one, true love.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

The Unexpected Call at 4 a.m. That Led the "Tattooed Mormon" to Join the Church

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

November 16, 2016 01:41 PM MST

Al Fox (now Al Fox Carraway) wasn’t looking for religion. In fact, when the missionaries tracted in to her while she was living in New York, she told them she would let them teach her only if they brought her a steak dinner, sure they wouldn’t follow through and she wouldn’t have to see them again.

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Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Army Officer & Mom Shares How the Military Helped Her Uncover Satan's Biggest Lie

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

November 11, 2016 06:03 PM MST

Rachael Neff is a mother, a Mormon, and an officer in the Army. And that combination of things makes her a bit of an enigma.

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10 Prophets and Apostles Who've Served in the Military (+ Their Incredible Stories)

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

November 11, 2016 04:03 PM MST

We thank all the brave men and women who have served in militaries around the world to protect their countries.

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Fab Five: Mormon Humor

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

September 12, 2013 04:35 AM MDT

Check out our other funny finds of Mormon humor here.

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Q&A with the Makers of "Austenland"

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

September 01, 2013 04:20 AM MDT

Just Asking: Shannon Hale and Jerusha Hess

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Can Married People Have Friends of the Opposite Sex?

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

July 18, 2013 04:40 AM MDT

My relationship with my now-husband began the way many relationships do: with a DTR (define-the-relationship conversation). It happened on a Friday night. But less than 24 hours later, on our first official date as boyfriend and girlfriend, I found the need to initiate another DTR.

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Saving Seats in Church: When Is It Too Much?

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

July 03, 2013 03:23 PM MDT

Many of us often sit in the same area each week when we attend church, sometimes just out of habit and ease, and some people like to even sit in the exact same row each week.

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Fab Five: For the Future Missionary + GIVEAWAY

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

June 13, 2013 04:02 AM MDT

Doctrine & Covenants Missionary Print from MomoPrints on Etsy.

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LDS Living Celebrates Mothers: Free eBook

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

May 02, 2013 04:35 AM MDT

Motherhood. We cherish and celebrate it, and sometimes we complain about it. Sometimes we yell at our kids, and sometimes they teach us the most profound lessons we could learn in life. The kids scribble on the walls, and they kiss us on the cheek when we’re feeling down.

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The Perfect Popcorn Party: Top 10 Recipes

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

April 18, 2013 04:10 AM MDT

Cinnamon Bun Popcorn from Our Best Bites.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Favorite General Conference Memes

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

April 11, 2013 04:24 AM MDT

From LDS Living.

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Finding Joy in the Gospel: Converts Share Their Stories

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

April 09, 2013 04:59 AM MDT

Al Fox wasn’t looking for religion. In fact, when the missionaries tracted in to her while she was living in New York, she told them she would let them teach her only if they brought her a steak dinner, sure they wouldn’t follow through and she wouldn’t have to see them again.

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View Winning Artwork from International LDS Youth

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

March 07, 2013 05:02 AM MST

In Doctrine and Covenants 115:4-6, the Lord calls to action all the people of His Church, inviting them to “arise and shine forth” so that their “light may be a standard for the nations.” He asks them to join together to support one another and become a “refuge from the storm.”

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From the Church

LDS Church announces new version of scriptures

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

March 01, 2013 05:10 PM MST

This update to the scriptures is a big deal--the last major revisions to the scriptures were made in 1981, when footnotes and cross references were added--but it wasn't a change that happened all at once.

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Vogue & Virtue: Modest Fashion at the Oscars

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

February 28, 2013 05:49 AM MST

Now before we start nit-picking, let me clarify: not all these dresses are 100% modest by LDS standards. But most of them are pretty dang close, and compared to all the other outfits celebrities are wearing these days, we applaud these women for their style choices. And with only slight modifications needed for a few of these outfits (most notably in the lining), these can still provide inspiration for all of us in our quest for modesty.

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Vogue & Virtue: Modest Fashion at the Grammy Awards

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

February 14, 2013 05:09 AM MST

Now before we start nit-picking, let me clarify: not all these dresses are 100% modest by LDS standards. But most of them are pretty dang close, and compared to all the other outfits celebrities are wearing these days, we applaud these women for their style choices. And with only slight modifications needed for a couple of these outfits (and none for the rest!), these can still provide inspiration for all of us in our quest for modesty.

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The Best of Mormon Humor from the Internet

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

February 07, 2013 05:47 AM MST

From Sistas in Zion.

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Listen to This: Primary Music Helps for 2013 + Free Download

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

January 31, 2013 05:24 AM MST

Primary can be a difficult but also very rewarding calling. Sometimes short attention spans and boundless energy can make it seem almost impossible to focus the lesson on the gospel and keep the class in control--and that's when you're really greatful for "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes," "If You're Happy and You Know It," and the snowman and popcorn songs.

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Taking a few extra minutes to throw together one of these freezer meals could save you hours later on. Check out these quick and delicious recipes that we just love!

Speedy Dinners: 10 Freezer Meals You'll Love

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

January 24, 2013 05:10 AM MST

I've recently become a devout convert to freezer meals. It takes roughly the same amount of time to cook and shred eight pounds of chicken as it does two, a negligable amount of additional time to chop three onions instead of one, and it means that some days, your meal prep amounts to pulling something out of the freezer, dropping it in the slow cooker, and coming home to the delicious aroma of dinner. What's not to love?

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Three LDS women take Sundance by storm with Jane Austen-themed film

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

January 23, 2013 05:18 AM MST

Jerusha Hess was already a big fan of Shannon Hale’s work when they first met.

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{LDSL Blog} Top LDS Living Stories of 2012

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

December 27, 2012 05:33 AM MST

The Church has made huge strides this year in reaching out to the LGBT community and opening up the discussion on homosexuality within the context of the gospel. This article was by far our biggest pot-stirrer of the year, but it is also one that helps spread understanding and compassion. Without proclaiming what is best for others, one man dealing with same-sex attraction, Ty Mansfield, shares his faith-affirming testimony of his experiences that led to his getting married in the temple and starting a family of his own.

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{Poll} What Are Your New Year's Resolutions?

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

December 27, 2012 05:02 AM MST

I've been setting many of the same goals each year. Lose 10 pounds. Run a marathon has been on my list for three (soon to be four!) years in a row now. This last year I actually even signed up for one and was doing decently well on my training until I was beset by a crippling case of shin splints. I swear, this is the year I'm going to do it. And hopefully, those 10 pounds will easily be shed along the training trail.

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