Kate Ensign-Lewis

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2 Kid-Friendly Nativity Scripts Perfect for Families (+ Costumes)

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

November 24, 2018 11:02 AM MST

Children love to perform the Nativity, but sometimes they can lose interest faster than we would like. Check out these kid-friendly Nativity scripts to help keep things short and sweet.

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Is Cain Bigfoot? The truth behind 5 Latter-day Saint folklore stories

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

July 07, 2018 12:15 PM MDT

I can remember when I heard my very first Mormon myth. I was 8 years old, and one of my older sisters came to me and said, “Guess what? Steve Martin is a Mormon!"

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John Taylor’s pocket watch saving his life + other Church history myths you might believe

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

June 20, 2018 04:00 PM MDT

Find out why you might have some misconceptions about John Taylor’s watch, the Kirtland Temple’s stucco, and more.

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How to Celebrate Christmas on a Sunday

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

December 18, 2016 10:00 PM MST

I've come to the following conclusion: Christmas on Sunday is a double whammy of awesomeness.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Relief Society Birthday Celebration Ideas

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

February 17, 2015 09:07 AM MST

On March 17 the Relief Society celebrates its 173rd birthday, making it one of the world’s oldest women’s organizations. It is also the world’s largest women’s organization, with over six million sisters in 170 countries. As part of your annual celebration in your ward or branch, try some of these ideas to help strengthen bonds between Relief Society sisters.

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3 Nephites Spotted on I-80

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

April 01, 2014 04:03 PM MDT

Mable Firstap was driving between Ohio and Pennsylvania when she spotted three clean-cut men walking on the side of the road.“They just had a glow about them, so I didn’t mind stopping to see if they needed help,” said Firstap. “When I did, I saw that they were each carrying a Book of Mormon.”

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How the Church's New Article on Polygamy Will Increase LDS Confidence

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

December 21, 2013 05:58 AM MST

Now is an era of fascination with polygamy in American culture. This arguably started with the notorious HBO series Big Love; currently several reality shows depict polygamy, like Sister Wives and, more recently, My Five Wives. If America weren't oddly fascinated with it, these shows wouldn't keep getting picked up. (Aside from popular culture, polygamy is also in the news. Just a week ago, Federal Judge Clark Waddoups of Utah ruled part of Utah's polygamy law unconstitutional.)

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Where to Find the Best Christmas Movies for Families

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

December 18, 2013 05:43 AM MST

The largest category here––classics––is at the bottom and does not have explanations, since most people are familiar with the movies. And please add any of your favorites that I've missed in the comments below!

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From the Church

New LDS.org Pages: Race & Priesthood, Are Mormons Christian?

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

December 10, 2013 05:37 AM MST

We all want to be good member missionaries, and usually we can answer questions about our religion without too much difficulty. But occasionally a particularly difficult question comes up. Thankfully, the Church is providing valuable resources and very recently released new topic pages to help with these challenging questions at the "Gospel Topics" section of LDS.org.

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How To Make Kid-friendly Felt Christmas Ornaments

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

November 29, 2013 05:14 AM MST

Last year my toddler’s chubby hands reached out to hang his first ornament ever. I stood on the sidelines with a camera, ready to shoot what was sure to be a memorable picture of him and his dad at the Christmas tree.

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Get the Most Out of General Conference

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

October 04, 2013 04:56 AM MDT

General Conference is one of my favorite times of the year. The season is changing, and along with these beautiful changes, we get to hear from our prophets. I'm hard-pressed to think of another time during the year that I feel more reinvigorated and energized to press forward.

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From the Church

New wardrobe for male LDS missionaries

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

July 12, 2013 02:44 PM MDT

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has updated its dress code for male missionaries.

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Maternity Fashion: Top Picks for the Pregnant Woman

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

May 30, 2013 04:52 AM MDT

This is my second time 'round the pregnancy cycle (check out my first stab at pregnancy fashion) . . . and this time I'm chasing a busy toddler boy. AND I'm going to be pregnant through the long, hot summer. My priority is comfort.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Ultimate Guide: General Conference Edition

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

March 28, 2013 04:58 AM MDT

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Mormon 'Minute to Win It' Games

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

March 28, 2013 04:13 AM MDT

10 Games Great for Any Activity

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Fab Five: Fun Easter Ideas for Teaching Kids About Jesus

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

March 21, 2013 04:18 AM MDT

It can be hard for kids to see Easter as anything but colorful eggs and chocolate bunnies. But parents are increasingly making an effort to include the true meaning of Easter in their season of celebrations: Jesus Christ's sacrifice for humankind. With these five ideas, incorporate object lessons and symbols to help engage your children in fun new traditions that focus on the true meaning of Easter.

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Fab Five: FHE Lessons and Matching Desserts

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

February 21, 2013 05:17 AM MST

Good for the sweet tooth and for the soul.

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Fab Five: Reasons to Love Valentine's Day

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

February 07, 2013 05:12 AM MST

(1) Lovebug Cookies

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Green House

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

March 01, 2012 05:01 AM MST

The earth could use a little relief. And every year around Earth Day - April 22, this year - we really think about what that means. Like many other corporations (and the Church itself), we at LDS Living make efforts to reduce our "footprint"; but we also know there are many more, individual things each of us around the world can do to lessen our impact on the earth. After all, as Henry David Thoreau said, “What is the use of a house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?”

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{Food Dish} Fab Five: FHE Lessons and Matching Desserts

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

February 23, 2012 05:10 AM MST

Good for the sweet tooth and for the soul. Yum.

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{Lifestyle} Roundup: Best Baby Stuff

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

January 31, 2012 03:53 PM MST

I could look at cute and useful baby things on Pinterest and Etsy all day. (And I've certainly spent more time than is good for me doing so. What laundry?!)

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{Food Dish} My Family's Favorite Cookie + Recipe

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

January 18, 2012 04:17 PM MST

Once upon a time, early in my marriage, my mother-in-law bought us some groceries. She got us nice things we would probably never have bought for ourselves - steak, real orange juice, C&H Baker's Sugar, etc. Among the items was a bag of Guittard green mint chips. I love mint, but I had no idea what to do with them. Luckily, there was a recipe on the bag for "Polka Dot Cookies."

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{Food Dish} "Healthy" Dishes I Can Handle

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

December 28, 2011 05:03 AM MST

I'm not known for a light palate. (Remember this?) So, resolution #4 this year should make total sense: eat better. This means fewer calories (no more late night cookie runs), less fat, and more fruits and vegetables.

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{Food Dish} Ultimate Guide: Pumpkin Pie

By Kate Ensign-Lewis

November 21, 2011 05:42 PM MST

My family takes pumpkin pie seriously. Since childhood I can remember no less than 10 pumpkin pies each year (and that's a conservatively low number). We eat it for breakfast starting the day before Thanksgiving, and eat it throughout the day (usually while making more pumpkin pie).

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