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10 LDS Living articles you loved in 2025

By LDS Living Staff

December 23, 2025 10:17 AM MST

Here are a few of the articles that resonated most with our readers this year.

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Kenya Soapstone Holy Family with Animals Nativity

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Unique Nativities to set the scene this Christmas

By LDS Living Staff

November 19, 2025 09:39 AM MST

Remind your family of the true reason for the season with these fun sets.

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Apostles stand as the casket of President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is brought in during funeral services at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.

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Touching quotes from President Nelson’s funeral service

By LDS Living Staff

October 07, 2025 02:48 PM MDT

“When I think of our dad, I think of joy!” shared President Nelson’s daughter Laurie N. Marsh.

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Uplifting quotes from each October 2025 general conference session

By LDS Living Staff

October 04, 2025 12:01 PM MDT

To help you remember the spirit you felt, here are quotes from each October 2025 general conference session.

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President Russell M. Nelson, 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died at age 101 on Sept. 27, 2025.

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6 quotes from Pres. Nelson’s memorial broadcast that celebrate his legacy

By LDS Living Staff

October 01, 2025 11:37 AM MDT

During the tribute, speakers shared memories and lessons from serving with President Nelson.

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18 great Christmas gift ideas for missionaries

By LDS Living Staff

October 01, 2025 07:00 AM MDT

It might seem early, but now is the time to start gathering your missionary’s Christmas package to ensure their gifts are mailed in time.

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Deseret Book and The Red Headed Hostess join forces to strengthen scripture study at home

By LDS Living Staff

September 22, 2025 09:55 AM MDT

“Scripture study has the power to change families.”

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One powerful quote from each April 2025 general conference talk

By LDS Living Staff

April 05, 2025 01:12 PM MDT

Remember the spirit you felt at general conference with these beautiful quotes.

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7 new ‘Come, Follow Me’ study tools you won’t want to be without this year

By LDS Living Staff

January 06, 2025 02:23 PM MST

These resources can help any family dive deeper into the Doctrine and Covenants in 2025.

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The most inspiring Latter-day Saint stories in 2024

By LDS Living Staff

January 02, 2025 01:50 PM MST

From a man escaping communism to an inspiring 11-year-old organist, these stories remind us that joy is possible through Christ.

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A mother and a daughter smile together looking at a phone screen.

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10 of our most-read articles in 2024

By LDS Living Staff

December 29, 2024 06:00 AM MST

Readers loved how a Broadway star explained temple garments to castmates, as well as signs of the Second Coming that fill us with hope.

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This short book is the perfect way to bring Christmas to your heart

By LDS Living Staff

November 15, 2024 02:34 PM MST

Let this short, but impactful, book fill your heart with Christ-centered joy.

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Four Promises Made at General Conference

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4 direct promises made at general conference

By LDS Living Staff

October 22, 2024 01:51 PM MDT

Did you catch these direct (and powerful) promises made by President Nelson, Elder Andersen, President Eyring, and Elder Stevenson?

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The quiet before the miracle: What we learn from a day of stillness before the Savior’s Crucifixion

By LDS Living Staff

March 31, 2021 12:00 PM MDT

It was a silent day in scripture.

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Sister Nelson's 4 ways to focus on the Savior every day

By LDS Living Staff

December 26, 2020 12:04 PM MST

This excerpt originally ran on LDS Living in December 2019.

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Angels, False Imprisonment, and the Story Behind "The Spirit of God"

By LDS Living Staff

December 17, 2019 08:02 PM MST

Though the particular date it was written and the events that inspired "The Spirit of God" are unknown, there are many miraculous and incredible stories behind this beloved song and its author, William Wines Phelps, that have lead it to become one of the most recognizable and beloved Latter-day Saint hymns.

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28 times Mr. Rogers taught gospel truths

By LDS Living Staff

November 21, 2019 09:55 AM MST

Fred Rogers was the heart and soul of the groundbreaking children's program Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, an Emmy Award-winning show that includes 912 episodes. Since the 1960s, Mr. Rogers has helped teach generations of children what it means to be kind, loving, and accepting of our neighbors and ourselves. Here are a few quotes from Mr. Rogers that echo meaningful gospel lessons.

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Latter-day Saint Makes It Onto Finale of "Halloween Baking Championship"

By LDS Living Staff

October 29, 2019 01:00 PM MDT

After winning Cake Wars twice, Latter-day Saint Pete Tidwell knows a thing or two about baking competitions and creating confectionary masterpieces. This year, Tidwell decided to take on a new challenge, swapping his normally beautiful culinary creations for something creepy by competing on Food Network's Halloween Baking Championship.

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The Mormon Character Featured in Spider-Man (and How His Faith Plays a Big Role)

By LDS Living Staff

July 17, 2017 02:40 PM MDT

A Latter-day Saint detective from Salt Lake City, Utah, Spider-Man character Jacob Raven knows his fair share of tragedy. Having a prominent Mormon character in a major Marvel comic book is interesting in and of itself, but a fascinating aspect of Jacob Raven is how he becomes a Job-like character in Spider-Man and how he relies on his faith to keep him going.

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3 LDS Athletes Who Turned Down $1 Mill or $.5 Mill to Serve Missions

By LDS Living Staff

July 15, 2017 03:00 PM MDT

Did you know that three Mormons turned down six-figure signing bonuses or more to serve a mission? And in doing so, they made history in a unique way.

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What Happened When the Book of Mormon Was Quoted at This Jewish Funeral

By LDS Living Staff

July 15, 2017 12:50 PM MDT

Gale Boyd, a Mormon convert of Jewish descent, often writes about how her faith and her ancestry enrich each other.

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Missionaries, Members Help Evacuate 140 Seniors During Large-Scale Fire: "It Was Nothing Short of a Miracle"

By LDS Living Staff

July 13, 2017 02:19 PM MDT

On Tuesday afternoon, a fire suddenly blazed at a senior living complex in Lethbridge, Canada, destroying the top few stories of the building.

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Famous Latter-day Saints

Gov. of Utah Declares Official Donny and Marie Day: 8 Epic and Hilarious Flashbacks to Celebrate

By LDS Living Staff

July 13, 2017 12:03 PM MDT

Governor Gary Herbert joined Donny and Marie Osmond on stage before their show on July 11th, making a special announcement. He declared that July 11th is now known as "Donny and Marie Day."

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Celine Dion, Stevie Wonder, Sting, + 9 More Music Legends Who've Performed with Mormons

By LDS Living Staff

July 11, 2017 08:38 AM MDT

From rock and roll to country music to thetop of the Billboard charts, Mormons have had their fair share of fame when it comes to the music industry. So it's no wonder Mormon artists have performed with a whole gamut of celebrities, from Celine Dion to Jamie Foxx. Check out these incredible performances:

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