Paige Sommer

Paige Sommer is a content specialist, writer, and video producer for Deseret Book. She has a MFA in creative writing. If you want to be best friends, talk with her about books, creative writing, Italy (where she served her mission), or her five children and four stepchildren.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Ask this 1 question when you want to serve someone but don’t know where to begin

By Paige Sommer

August 01, 2024 04:06 PM MDT

Sharon Eubank, director of humanitarian services for the Church, shared on the Magnify podcast that the best thing we can do to serve others well is to learn to ask questions that don’t have predetermined answers.

3 Min Read

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Help for Life Challenges

How to find the answer to any life question in the scriptures

By Paige Sommer

July 08, 2024 01:15 PM MDT

With this helpful study technique from Jared Halverson, we can find answers from God in the scriptures to even our most difficult—and modern—problems.

3 Min Read

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Hoping to limit screen time this summer? Try 1 mom’s effective way of helping kids choose less on their own

By Paige Sommer

June 18, 2024 07:08 AM MDT

This faith-based approach to tech use in the home changes screen time from a battle to a productive conversation and helps everyone become more self-aware about using technology wisely.

1 Min Read

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4 ways to teach children to love true stillness in a distracting world

By Paige Sommer

June 10, 2024 10:44 AM MDT

A child sitting in front of the television may seem still and calm. However, we all know, from watching TV ourselves, that this kind of physical inactivity isn’t the same as what Elder David A. Bednar said is “a higher and holier dimension of stillness.”

1 Min Read

Temple Worship

4 genius ways to study the temple from one of our favorite scholars (+ her book recommendations)

By Paige Sommer

June 05, 2024 02:16 PM MDT

Check out these helpful study tips and book recommendations to deepen personal learning about temple worship, our covenants, and the temple garment.

1 Min Read

Temple Worship

Use these 3 ideas to deepen your temple worship and find more happiness

By Paige Sommer

May 30, 2024 01:02 PM MDT

Applying three ideas to our temple worship can expand our personal understanding of sacred things, bring us closer to Christ, and turn the temple into what author Melinda Brown calls, “our happiness project.”

2 Min Read

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How can I love my neighbor when they’re a stranger? Here are 2 simple ideas

By Paige Sommer

May 16, 2024 05:14 AM MDT

A recent episode of the “Magnify” podcast inspired me with some easy ways to show up with more love in everyday circumstances.

3 Min Read

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Use these questions to help your family really understand what it means to love well

By Paige Sommer

May 01, 2024 08:06 PM MDT

Looking for conversation topics to help build relationships? These quotes and questions could lead to meaningful discussions around loving each other better.

9 Min Read

We can learn to align ourselves with God's will.

Stories of Faith

The podcast with Sheri Dew that changed how I understand God’s will for me

By Paige Sommer

April 23, 2024 10:39 AM MDT

“When the Lord knows He can trust you, He both opens doors for you, and He helps you open doors.”

2 Min Read

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Mary Magdalene’s faith changed her life. Use these 5 questions inspired by her to fortify yours

By Paige Sommer

March 27, 2024 10:50 AM MDT

The first witness of the resurrected Savior was Mary Magdalene, and she gives us a powerful example of what discipleship means.

4 Min Read

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4 ways parents can help their returned missionary thrive spiritually and find confidence

By Paige Sommer

March 19, 2024 12:20 PM MDT

Not sure how to help your returned missionary adjust to life post-mission? These ideas will help both of you.

6 Min Read

Our Christlike actions, no matter how small, make a lasting difference to strengthen each other and the Lord’s kingdom.

Latter-day Saint Life

This scholar’s insight on Old Testament women will change how you think about your individual worth

By Paige Sommer

March 08, 2024 12:21 PM MST

Even if it seems that an interaction with a loved one or stranger doesn’t matter, we shouldn’t be disheartened.

6 Min Read

Feature Stories

The ‘Indiana Jones of BYU’ explains the covenant of Israel in a way everyone should hear

By Paige Sommer

February 16, 2024 10:57 AM MST

Kerry Muhlestein once met Harrison Ford and joked with him about the nickname.

8 Min Read

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The 3 steps to persisting through failure from a bestselling author

By Paige Sommer

January 26, 2024 05:16 PM MST

Even when we’re motivated to move forward with a goal or project, there can be times when we feel stuck. Following these steps can help.

6 Min Read

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6 genius ways to study scripture that anyone can do (from one of our favorite scholars)

By Paige Sommer

January 05, 2024 08:41 AM MST

We might look at others as a preeminent gospel scholar or master scriptorian, but each of us is our own expert in gospel learning and scripture study.

5 Min Read

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6 ways Christians use light to honor the Savior from Italy to Brazil

By Paige Sommer

December 22, 2023 07:00 AM MST

Learn how Christmas lights help people in Canada, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and Vermont feel closer to the Savior.

6 Min Read

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Linger near the manger with this Nativity-inspired devotional

By Paige Sommer

December 18, 2023 09:09 AM MST

Use your own nativity set as a prop to go along with scriptures and short messages about the different Nativity figures.

11 Min Read

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The unconventional (and easy) Christmas ornament tradition you can start this year

By Paige Sommer

December 13, 2023 02:55 PM MST

What non-traditional ornament do you hang on your Christmas tree that reminds you of Christ? We can find reminders of the Savior’s mercy and love in every good thing, even Christmas ornaments.

3 Min Read

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These 3 questions will change how you see Christ’s miracles—and find them in your own life

By Paige Sommer

November 20, 2023 07:15 AM MST

When we study and understand the miracles of Jesus on a more personal level, we can see miracles in our own lives, and the lives of others, more clearly and often.

3 Min Read

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Feeling distant from the young adults in your life? What to say and do to connect during the holidays

By Paige Sommer

November 02, 2023 03:53 PM MDT

Young adults and a YSA stake president weigh in to help you have more positive, joyful interactions with your young adults this holiday season.

12 Min Read

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4 gratitude habits to bring peace to your home

By Paige Sommer

October 26, 2023 06:00 AM MDT

Gratitude can help us feel more peaceful, grow closer as a family, and hold onto a celestial perspective.

8 Min Read

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Sing the hymns with more joy and confidence

By Paige Sommer

October 17, 2023 07:00 AM MDT

“Whatever your level of comfort in singing, you can find joy, peace, and have a closer relationship with God by using your voice to worship through song.”

4 Min Read

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Follow Elder Bednar’s pattern for studying general conference

By Paige Sommer

October 02, 2023 08:00 AM MDT

“For me personally, my study has focused on the doctrines and principles, the invitations to act, and the promised blessings taught in the messages.”

3 Min Read

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How to film your loved one’s life story

By Paige Sommer

September 25, 2023 11:41 AM MDT

Creating a video life story of your loved one is easier than you think with this simple process and questionnaire.

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