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‘He had so much faith and love for me’: Charlie Bird shares experience of coming out to his brother on Mount Kilimanjaro
LDS Living
- On this week’s episode of This is the Gospel , three storytellers share what it means to them to “act well thy part.” Among these guests is Charlie Bird, who speaks of his wrestle with coming out as gay to his brother, Sam, for fear of damaging their close relationship. But as they were climbing Mount Kilimanjaro together, something clicked. “I have to tell him,” Charlie realized. Read Charlie and Sam’s account of what happened next. An adapted excerpt from the story is below. You can also listen to the full episode here or read a transcript here . The...
8 gospel-centered tips for helping children cultivate righteous digital habits
Amy Adams, Contributor
- When my pre-teen son asked for a phone, I wondered if President David O. McKay had imagined the small devices we all carry around each day when he prophesied of scientific “discoveries latent with such potent power, either for the blessing or the destruction of human beings, as to make man’s responsibility in controlling them the most gigantic ever placed in human hands” (in Conference Report, Oct., 1966, 4). Could I hand my innocent son a little phone with more power than the first supercomputer, with all the knowledge of millions of books and world-class entertainment to put in his pocket?...
Cook along with Tara Teaspoon and LDS Living Book Club this November
LDS Living
- As a former food editor and stylist with Martha Stewart and food director of Ladies' Home Journal magazine, Tara Bench—more commonly known as Tara Teaspoon—knows how to create and showcase gorgeously themed meals for every lifestyle and occasion. For our November LDS Living Book Club pick, we will be diving into and cooking up a storm with some of the recipes from Live Life Deliciously with Tara Teaspoon ! In her first cookbook, Tara shares more than 120 delicious showstopping recipes that are designed to impress. From leisurely weekend brunches spent over burrata cheese with grilled peaches and orange zest chimichurri...
From one Latter-day Saint family to another: Utah Jazz to be sold for $1.6 billion
Morgan Jones
- This morning, in a deal that shocked the sports world, the Miller family agreed to sell the Utah Jazz to Qualtrics founder and CEO Ryan Smith for $1.6 billion. Smith already has experience working with the Jazz, as he co-founded “5 For the Fight,” the non-profit organization that sponsors the patch on the Jazz uniforms and encourages everyone to give just $5 in the fight against cancer. “I have known Ryan for several years and admire the values by which he and his wife, Ashley, live their lives. They have such love for and a connection to Utah and this team,”...
Luz de Las Naciones to include 2 virtual broadcasts with never-before-seen videos of performances
Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Due to COVID-19, the 2020 Luz de Las Naciones (Light of the Nations) cultural event will be digital. Two virtual events—one on November 7 and another on December 19—will showcase Latino cultures from across the world. Each event will highlight the shared heritage of and belief in the Lord Jesus Christ as the Light of the World among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The November program begins at 7 p.m. MST and will feature a Hispanic virtual choir and video highlights from past events. The December event is also slated to start at 7 p.m. and...
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8 gospel-centered tips for helping children cultivate righteous digital habits
Amy Adams, Contributor
- When my pre-teen son asked for a phone, I wondered if President David O. McKay had imagined the small devices we all carry around each day when he prophesied of scientific “discoveries latent with such potent power, either for the blessing or the destruction of human beings, as to make man’s responsibility in controlling them the most gigantic ever placed in human hands” (in Conference Report, Oct., 1966, 4). Could I hand my innocent son a little phone with more power than the first supercomputer, with all the knowledge of millions of books and world-class entertainment to put in his pocket?...
From one Latter-day Saint family to another: Utah Jazz to be sold for $1.6 billion
Morgan Jones
- This morning, in a deal that shocked the sports world, the Miller family agreed to sell the Utah Jazz to Qualtrics founder and CEO Ryan Smith for $1.6 billion. Smith already has experience working with the Jazz, as he co-founded “5 For the Fight,” the non-profit organization that sponsors the patch on the Jazz uniforms and encourages everyone to give just $5 in the fight against cancer. “I have known Ryan for several years and admire the values by which he and his wife, Ashley, live their lives. They have such love for and a connection to Utah and this team,”...
Why an NFL offensive tackle sang Primary songs on the football field
David Butler, excerpted from “Spirit”
- The October pick for LDS Living Book Club is Spirit by David Butler . Follow the LDS Living Book Club Instagram for more insights with the author. Parley P. Pratt once taught, “The gift of the Holy Ghost . . . quickens all the intellectual faculties, increases, enlarges, expands and purifies all the natural passions and affections. . . . It inspires, develops, cultivates and matures all the fine-toned sympathies, joys, tastes, kindred feelings, and affections of our nature. It inspires virtue, kindness, goodness, tenderness, gentleness, and charity. It develops beauty of person, form and features. It tends to health, vigor,...
What the Tampa Bay Rays' Mental Skills Coach taught us about ‘heavenly habits’—and how it may have led to their big finish Saturday night
Morgan Jones
- Brett Phillips had every reason to feel the weight of the world as he stepped up to the plate on Saturday night. Down by one, bottom of the ninth in Game 4 of the World Series with a chance to tie or win the game, he knew he was not the guy the Tampa Bay Rays wanted at bat. Phillips found his way onto the Rays’ roster for his defense and pinch running rather than his batting, and after going hitless in two previous at-bats during the team’s playoff rounds, it was without a doubt the most significant moment of the...
‘Of course, Black lives matter’: President Oaks speaks on ‘Racism and Other Challenges’ at BYU devotional
Lindsey Williams
- Speaking at the Marriott Center at Brigham Young University, President Dallin H. Oaks, First Counselor in the First Presidency, renewed Church leaders’ pleas to Latter-day Saints to “root out racism.” In his address, President Oaks spoke about current events tied to racism, like the police-produced death of George Floyd, as well as historical examples of racism, as reported by Church News . Speaking about the protests following the death of George Floyd carried under the message of “Black Lives Matter,” President Oaks said, “Of course, Black lives matter—that is an eternal truth all reasonable people should support. Unfortunately, that persuasive banner...
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16 perfect Christmas gift ideas for missionaries
LDS Living Staff
- It might seem early, but now is the time to send gifts to ensure that they arrive before Christmas. Here is the perfect gift guide full of inspiring and affordable gifts for your missionary. The Companion Bag This cross-body bag is perfect for any elder or sister, no matter where they're serving! The bag sits comfortably across the front or against the back of the wearer and includes an adjustable shoulder strap, a large internal compartment specially developed to organize missionary materials like scriptures and an electronic device, two zipper pockets, and a magnetic closure pocket. Buy Now Plan of Salvation...
6 beautiful reminders for when you don't feel good enough
Lloyd Newell, excerpted from "Celebrating Music and the Spoken Word"
- This story originally ran on LDS Living in June 2016. Music and the Spoken Word has been uplifting and inspiring listeners for more than half a century with spiritual music and a touching message every Sunday morning. And for more than 25 of those years, the familiar voice of Lloyd Newell has introduced the program. Here are just six of his messages that encourage us to move forward in life and inspire us to overcome trials. 1. Have an Eternal Perspective Our common lot is to be born into an imperfect world, filled with disappointment and unanswered questions. It is natural,...
Cook along with Tara Teaspoon and LDS Living Book Club this November
LDS Living
- As a former food editor and stylist with Martha Stewart and food director of Ladies' Home Journal magazine, Tara Bench—more commonly known as Tara Teaspoon—knows how to create and showcase gorgeously themed meals for every lifestyle and occasion. For our November LDS Living Book Club pick, we will be diving into and cooking up a storm with some of the recipes from Live Life Deliciously with Tara Teaspoon ! In her first cookbook, Tara shares more than 120 delicious showstopping recipes that are designed to impress. From leisurely weekend brunches spent over burrata cheese with grilled peaches and orange zest chimichurri...
Luz de Las Naciones to include 2 virtual broadcasts with never-before-seen videos of performances
Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Due to COVID-19, the 2020 Luz de Las Naciones (Light of the Nations) cultural event will be digital. Two virtual events—one on November 7 and another on December 19—will showcase Latino cultures from across the world. Each event will highlight the shared heritage of and belief in the Lord Jesus Christ as the Light of the World among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The November program begins at 7 p.m. MST and will feature a Hispanic virtual choir and video highlights from past events. The December event is also slated to start at 7 p.m. and...
From one Latter-day Saint family to another: Utah Jazz to be sold for $1.6 billion
Morgan Jones
- This morning, in a deal that shocked the sports world, the Miller family agreed to sell the Utah Jazz to Qualtrics founder and CEO Ryan Smith for $1.6 billion. Smith already has experience working with the Jazz, as he co-founded “5 For the Fight,” the non-profit organization that sponsors the patch on the Jazz uniforms and encourages everyone to give just $5 in the fight against cancer. “I have known Ryan for several years and admire the values by which he and his wife, Ashley, live their lives. They have such love for and a connection to Utah and this team,”...
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