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How One LDS Woman's "Non-Traditional Journey" in the Church Led Her to Become a Chaplain

Lisa West has had what she calls a “very non-traditional journey” as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but this journey has led her to unique opportunities to connect to the community and build relationships with those of other faiths. As a convert, single mom, and active volunteer in her community, West now serves as a chaplain for the law enforcement of Sacramento County—the first LDS chaplain their unit has ever had.

Utah Muslims Work with LDS Church to Help Typhoon Victims

A friendship based on trust and mutual respect has grown in recent years between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Utah’s Muslim community.

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LDS Members Make 500 Hats and 100 Quilts for Refugees... and That's Just the Beginning

By Katie Lambert

It's hard to imagine wearing anything more than short sleeves and shorts during the middle of summer in Utah. But the Centerville South Stake is already gathering winter coats, sweaters, and hats for refugees who may not have any for when the weather gets colder.

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Couple Married for 63 Years Die 20 Minutes Apart, Love Story Called a "Beautiful Act of God"

Henry De Lange took care of his wife, Jeanette, who suffered from Alzheimer's, for eight years. When she passed away, his sons told him, "Mom's gone to heaven. You don't have to fight anymore, you can go too if you want." Henry opened his eyes, looked at his wife, and closed his eyes for the last time.

Roadshow unites more than 500 youth

Roadshows are not new to Latter-day Saint culture. Some say road shows started with Brigham Young's traveling shows where he encouraged the pioneers to sing, dance and perform for each other to lift their spirits in difficult times. In Orange County, the tradition continued on March 3-5 when more than 500 youth performed for standing-room-only crowds in the Santa Margarita California Stake Center. Performances on Thursday and Friday were open to the public and on Saturday the youth were able to watch each other perform.

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President Monson Shares One Thing the Youth Should Always Do

By LDS Living

We face a unique variety of temptations and challenges in the latter days, and many lie in wait with just a touch of a button.

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To Every Mom Struggling with a Toddler in Sacrament Meeting

How many members can relate? "A few days earlier I had read the dozens of wonderful responses that people gave on social media about how they make the sacrament special. I thought, 'I can’t do any of those things, especially with this son of mine. It’s impossible for a mom like me to have a spiritual experience during the . . . sacrament.'" But I was wrong.

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One Simple Rule I Use to Know if I'm Breaking the Sabbath

Everyone is different. We all become spiritually recharged and enlightened in different ways. We all feel the Spirit differently. But, here's one simple way an LDS dad found to not overthink the Sabbath, to keep it holy, and to turn it into a true delight. It's good to remember this is just one member's perspective.

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Jaw-Dropping "Joy to the World" Sung by Vocal Point, Peter Hollens, Ryan Innes, Madilyn Paige + More

By LDS Living

How many powerful, soul melting voices can you fit on one stage at a time? BYUtv's "Christmas Under the Stars" must have broken a new record when they featured Peter Hollens, Madilyn Paige, Ryan Innes, Vocal Point, and the One Voice Children's Choir singing this gorgeous rendition of "Joy to the World." Check it out!

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