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SPONSORED: Musician Wayne Burton Releases New Missionary Song (+Video)

Q: How did the song "Greater Things" originate?

LDS Film Festival—four reasons to check it out - Salt Lake Magazine (blog)

Family-friendly: The LDS Film Festival doesn't cater only to Mormon audiences. Instead, it features family-friendly entries by local filmmakers. The films: Of course, successful LDS-themed films, including Saints and Soldiers and The Errand of Angels, have gained major boosts by being in the fest. "But overall, it's just a great place to see a collection of films by great artists who are passionate about their craft," says submission coordinator Brandon Smith. Theaters fill up—so get tix early.

Historic Ky. LDS chapel 'Haley's Mill Mormon Cemetery' celebrates 100 years

James Wells Robins did not want to go on a mission, but his mother intervened and arranged for him to receive a mission call when he returned home from herding cattle. Once out in the mission field, he disliked asking people for food and a place to sleep and ultimately decided to go home. His small leather suitcase in hand, he walked along the dusty road toward his mission-free future. But first, he decided to take his decision to God.

Former BYU and NFL Football Greats Find Relief in “Miracle Molecule”

By Steve DeVore

Can This Nobel Prize Winning “Spark of Life” Molecule Renew Your Health and Revitalize Your Life Too?

Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Gymnast Who Jeopardized Career to Serve a Mission Now Vying for the Olympics

"It was difficult," returned missionary Jackson Payne said. "I went into my mission not knowing if I would ever do [gymnastics] again. It was terrifying. It was scary, but at the same time, my religion is very important to me. I knew that if I put my trust into that decision it would work out."

Videos

Mormon Mom Footloose Parody

In case you haven't seen thelatest installment of Pretty Darn Funny, go check it out. And don't miss the rest of the season of this fun,clean-comedy web series. Everyday things never were so hilarious!

Peanut Butter Waffle Recipe with Raspberry Syrup

By Emergency Essentials

Have you ever had peanut butter waffles? If not, you are in for a treat. They are very simple to make and have an amazing flavor - the honey adds a nice touch. And here's a tip: peanut butter powder is so much easier to clean up than real peanut butter!

Dave Says: Birthday Money Is a Last Resort

By Dave Ramsey

Dear Ron,

Latter-day Saint Life

Are All Mission Calls Created Equal?

Rachel bounded to the front of the chapel and nearly skipped to the podium. Leaning close to the mic she said, “I have the most fantastic news ever! I’ve just been called to the Detroit, Michigan mission.” She raised both hands in the air in a victory pose, “And I am SO EXCITED. I can’t wait to serve the people of Michigan and I can’t wait to testify of Jesus Christ. I know I’ve been called there for a reason, I know the Lord loves me and I can’t wait to tell everyone how much He loves them too.” With a fist punch, she left the podium and returned to her seat. We live in a pretty reserved ward, but I’m sure I heard a few “Hallelujahs” as she walked down the aisle.

From the Church

First Presidency Makes Decision About Scouting

After a vote on a policy change by the Boy Scouts of America National Executive Board to admit openly gay leaders, the Church released a statement saying they were deeply "troubled" and "re-evaluating" their relationship with the Boy Scouts of America.