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Church Announces David Archuleta Live Facebook Chat Event

David Archuleta, the singing sensation who just returned home from his mission in March, has some exciting news for his fans. On June 24, 2014 at 7 p.m. Mountain Time, youth around the world can go to the LDS Youth Facebook page and chat with the former American Idol star. Though he has shared a few videos with his fans since his return and a documentary following him on his mission was released in April, this is a unique chance to chat in real time with this popular returned missionary.

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BYU Students Find a Creative Way for Kids in the Hospital to Play Pokémon Go

What a creative way to turn something you love into a way to serve others.

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LDS Musicians Kick Off "Worldwide Day of Service" with Local Performances

December 1 is the official "Worldwide Day of Service," kicking off the Church's Christmas campaign, "Light the World." In the 25 days leading up to Christmas Day, members are encouraged to spread the light of Christ by serving every day and using the hashtag #LIGHTtheWORLD on social media.

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Mastering Optimism in 3 Easy Steps

What a powerful moment from this article: "There was a time in my life when I complained about every difficulty and thought I had it much tougher than others. Then I was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, a disease for which there is no cure, and realized that I did not want to spend the rest of my days being ungrateful for every breath."

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Should Church Leaders Endorse Political Candidates? Poll Reveals What Mormons Think

By Danielle B. Wagner

As elections near, it's important for Latter-day Saints to remember that the Church is not neutral when it comes to its stance on members' involvement in politics and their local communities. No matter a member's country or political affiliation, the Church encourages them to "play a role as responsible citizens in their communities," become "informed about issues" and world events, and "vot[e] in elections" when they are given the opportunity.

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On "Antiques Roadshow," Woman Gets Surprise of Her Life When She Learns Her LDS Hymnal Is Worth $50,000

By Danielle B. Wagner

When a woman approached Ken Sanders on PBS's Antiques Roadshow to get a hymnal she found in her basement appraised, he asked her if she knew the value of what she brought him.

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Under-the-Radar Church History Sites

Historical sites of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints have many classic tourist sites: Temple Square, Palmyra, Liberty Jail, etc. The classic tourist sites have more in common than just historical significance; they have crowded visitors’ centers and crowded tour groups, too. However, there are a few under the radar sites for the adventurer who wants to seek some of the less known (and less crowded) scenes of church history.

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LDS Senator Mike Lee Says He's Talked Supreme Court Seat with White House

Among the 25 people President Donald Trump has listed as prospective candidates for the Supreme Court, LDS brothers Mike and Thomas Lee are both named. About his brother, Mike Lee said, "He is as bright and capable a lawyer and as sharp a legal mind as anyone I've ever worked with."

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Sister Aburto Shares a World Cup Miracle Her Family Experienced

By LDS Living

With the World Cup in full swing, many around the world are caught up in the competition, scores, and standings. But Sister Reyna I. Aburto, second counselor in the general presidency of the Relief Society, recently shared a message on Facebook that reminds us of the unity the World Cup can bring. She also shared a miracle her husband experienced during the 1990 World Cup that teaches us that even while we may feel each game has a lasting impact, our relationship with our Heavenly Father, Savior, and families are truly the only things that will have eternal significance.

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