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Apostle speaks internationally for first time since pandemic began, other leaders look ahead to conference

For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, an Apostle traveled to address international Saints. Meanwhile, other leaders used video conferences and social media to teach and minister to members worldwide.

Brett and Kate McKay: Loving the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the Second Half of Life

Various philosophers have often mused that there are two halves of our lives. What separates them is the period of time when we transition from a belief system to a humble inner knowing. This week’s guests, Brett and Kate McKay, are no strangers to the evolution of faith and say they have experienced significant moments of decision within their own faith. But they have also found that it is very possible to transition from the first half of life to the second with your faith intact. They believe faith shouldn’t be boring; instead, it’s very possible to stay passionate about the gospel after leaving young adulthood.

From the Church

Elder Soares speaks to Haitian Latter-day Saints virtually; Brother Wilcox, President Cordon on participating in the Church

Two themes about the Church were apparent both over the pulpit and on social media this week.

Lesson Helps

FHE: Role of the Priesthood

By Shauna Gibby

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Bishop Gérald Caussé and Nicolas Giusti: Why the Presiding Bishop and His Friend Recorded An Album of Piano Duets

In his spare time (that we doubt exists) the Presiding Bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Gerald Caussé, recently practiced and recorded piano duets with his Latter-day Saint friend, Nicolas Giusti, an acclaimed Italian composer and opera conductor from Rome. We spoke with the duo about their European heritage, how their families found the gospel and why Primary pianist is one of the best callings in the Church.

Latter-day Saint Life

Why Elder Packer Invited a Hostile, Less-Active Member to Speak at Stake Conference

By Boyd K. Packer

The following is an excerpt from Memorable Stories and Parables by Boyd K. Packer.

Names of Christ, building relationships, and preparation: What Church leaders shared in messages this week

By Valerie Russell

Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

Can we cheer harder for those around us? Church leaders this week on love and ministering

Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages by Church leaders.

Members Save LDS Chapel Set on Fire by Arsonists

By Danielle B. Wagner

Early Friday morning, several church members were playing basketball at their local ward house in Vancouver, Washington, when they began smelling smoke. It was just before 7 a.m.

58: Act Well Thy Part

Stories in this episode: Brothers Charlie and Sam start a trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro only to find that the steepest trail ahead lies in their conversations along the way; An important spiritual lesson on-stage leads Broadway performer Sandra to the surprising truth about her most challenging role off-stage.