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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.

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

Conference Talk:

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.

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.

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.

Fiona and Terryl Givens: The Restoration of All Things

For the last decade, Fiona and Terryl Givens have brought to light wonderful and expansive doctrines in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ by drawing upon literature and other faith traditions. Their work helps Latter-day Saints appreciate the beauty of what we believe. On this week’s episode, we talk with these scholars about many of their books, how those books are influenced by their life experiences, and how their studies have brought us greater appreciation for our faith tradition and the faith traditions of others.